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Childbirth is a vulnerable time for both the mother and her newborn. Given this vulnerability, high quality obstetrical care is of crucial importance. Unfortunately, obstetrical mistakes are becoming more and more common. An obstetrical mistake can occur immediately prior to, during, or after childbirth as a result of an error made by a healthcare professional. Though seldom intentional, obstetrical mistakes can put both the mother and newborn at serious risk
If you or a loved one has been the victim of an obstetrical mistake, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your losses and suffering. Please contact us today for a FREE case evaluation with a caring and experienced medical malpractice attorney who can answer your questions and ensure your rights are protected.
Common Obstetrical Mistakes and Causes
Obstetrical mistakes occur for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, they are often the result of sheer negligence or inattention. Prolonged labor, large babies, breech births, and other factors also contribute to the likelihood of an obstetrical mistake. Whatever the cause, the consequences can be devastating, even fatal.
Some of the more common obstetrical mistakes include:
- Failure to adequately monitor the fetus – This can result in a failure to recognize potentially harmful conditions, such as infections, breathing obstructions, breech birth, or the need for a c-section.
- Failure to notice a condition in the mother that could hinder a safe delivery – A mother's weight, pelvis shape, height, and various other health factors may all signal the need for alternative delivery methods.
- Improper delivery technique – This can result in serious neurological conditions including cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, paralysis, broken bones, nerve damage, and more. Asphyxiation, severe brain damage, and death are also potential consequences.
Obstetrical Mistakes and Your Legal Rights
An obstetrical mistake can have permanent consequences – emotional, physical, and even financial. Those who suffer as a result of an obstetrical mistake have the right to hold responsible parties accountable.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of an obstetrical mistake, you need not suffer in vain. You may be entitled to recover compensation for your damages including medical expenses, mental anguish, and more. Please contact us today for a FREE consultation with a skilled and compassionate medical malpractice attorney who can help you seek the justice you deserve.
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