In the United States approximately 27 of every 1000 births result in a birth injury. A "birth injury" is defined as any type of damage to an infant’s body before, during, or just after birth.
Birth injuries could be very minor or could be so severe it could cause death to the infant. The process of pregnancy or the process of labor and delivery can result in a wide variety of complications for a newborn. Common types of injuries include skin irritations, temporary paralysis, fractured collar bone, fractured arm, Cerebral Palsy, brain damage, Erb’s Palsy and Brachial Plexus Palsy.
If your infant has suffered a birth trauma and you suspect those injuries were caused by medical negligence, you need to contact one of our attorneys immediately after the birth of your baby. The attorneys of 1800lawyers.com are experienced birth injury lawyers and can help you in your fight for your child.