Cerebral palsy, one of the most common injuries that can happen to a baby during birth, occurs when the oxygen supply to the baby’s brain becomes limited.
In causing extensive damage to the baby’s cerebrum (the part of the brain responsible for memory and motor and sensory function), the child will have a hard time controlling movements and potentially have limited mental capacity.
While more and more women are opting to deliver through C-sections, hesitation by doctors can result in birth injuries and fatalities. During emergency cases, the doctor needs to immediately decide to have a cesarean section to prevent further fetal distress and other potential problems.
If a doctor delays in ordering a cesarean section and this hesitation results in injuries or fatalities, the doctor can be held liable for it.
The doctor can also be held liable for failing to diagnose the problem, and you can file a lawsuit against the doctor for lack of proper judgment during an emergency situation.
