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Birth injuries can have a profound impact on the lives of the child, the mother, and their family. Understanding the potential injuries and how to bring a claim is crucial for those affected.
A birth injury refers to any harm a baby suffers during the process of childbirth. These injuries can result from complications during labour or delivery, and sometimes from medical errors made by healthcare professionals.
It is important to be aware of the time limits for making a birth injury claim. In general, you have three years from the date the injury. You can bring a claim for incidents involving children any time before their 21st birthday.
Injuries can include brain damage during birth, broken bones, and conditions like cerebral palsy and Erb’s palsy.
Common causes of birth injuries include:
The consequences of birth injuries can be severe and long-lasting. A child may suffer from physical disabilities, developmental delays, or cognitive impairments, affecting their ability to perform daily activities. They may also require ongoing medical treatment and therapy for many years, if not the rest of their lives. Conditions such as cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy may require physiotherapy or speech therapy among other interventions.
Birth injuries may also impact mothers, who can suffer physical and emotional harm. Injuries like pelvic damage, incontinence, nerve damage, and complications from labour can lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility, and long-term disability, affecting their ability to care for their child and perform daily activities.
Families can experience significant emotional distress as they cope with their child’s condition. Mental trauma, anxiety, and depression are common among parents. The financial burden can also be substantial, including costs for medical treatments, specialized care, and lost income if a parent needs to stay home to care for the child.
The NHS Early Notification Scheme aims to identify and investigate cases of potential birth injury caused by negligence swiftly. This helps ensure that affected families receive compensation and support promptly. If your case falls under this scheme, it may simplify the process of claiming compensation.
By understanding the various aspects of birth injury claims and working with experienced medical negligence solicitors, you can seek justice and support for your child’s injuries sustained at birth
If your child has suffered a birth injury, bringing a claim can provide essential support and compensation.
Compensation can help cover the costs of specialist treatments, surgeries, CT scans, and ongoing medical care such as therapies and treatments.
If you need to take time off work to care for your child or recover from negligence during delivery, a claim can compensate for lost wages, providing financial stability.
A claim can offer compensation for the physical pain and emotional distress experienced by your child and family.
Compensation can fund rehabilitation services, such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy, which are crucial for your child’s development and quality of life.
For permanent injuries, compensation can cover long-term care needs, ensuring you and your child receive the necessary support.
For permanent injuries, compensation can cover long-term care needs, ensuring you and your child receive the necessary support.
Ensure your child receives appropriate medical treatment and keep detailed records of all diagnoses and treatments, including any signs and symptoms.
Collect evidence to support your claim. Medical records, birth reports, and witness statements help establish that a medical professional’s negligence caused the injury.
At CEL Solicitors, our clinical negligence team has extensive experience providing advice and guidance on birth injury claims. It is their job to make your claim as straightforward as possible.
Your solicitor will assess your case and explain your legal rights. They will also outline potential outcomes, as well as the compensation you may be entitled to.
Your solicitor will help you prepare and file the necessary legal documents to formally start your claim. They will detail the incident and its impact on your life.
Many claims are settled out of court. Your solicitor will attempt to negotiate with the defendant or their insurance company to secure a fair settlement.
If a settlement cannot be reached, your case may go to court. We will instruct a barrister to represent and argue your case.
If your child has suffered a birth injury, please call us for a free consultation. We are here to help you navigate the claims process and secure the compensation you deserve.
Our team of medical negligence solicitors specializes in handling cases involving childbirth injury negligence, ensuring you receive the support you need.
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