Caring Birth Injury Attorney 

Help for Victims of Serious Birth Injuries in Mason City, Cedar Rapids & Des Moines

Few things in life are as exciting and joyful as the birth of a new infant. When it suddenly becomes evident that there is something wrong with the child they so eagerly awaited, the news can be devastating. No parent should have to go through the emotional trauma of finding out their child has suffered a birth injury due to the negligence of the treating medical professionals. If you or someone you know suspects malpractice or negligence may be the cause of a birth injury, it is vital that you contact an attorney at McGuire Law, PLC. We can pursue compensation for the injuries and emotional pain you and your child are suffering.

Many birth injuries occur due to lack of care or insufficient care caused by negligence by either the treating doctor, nurse or medical facility. Most mothers are carefully monitored with equipment that keeps close tabs on not only the condition of the mother, but also the fetus as well. If these monitors are not closely watched during the process of labor and birth, a low or high heart beat or fetal oxygen distress could be missed. By not responding quickly enough to bad indicators, the infant could suffer serious birth injuries. Although some of these may be mild, others can cause permanent damage or even result in death. Birth injuries can also occur when substandard care is provided to the mother during pregnancy. Failing to adequately monitor the mother's diet and vital signs, or failing to properly review any medications she may be taking can lead to dire consequences. 

If your baby has suffered a birth injury, you have every right to determine if medical errors were made during the birth of your child. In order to do so, you will need the experienced and skilled legal team at the McGuire Law, PLC. Our attorneys have over 40 years experience helping parents throughout Iowa, including Mason City, Davenport, Des Moines, Sioux City and Cedar Rapids. By careful investigation of the procedures used during pregnancy, labor and delivery, our legal team will build a strong and aggressive case on your behalf.

Common Types of Birth Injuries

There are several types of birth injuries that can occur as a result of medical negligence, error, or lack of sufficient care. Some of the effects of birth injuries include the following:

• Cerebral Palsy
• Erb’s Palsy
• Klumpke’s Palsy
• Hemiplegia
• Quadriplegia
• Diplegia
• Labor & Delivery Room Negligence
• Uterine Rupture
• Hyperbilirubinemia
• Hydrocephalus
• Shoulder Dystocia
• Oxygen Deficiency
• Rh-ABO Incompatibility
• Forceps and Vacuum Extractor Injuries
• Infant Brain Injuries

Most of these injuries pose serious consequences to your child's future. Should your child suffer from any one of these injuries, he or she may never be able to lead a normal life and they may require lifelong medical and personal care. Medical professionals must be held accountable for any errors made during pregnancy, labor and delivery. There will be considerable expenses associated with the care and treatment of your child. That is why it is crucial to ensure you retain the services of a knowledgeable birth injury lawyer to help you recover maximum compensation for the financial and emotional consequences of this negligence. Should you choose to work with a lawyer at our firm, you can feel confident that we will do our utmost to obtain a favorable settlement or verdict on your behalf.

Contact a Birth Injury Attorney from McGuire Law, PLC for legal representation you can depend on!