Forceps delivery complications are avoidable, and both health care professionals and the hospitals they work in should take certain steps to prevent them from happening.
Hospitals are responsible for hiring a competent staff made up of trained professionals who understand how and when to safely use forceps, as well as which type of forceps to use.
While you can’t prevent a medical error that’s already occurred, you may be entitled to compensation for the emotional and financial damage you’ve suffered. If you believe that you or your child were injured due to a health care professional’s medical negligence, contact us for a free legal case review.