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Birth-Related Injuries for Mothers

The gift of life does not come without its complications.  Many women cite childbirth as the most pain they have experienced.  When childbirth is not assisted correctly by the physician or nurses, both the mother and baby can suffer serious injuries.

If you or someone you love was injured during childbirth, contact the New Jersey childbirth injury lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 1-800-346-5529 to learn more about recovering financial compensation for your injuries.

Common Injuries

The majority of childbirths are carried out without major complications. However, unexpected events or health complications are far from rare. In some cases, doctors and nurses must take emergency measures to protect the life of the mother and child.

Unfortunately, doctors sometimes fail to respond to unexpected circumstances promptly or correctly. In addition, medical errors can cause an otherwise uncomplicated birth to become a medical emergency.  Some of the errors that OB-GYN doctors and their support staff can make include:

  • Improper suturing after C-section
  • Improper suturing after episiotomy (an incision that enlarges the birth canal)
  • Skin tears and fissures
  • Wrongly administering pain medication

Any of these errors may cause the mother serious long-term pain and injuries.  In some cases, these errors may even lead to death.  When a woman is injured because of a healthcare provider’s negligent action, she may be able to hold the healthcare providers liable for her injuries.

Contact Us

Childbirth is a potentially dangerous process that may result in serious injury if the mother is not properly assisted during the process.  If you have been injured while delivering your baby, the New Jersey childbirth injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. may be able to help you.  Call us at 1-800-346-5529 to learn more about your legal rights.