A family in Rhode Island received a $4 million settlement from a hospital that they claim made decisions immediately after the birth of their child that led to his permanent brain damage.
According to the birth trauma lawsuit, the birth was normal. The child did not respond to breastfeeding, so the doctor asked nurses to feed the child formula. They did not adhere exactly to the doctor’s orders, and the baby suffered a hypoglycemic episode. The parents say the episode caused brain damage that lead to continuing problems with vision, tactile sensory disorders and developmental issues. The child is now seven years old and still experiences these issues.
By ignoring warning signs and risk factors of hypoglycemia such as low birth weight and poor response to breastfeeding, the parents say the hospital is responsible for their child’s current difficulties. A month before the case went to trial, the hospital offered a $4 million settlement. Hospital representatives maintain that they are not responsible for the child’s injuries.
Hospitals that err in judgment in the crucial moments following a delivery can be held accountable for these mistakes. Sometimes they result in conditions like cerebral palsy and Erb’s palsy that require lifelong medical care. To learn more, contact us by calling 1-800-460-0606 or by submitting a contact form. There is no charge to discuss your potential case.
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