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Frequently Asked Questions about Birth Injury

These are some common questions parents have about birth injury and answers by our attorneys at Greg Jones & Associates.

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What are the indications of possible birth injury?

  Right after birth:

  • Baby does not breathe immediately after birth.
  • One side of the baby's face lacks movement.
  • Baby's shoulders, head, or face has scrapes, cuts, or bruises.
  • Baby’s arm or body is limp.
  • Seizures occur 24-48 hours after birth.
  • Scalp is bruised or swelling.
  • Baby's skin color remains blue instead of pink.

  During child development:

  • Poor muscle coordination
  • Involuntary movements
  • Taut muscles
  • Speech difficulty
  • Loss of balance
  • Poor depth perception
  • Drooling
  • Lack of motor skill development

 

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How would I know if medical malpractice caused my baby's injury?
The truth is, most people could never be certain without legal help, and birth injury is often difficult to prove. Our birth injury lawyers at Greg Jones & Associates have years of experience along with the legal and medical know-how to determine whether medical malpractice occurred. If your child has cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, brain damage, paralysis, or other severe disorders, consider speaking with us. By examining medical records and consulting with experts, we can find out whether you have a case.

Are birth defects different from birth injury?
Birth defects result from harm prior to birth and can be caused by genetic factors, certain medications, or improper prenatal care. Birth injuries refer to harm inflicted during labor, delivery or after birth medical care.

Who is liable in a birth injury case?
It depends on the case, but multiple parties are often liable, such as obstetricians, mid wives, nurses, anesthesiologists, and at times, the hospital.

When should I consult a lawyer?
As soon as you suspect birth injury from medical malpractice or negligence, you should contact an experienced birth injury attorney. Time limits exist for filing birth injury claims, which vary from state to state. Early contact makes your chances for pursuing a claim much better.

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