A prenatal or birth injury can have devastating, lifelong consequences for an infant and his or her parents. Unfortunately, birth trauma alone occurs in approximately 7 out of every 1,000 live births. It is always tragic when what should be a joyous time becomes fraught with grief and anxiety. Though some prenatal and birth injuries are unavoidable, many are the result of medical malpractice. Medical mistakes or medical negligence before or during pregnancy, or during or after delivery, may result in permanent and severe conditions. These include cerebral palsy, shoulder dystocia, brachial plexus injury, Erb’s palsy, Klumpke palsy (also known as Klumpke’s palsy and Dejerine-Klumpke palsy), irreversible brain damage, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, fractures, forceps injuries, infection and even death.

Certainly obstetricians, gynecologists and other ob-gyn health care providers would like to achieve optimal outcomes for all of their patients. Unfortunately, however, this medical specialty sees more malpractice claims than any other. From failure to detect cervical cancer to performing unnecessary hysterectomies, premature induction of labor, failure to recognize preeclampsia and forceps injuries, mistakes in gynecological and obstetrical care can have dire consequences.

If you or a loved one has suffered harm as a result of obstetrical or gynecological negligence, it is crucial to consult with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and past, current and future medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated trial lawyers can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a medical malpractice attorney who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.