Injuries caused by traumatic births vary greatly in severity and are often the result of medical errors or negligence.

When a baby is born prematurely, they’re at higher risk of developing long-term complications such as developmental delays or cerebral palsy, and micro-preemies are at the highest risk.

Learn some of the more common causes of infant HIE, and whether or not you may have reason to file suit.

The best prevention for preterm birth complications is proper prenatal care. Without it, mothers and babies can be at risk.

Gestational diabetes can adversely affect unborn babies. It must be diagnosed, monitored, and treated effectively to reduce the risk of birth injuries.

Many cases of CP could have been prevented, saving children and their families from the burdens it causes.

Spastic quadriplegia is a severe form of cerebral palsy that may be caused by medical malpractice. Look for these signs and symptoms in your child. 

This settlement stems from a series of medical errors that caused cerebral palsy and permanent neurological injuries in a now 5-year-old boy.

Prenatal visits may be daunting, especially for women who are pregnant for the first time. Here are some common elements of prenatal care you can expect. 

There are many causes of cerebral palsy, but all involve problems with brain development or brain injury, and some could have been prevented.

HIE and cerebral palsy sometimes occur together, but that isn’t always the case. Unfortunately, both can happen as a result of medical malpractice.

Oxygen deprivation in a baby can lead to severe conditions like HIE. Seek justice if medical malpractice is to blame for their baby’s condition.

When left untreated, HSV meningoencephalitis can be fatal. Doctors are responsible for doing all they can to prevent newborns from developing this infection.

Cerebral palsy comes in many forms, depending on the areas of the brain that have been damaged, the limbs affected, and the body movements involved.

Herpes meningoencephalitis occurs when a herpes infection affects the brain and its covering. For a newborn, this can lead to serious injury or death.

While generally safe, fetal scalp electrodes have been known to cause serious complications.

When the health of an unborn child is in question, tests like a biophysical profile are invaluable tools for determining if further action is needed.

Excessive bleeding during the process of labor and delivery can be serious, having long-lasting consequences, both for mother and for her baby.

Cerebral palsy often affects the speech and language development of children with the condition, making communication and daily life difficult.  

Biophysical profiles are relatively common tests, especially in high-risk pregnancies, but do they have any risks?