St. Charles Childbirth Complications Attorneys
The birth of your child should be one of the greatest days of your life, but if something goes wrong, it can quickly turn into one of the worst. If your child has suffered any kind of trauma during pregnancy or childbirth, you may have a medical malpractice claim.
At Clancy Law, our Chicago birth injury attorneys are here to help you and your family through your most difficult times. With more than 75 years of experience protecting Illinois families, we have the resources to handle these complex claims and determine what went wrong in the birth of your child. We will take care of all your legal concerns, so you can be there for your family.
After a serious birth injury, you have to worry about your child's immediate concerns and long-term health. We will make sure your family is taken care of today and into the future. Handling all cases on a contingency basis, we can take swift action at no cost to you. Contact us today to learn more and protect your child.
What Caused Your Child's Birth Injury?
Birth injuries usually occur when a fetus does not get what it needs. It is the job of your doctor to monitor your child's progress and make sure he or she receives care when it is needed. Prenatal care includes everything from blood pressure and blood sugar to heart rate and the failure to monitor these concerns during both pregnancy and childbirth can lead to the following kind of accidents:
- Traumatic birth events: A child could suffer shoulder dystocia or Erb's palsy if he or she becomes stuck during delivery and the physician doesn't respond correctly.
- Hypoxic or anoxic brain injuries: children who are not adequately monitored in utero or who are not monitored properly can become starved for oxygen resulting in permanent brain injuries.
- Pregnancy disorders: A child can develop disorders from a lack of oxygen or other nutrients when a mother is sick, takes certain medication or has blood pressure problems of her own.
Wrongful Death in Childbirth
Even if your child makes it through childbirth, the injuries suffered at the time could prove to be fatal. Inattention and the failure of hospital staff to respond to critical conditions could lead to a death that could have been prevented. If your child died after sustaining injuries in childbirth, we can help you determine if negligence was involved.
Protect Your Family
Nothing is more important than the health and happiness of your family. Our lawyers can help you through this difficult time and make sure your child gets the immediate and long-term medical treatment he or she needs. Contact our St. Charles or Chicago offices today to schedule a free initial consultation and learn more about how we can help you.
