Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Birth Injury Malpractice Attorney
Entering a delivery room can be stressful for any parent, but still, you trust that the doctors and medical staff will operate at an appropriate level of care to protect both the mother and the infant. Unfortunately, medical negligence during prenatal care and delivery are not uncommon and can result in serious injuries, even fatalities. If you or someone you love has been affected by a birth injury, you can take legal action to recover the compensation you deserve. Attorney Louis Jay Arnold has over 30 years of experience in medical negligence cases and can maximize compensation for your family.
Call (215) 735–1776 now to speak directly with an experienced injury lawyer or contact Louis Jay Arnold by e-mail for a free consultation.
Attorney Louis Jay Arnold is experienced in cases involving:
- Pregnancy complications
- Delivery room errors
- Anesthesia errors
- Erb's palsy
- Failure to perform Cesarean (C-section) timely
- Brain damage
- Preeclampsia
- Cerebral palsy
Prenatal care and medical malpractice
In the state of Pennsylvania, an infant is defined as "viable" at 6 months or 24 weeks. If something happens to the fetus before 6 months, you cannot bring a claim. However, if your child suffered a prenatal injury after 6 months of pregnancy, you may be able to bring a claim against negligent doctors or assisting professionals.
If the mother suffers an injury during pregnancy that is the result of malpractice, the mother or family can bring a lawsuit at any point during the pregnancy. Attorney Louis Jay Arnold is experienced in cases of pregnancy complications involving failure to identify the size of the baby, potential risks, or lack of oxygen flow.
Fetal distress, delivery and birth injury malpractice
Many injuries to infants or mothers happen at the time of childbirth. If a doctor fails to recognize certain signs of stress, including decreased blood flow or oxygen levels, both the mother and the infant could suffer serious, permanent injuries, or wrongful death. If you believe that an injury to a mother or your child was caused by medical malpractice, it is important to initiate an immediate investigation. Your attorney will consult with witnesses, work with experts and collect all necessary evidence to preserve and successfully pursue your claim.
Contact Louis Jay Arnold today by calling (215) 735-1776 for a free consultation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Offering advocacy and support when you need it the most.
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