Childbirth is a delicate time for both the mother and the baby. Doctors sometimes use tools to assist in the delivery process. One of these tools is forceps, which are metal instruments that look like large tongs. While forceps can help deliver a baby safely, their...
Birth Injury
Taking action when birth injury harms your child
We are vulnerable. Even lives that have just begun are not safe from harms and dangers. It is a sad reality to think that an unborn or newborn baby could endure harm from the negligence of medical professionals. Whether it's improper care during pregnancy or mistakes...
Complications with a breech delivery
When you discover that you are pregnant, you never expect to encounter any risks or complications. You think about the joy of your impending birth, expecting that you will have a normal and healthy delivery. Unfortunately, normal complications can arise. This can...
How often are C-sections performed?
Preparing to give birth is an exciting time for mothers and families in Massachusetts and elsewhere. While parents spend months prepping their lives for their first or next child, the unexpected can occur. Although birth plans lay out the wishes of the mother, these...
Birth injuries and birth defects caused by medical negligence
Welcoming a baby into this world is an exciting time for new parents in Massachusetts and elsewhere. As they prepare for the birth of their child, many things go through their mind. This often includes what they will name their child, what life will be like when they...
Who can be sued in a birth injury case?
When you or a loved gets admitted to the hospital, for whatever reason, it's reasonable to expect that you will come out of the place in better shape than when you entered. Most of the time, that's exactly what happens. But there are times in nearly every medical...
Contributing factors in cerebral palsy cases
A Massachusetts family dealing with cerebral palsy could experience a wide range of medical challenges through the life of a child born with the condition. The prevailing belief is that CP occurs because of a child being deprived of oxygen during birth. While this can...
Medical malpractice can change a newborn’s life forever
Medical malpractice is never a good thing. Regardless of who is impacted, this is sure to change many lives forever.In the event of newborn medical malpractice, parents often find themselves in a difficult position. They will have many questions, such as: -- What went...
Taking legal action after a birth injury
From painting the nursery to deciding on a name, for expecting parents the months leading up to a baby's birth are often full of excitement and anticipation. When the day finally arrives and a baby's birth is imminent, the hope is that everything goes according to...
Does Cerebral Palsy only affect a child’s movement?
Many people in Massachusetts are completely unfamiliar with Cerebral Palsy, but for those who have at least an inkling of what CP is, it may be surprising to learn the affliction comes with a wide array of effects. CP, which may be the result of a birth injury or...