Rhode Island and its neighboring states have excellent hospitals, but mistakes can happen anywhere. If providers are negligent during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, the consequences for the infant may be permanent.
Families may have difficulty recognizing a preventable birth injury right away, especially when it is the result of medical malpractice.
Possible Birth Injuries
- Bleeding in the brain
- Brain damage
- Brain swelling
- Cerebral palsy
- Erb’s palsy (brachial plexus palsy)
- Facial paralysis
- Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, HIE (Injury to the brain cells from a lack of oxygen)
- Skull fracture
Some Symptoms of Birth Injuries Include
- A “floppy” appearance indicating lack of muscle tone
- Abrasions, bruises, marks, or swelling on the baby’s face, head, or shoulder
- Failure of the infant to breath independently after delivery
- One arm that appears limp
- Requirement for CPR or introduction of a breathing tube to resuscitate the infant
- Seizures that develop within 48 hours of delivery
Please note that this list is meant to be a guideline. If you suspect your child is displaying these symptoms, or signs of delayed development, you should consult with your doctor immediately.
Birth Injury Lawyers in Rhode Island
Sokolove Law has guided many Rhode Island families through the complicated process of filing a birth injury lawsuit and recovering much needed resources to help them move forward.
It’s important to file a birth injury lawsuit in a timely manner. All claims are subject to state-determined statutes of limitations. Statutes of limitations are laws that determine the amount of time that an injured party or their family has to file a lawsuit after an injury or death.
Contact Sokolove Law for a free legal consultation. The consultation is a no-cost opportunity to learn more about your legal rights with regards to a birth injury lawsuit.
