Birth Injuries
A Tennessee birth injury lawyer is prepared to protect your legal rights
The birth of a child is usually an occasion to celebrate. But sometimes, a newborn baby is injured due to negligence. Despite advances in technology and modern medical care, childbirth still carries inherent risks. When medical professionals fail to follow proper procedures, childbirth injuries can happen either through hospital negligence. Proper attention and adherence to safety standards is crucial.
When birth defects or injuries occur, it’s wise to turn to skilled legal professionals. At Meade Injury Law Group, we know how to hold medical professionals and their insurance companies accountable. You don’t have to pursue a claim alone. Let our firm put our experience and resources to work for you and help you decide the best course of action. Call our firm today for a free and confidential consultation: (423) 464-7779.
We provide experienced representation for clients dealing with malpractice. Our firm can tap into resources that can help you on your path to justice. We even have a physician on staff who is both a doctor and a lawyer – Attorney Dr. Suresh Nekuri.
Types of birth defects or injuries
Some birth injuries may be temporary, such as:
- Bone fractures
- Cuts
- Excessive facial swelling
Some birth injuries may be permanent, such as:
- Cerebral palsy
- Brachial plexus injury, leading to Erb’s palsy
- Blindness or loss of vision
The following are some common causes of birth defects and injuries:
- Oxygen deprivation, which may occur when the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby’s neck
- Excessive force in the delivery process
- Excessive force or improper use of vacuum extraction or forceps
- Failure to diagnose and properly treat seizures after delivery
Keep in mind that we generally negotiate medical malpractice cases with insurance companies, not doctors. We maintain the confidentiality of your health and medical records throughout the case.
Contact a Tennessee birth injuries lawyer
Contact our firm today, and let our experience guide you. At Meade Injury Law Group, we are experienced with helping families through difficult birth defect and injury cases. You don’t have to pay us anything unless you win your settlement.
We realize your case is about more than just the money. It’s about justice, about making sure you are rightfully compensated for your injuries due to someone else’s negligence.