A birth injury diagnosis is a life-altering event for any family. While some complications are unavoidable, many are the direct result of medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or the neonatal period. This category provides in-depth resources on injuries such as Cerebral Palsy, HIE (Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy), Brachial Plexus injuries, and the failure of medical teams to monitor fetal distress. At Lupetin & Unatin, we understand the complex medical standards required in labor and delivery wards. These articles explore how failures in the standard of care—such as delayed C-sections or improper use of delivery tools—can lead to permanent neurological or physical damage. Our goal is to empower parents with the information they need to understand what went wrong and how to secure the financial resources required for their child’s lifelong care and therapy.
If your child was born prematurely — before 32 weeks of gestation — and has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, one of the first questions an experienced birth injury attorney should ask is: Was magnesium sulfate administered before delivery? This is not a complicated question. It is not a matter of experimental medicine or cutting-edge science.
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that begins at the spinal cord in the neck and extends through the shoulder, arm, and hand. When functioning properly, the brachial plexus allows for normal use of the entire arm and hand. If the brachial plexus is damaged during childbirth and the injury is severe or treatment is delayed, the child may never regain full function.
Therapeutic hypothermia, also known as targeted temperature management (TTM), is a medical treatment that involves lowering the body’s core temperature to protect the brain and other vital organs after a traumatic or ischemic event. In some cases, the need for therapeutic hypothermia may have resulted from medical negligence. Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers fail to provide the standard level of care, leading to preventable harm.
Diabetic ketoacidosis in pregnancy is a serious medical condition which can threaten the life of the pregnant patient and the fetus. Obstetricians and nurses who care for pregnant patients need to recognize signs of diabetic ketoacidosis, confirm the diagnosis, and provide timely treatment to assure the health of the patient and fetus.
In the landscape of neonatal health, certain threats lurk silently, often unnoticed until they cause irreversible harm. One such peril is congenital syphilis, a condition that, despite its preventability and treatability, continues to affect newborns worldwide. The crux of the matter lies not just in the disease itself, but in the delays in diagnosing it. This article aims to shed light on the risks associated with such delays and the crucial role of medical malpractice lawyers in navigating these turbulent waters.
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a rare and often underdiagnosed condition that predominantly affects women, with pregnant and postpartum women being at particular risk. It occurs when a tear forms in one of the coronary arteries, potentially leading to a heart attack, heart rhythm abnormalities, or sudden death.
When it comes to the delicate health of premature infants, every second counts. A delayed diagnosis or mistreatment can have life-altering consequences for the baby and their family. One such condition that requires prompt attention is Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). Regrettably, not all medical professionals act with the urgency or care that they should, leading to potential cases of medical malpractice.
All too often, we see the life-changing consequences caused to patients as a result of delays in diagnosis. While delays in diagnosis can occur in numerous areas of medicine, a particular concern are delays in diagnosis of infection in pregnant women. Maternal deaths from pregnancy related to sepsis (blood infection) while uncommon still occur at an unacceptably high rate.
An infant’s entrance into the world is a challenging time. Going from intrauterine to extrauterine life results in many physiological changes; the lungs take over gas exchange and become filled with air rather than fluid, and blood flow to the lungs is substantially increased. If appropriate care is not provided to the newborn during delivery or while in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), many different complications, sometimes life threatening, can occur.
During and after birth, infants are at risk of contracting serious infections. Many neonatal infections can lead to devastating consequences if not detected and treated soon after birth. If your infant developed an infection at birth that was not properly recognized and treated, this may have been medical malpractice and you may contact our office to request a free case evaluation.
Delays in diagnosing congenital heart defects can lead to serious injuries and the need to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are structural abnormalities present at birth that affect the heart’s proper functioning. While medical advances have improved diagnosis and treatment, delays in identifying CHDs can have severe consequences, including serious injuries or even death.
Preeclampsia is a disorder that involves rapid increases in blood pressure during pregnancy and the postpartum period (i.e., the six weeks after delivery) – is a condition that still affects five percent of all pregnancies and can be potentially life threatening for both the mother and the baby. Without proper detection and treatment, preeclampsia can result in devastating consequences.
