Can I Sue a Doctor for Giving My Baby a Skull Fracture?

 Posted on October 28, 2022 in Birth Injury

Skull fractures during birth are more common than many people realize. While many skull fractures sustained at birth are minor and will heal on their own without any long-term effects, some can be much more serious. In some cases, a baby can sustain a skull fracture that leads to serious health complications, including brain damage. If your baby sustained a skull fracture during birth and suffered health complications as a result, you may be wondering if you can sue the doctor for medical malpractice.

When Is an Infant Skull Fracture Considered Medical Malpractice?

As with any potential medical malpractice case, there are a few key elements that must be present in order for you to have a valid claim. First, it must be proven that the doctor breached the standard of care that is expected of medical professionals. Second, it must be shown that this breach of care directly led to your baby’s skull fracture. Finally, you must be able to prove that your baby suffered health complications as a result of the skull fracture.

If all of these elements are present in your case, you may have grounds to file a medical malpractice lawsuit against the doctor who delivered your baby. However, it is important to note that these cases can be complex and difficult to win. If you are considering taking legal action, it is important to consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney who can help you understand your legal options and build a strong case.

What Are the Potential Complications of an Infant Skull Fracture?

Improper use of forceps or vacuum extraction, prolonged labor, and physical trauma can lead to skull fractures during birth. One of the most dangerous complications caused by an infant skull fracture is hemorrhage or bleeding of the brain. This can lead to neonatal stroke resulting in brain damage. The baby may experience developmental delays, cognitive impairment, or nerve damage. He or she may be disfigured for the rest of his or her life.

Parents of a baby who suffered a skull fracture during work may face massive medical bills for CT scans, MRIs, surgery, and hospital care. Depending on the long-term consequences of the fracture, the baby may need ongoing medical care throughout his or her life.

Parents may be able to hold a negligent medical provider responsible and recover financial compensation for medical bills and other damages through a birth injury claim. 

Contact a Chicago Birth Injury Claim Lawyer

If your baby sustained a skull fracture or brain injury during birth, contact [title]] to evaluate your legal options. We may be able to help you recover financial compensation. Call our Cook County infant injury attorneys at 312-462-4200 for a free, no-obligation case assessment. 

Source:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/head-injury-in-children