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Savannah Birth Injury Attorneys

Holding Georgia hospitals, doctors, and others liable for devastating birth injuries

The birth of a new child should be one of the sweet joys of life. Yet for too many parents and children, it is the start to a different life than what was expected; a life of pain and sorrow — of lost physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities. In the most tragic cases, a child dies during delivery. Many of these deaths and injuries could have been avoided. At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, our Savannah birth injury have been handling medical malpractice cases against healthcare providers who are negligent or careless in the delivery room or when they fail to follow established medical procedures. Let us help you, too.

Steve Lowry and the other attorneys at Harris Penn Lowry are the best in the business. They go above and beyond to take care of their clients. They are accessible, professional and highly qualified.

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What is the difference between a birth injury and a birth defect?

Birth injuries are usually due to medical malpractice. While birth defects can be due to genetics and other uncontrollable factors, many birth defects may also be due to medical mistakes, but they can also be due to genetics and other uncontrollable factors.

Birth injuries are almost always preventable. Doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers should be held accountable for failing to use proper medical procedures before, during or after the birth of your child.

Some examples of birth defects include Down Syndrome, spina bifida, cleft palates and congenital heart defects. A common cause of birth defects that does justify a medical malpractice claim is when a doctor recommends drugs with known side effects without informing the mother about the risks or when the doctor doesn’t prescribe the correct drug.

Harris Lowry Manton LLP obtained a $30.5 million verdict on behalf of a mother and child: Louis v. Gwinnett Medical Center, Dr. Williard Hearin. Though an ultrasound showed a potential problem with blood flow through the umbilical cord to the fetus, doctors failed to order an emergency C-section. This delay caused the child to suffer hypoxic brain injury, resulting in cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and a seizure disorder – all permanent injuries that will require 24-hour care for the rest of her life.

What are the different types of birth injuries?

At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, our lawyers work with obstetricians and doctors who are specialists in the kind of injury from which your newborn is suffering.

Some of the injuries our Savannah birth injury lawyers handle include:

  • Cerebral palsy (CP). This medical disorder refers to the inability of the brain to control the muscle movements of the body. CP is a group of disorders in which the brain is not able to control the normal movement and coordination of the muscles in the body. CP often occurs due to damage to your newborn’s brain.
  • Brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s palsy). This birth injury can cause partial or full paralysis in your child’s arm due to damage to the brachial plexus nerves in the shoulder.
  • Shoulder dystocia. This condition occurs when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck behind the pelvic bone. Your doctors should anticipate the risk of shoulder dystocia and take steps to help ensure your baby is in the correct position during the delivery.
  • Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE). HIE is a dangerous health disorder that can be a deadly birth injury. HIE can be caused when your baby’s brain doesn’t get the oxygen and blood it needs.

Other types of birth injuries we handle include:

  • Facial paralysis
  • Caput succedaneum
  • Cephalohematoma
  • Fractures
  • Subconjunctival hemorrhage

Why do birth injuries happen?

Common medical mistakes that cause birth injuries include:

  • Failing to anticipate complications during the delivery
  • Delays in ordering a Cesarean section
  • Not monitoring the health of the mother or baby
  • Improperly using forceps or vacuum extractors
  • Not ensuring the baby has enough blood and oxygen
  • Failing to order necessary diagnostic tests
  • Not recognizing the signs of distress

At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, we’re skilled at showing what medical errors and acts of negligence caused your newborn’s injuries. The errors may occur during pregnancy, labor, delivery and after your child is born. Some of the typical types of birth injury cases we handle include:

  • Negligent care before delivery. Doctors should run the right tests before the birth of a child to check the mother for various medical concerns, including maternal diabetes, high blood pressure, hepatitis, HIVand other diseases and infections.
  • Negligence during delivery. Physicians should constantly monitor the mother and child during the delivery process to check the baby’s heartbeat, the mother’s contractions and for any signs of fetal distress. Most monitoring is currently done via electronic fetal monitor. One of the known complications that can arise is a lack of oxygen to the brain. Improper diagnosis and action during delivery can cause cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy and other health
  • Not performing a Caesarean section when appropriate. Doctors should be ready to perform a C-section if fetal distress occurs.
  • Improper use of vacuum or forceps. Sometimes, when the mother is not able to force the baby through the birth canal, the birth doctors use vacuum extractors and forceps to guide the baby out of the womb. These medical tools must be used properly to avoid skull fractures, brachial plexus nerve trauma, and damage to the brain.

Who is responsible for my child’s birth injuries in Savannah?

Our Savannah birth injury lawyers work with doctors who understand what medical acts are competent and when your doctors committed medical malpractice.  We file medical malpractice claims against all responsible healthcare providers. These providers may include:

  • Your gynecologist
  • Your obstetrician
  • Nurses
  • Midwives
  • Anesthesiologists
  • Hospitals
  • Any other healthcare provider who is responsible for the delivery of your child

How much is my child’s birth injury case worth?

It’s natural to be upset to learn that your child has a birth injury that is incurable. It is worse to learn that your child’s birth injury was preventable. Our attorneys consult with a network of medical professionals who understand the treatments and care your child will need (often for the rest of his/her life) and every way your child’s life will be harder due to their injuries.

We demand compensation for your child’s:

  • Medical bills, including physical, occupational, vocational and speech therapy
  • Physical pain and suffering
  • Cognitive difficulties
  • Nerve, motor, and muscle dysfunction including paralysis
  • Any scarring or disfigurement
  • The loss of your child’s quality of life
  • The cost to modify your home and vehicle to provide for your child’s safety and care
  • Counseling with psychologists
  • At-home care
  • Medications
  • Assistive devices
  • Lost wages, if you need to take time off to care for your child

At Harris Lowry Manton, we also file a wrongful death action if your child was born stillborn or if your child or the mother died due to medical malpractice.

How much time do I have to file a birth injury claim in Georgia?

Generally, you must file your medical malpractice claim within two years of the date the medical malpractice occurred. In birth injury medical malpractice claims, that date is usually the date of the delivery. We will explain when you need to file if the negligence and its effects are not immediately apparent.

The best course of action is to contact us NOW. We need to review your newborn’s medical care. We need to question everyone while their memories are fresh. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.

Do you have a Savannah birth injury lawyer near me?

Harris Lowry Manton LLP meets parents and children at our Savannah office located at 410 E. Broughton Street. We also meet clients at their homes or a medical center when necessary. You can also discuss your claim by phone and through online conferences.

We’ll answer all your questions and guide you calmly and clearly through each phase of the claims process.

Talk with Our Savannah Birth Injury Lawyers Now for a Free Consultation

We understand your anger and your fears. The doctors, insurance companies, and defense lawyers will fight your claim. At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, our trial lawyers aggressively pursue your claim. We anticipate the arguments the defense will make. We show step-by-step how your baby was injured, why the injuries were preventable, and how much your baby is suffering. We’ve obtained more than $300 million for our clients during our 35 years of practice. To protect your child’s future, please call us or fill out our contact form to schedule a free initial consultation with our experienced Savannah birth injury lawyers.

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