When a birth injury changes the course of your child’s life, the emotional and financial burden can be overwhelming. In many cases, these injuries could have been prevented with proper medical care. If medical negligence played a role in your child’s birth injury, you may be able to pursue compensation through a birth injury claim. However, these cases can be challenging. Making a mistake can be costly. The assistance of a competent lawyer is invaluable.
Our compassionate Chicago, IL birth injuries attorneys understand how these injuries can affect your child’s and your family’s long-term well-being. We will pursue maximum compensation that addresses all your damages and holds the at-fault medical providers accountable.
What Are Common Birth Injuries, and What Special Care Might Be Needed?
Medical negligence is the failure to provide the same level of care that another healthcare professional with similar qualifications would provide in the same situation. Some of the most common birth injuries that can result from medical negligence include cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries, brain damage, and skull or spinal trauma. Common causes include: