Hauppauge Medical Malpractice — Birth Trauma
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Childbirth is always an exciting and terrifying experience, even when everything goes well and there are no complications. Unfortunately, doctors and other medical professionals, such as those at the South Shore University Hospital, can make mistakes while attempting to deliver a child, potentially resulting in harm to the baby or the mother. If this has happened to you or someone you love, you need to speak to the medical malpractice lawyers at the Fox Law Firm.
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Types of Birth Trauma
There are many ways that doctors and nurses may cause birth trauma. These include, but are not limited to:
- Bone fractures
- Bruising
- Muscle tears
- Perineal tearing
- Brain damage
- Nerve damage
- Hemorrhaging
How Birth Traumas Happen
Just as with any other type of medical malpractice, birth traumas are often the result of doctors failing to uphold an adequate standard of care. These reasons may include:
- Lack of experience or training
- Inadequate staffing
- Complacency about procedure
- Failure to consult medical records
- Failure to coordinate treatment
- Exhaustion or fatigue
- On-the-job intoxication
Potential Harm From Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can result in potentially severe injuries or illnesses to those affected. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Prolonged treatment period
- Prolonged recovery time
- Increased risk of complications
- Higher risk of long-term health issues
- Reduced chance of successful recovery
- Reduced life expectancy
What You Can Be Compensated For
If you or your child have been harmed by birth trauma caused by medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for the harm you have suffered. This may include:
- Medical bills
- Rehabilitation costs
- Psychological therapy costs
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
Results
- ▸$212,580,000 Verdict for brain injuries suffered by an infant during child birth. Largest verdict ever in the State of New York.
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Fox Law Firm, PLLC is a New York personal injury law practice serving clients throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. For more information or to ask for a consultation, call our Hauppauge office at 631-779-3400 or visit our contact page.
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