Oxygen Deficiency Birth Injuries Attorney

Oxygen Deficiency Birth Injuries

When you and your child are going through childbirth there can be conditions that cause your baby to be deprived of oxygen during the birth.  If this occurs, it can cause serious medical conditions such as cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, brain damage or even mental retardation.  It is the responsibility of medical personnel monitoring your vital signs, and those of your baby, to ensure that all is going well throughout the arduous labor and delivery period.  If they fail to act to correct any distress of the baby, they could be held negligent if an injury was to be suffered by your child.  If you find yourself facing this devastating circumstance, McGuire Law Firm understands that you are likely emotionally traumatized by this situation.  To ensure you are protected in your options for legal recourse, consult with an birth injury attorney to determine what your next step should be.

Possible Causes of Oxygen Deficiency

When a woman is in labor she is normally hooked up to monitors that check not only her vital signs, but those of the fetus as well.  Hospital personnel are required to check these closely and at regular intervals, as a medical situation can change suddenly.  Factors such as an increase in heart rate, decrease in heart rate, oxygen level, are all signs to carefully observed.  All of these are indicators of any action that may need to be taken quickly to avoid a possible disaster.  When a birth is difficult and is going on too long, the baby can become distressed and lack oxygen.  Decisions to end the labor and perform a cesarean section are ones that we expect medical professionals to make as needed.  Whenever any of these actions are not done and a birth injury occurs, we must hold those responsible accountable for their actions. 

McGuire Law Firm has the experience and skill you need to carefully investigate the medical records and procedures and present a strong case on your behalf.  Your child may need extensive medical treatment due to the birth injury that will require you are financially compensated in order to ensure appropriate medical care for your child.