Medical malpractice can occur when forceps are used during delivery. One of the most common types of malpractice is when forceps are misused. For example, if the physician uses too much force when gripping the baby’s head, this can cause a range of injuries. In addition, if the forceps used are too large for the baby’s head or the forceps are used in the wrong position, it can cause severe damage to the baby’s skull, brain, and nerves.