Birth injuries can also occur if the delivery process is allowed to go on for too long a period of time despite signs and symptoms. In such cases, a caesarean section delivery may be required. If a caesarean section delivery is delayed, the child may be injured from lack of oxygen. The emotional and financial cost to a child who has been cared for or delivered by doctors who have committed negligence can be catastrophic. If you or your child has been injured during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, or if you have lost a child for an unknown reason, medical negligence may have played a role.
Various states have specific statutes governing malpractice claims.
Many states provide for peer review by a panel of doctors before the claim may be reviewed by the court. Certain notice and time requirements may apply to your claim. If you believe that you or your baby has suffered injury due to negligence, consult with an attorney familiar with medical malpractice law.