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Birth Injury Atlanta

A lot of birth injuries don't manifest symptoms immediately. This is particularly relevant for conditions like cerebral palsy, which can occur after a baby is born.

If you suspect that your child suffered an injury during birth it is imperative to act fast. The sooner a lawyer examines medical documents, they has a greater chance of preserving the authenticity of those documents and determining if an action plan is feasible before the deadline for legal action expires.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Childbirth-related brain damage can be devastating for a family and lead to lifelong neurological and physical impairments. Some of the most severe birth injuries are periventricular leukomalacia or intraventricular hemorrhage. They can also be a cause of anoxic brain injury (complete absence of oxygen). Minor to moderate damage to the brain can be a possibility.

Symptoms of traumatic brain injury will vary from one child to the next. They could be cognitive, physical, or behavioral. Severe brain injury is often associated with other medical or birth injuries, including cerebral palsy, developmental delays, speech issues as well as low bone density and chronic respiratory problems.

The good news is that if your child's brain injury was caused by the actions or actions of a doctor or nurse during labor and birth, you may have an opportunity to pursue compensation. In fact, many families can claim financial compensation to cover the cost of their child's treatments and medical treatment.

A birth injury lawyer can help you determine if your child's symptoms are due to an error in medical care that could have been prevented. If yes, an Georgia medical malpractice lawsuit may be an option to pay the cost of treatment for your child.

You must show that the medical professional acted in violation of their duty of care and caused your child’s birth injury in order to be successful. This means proving that they did not follow national standards and guidelines pertaining to doctors, midwives and nurses.

For example, inducing vaginal births using the medication Pitocin can trigger contractions that squeeze the uterus of the mother, and reduce the flow of blood to her infant, which can lead to HIE and brain damage and other serious birth injuries.

Your lawyer will make use of the medical records that you provide to create an argument for compensation against the responsible healthcare providers. In some instances, the responsible party may have insurance that will cover medical expenses for your child. If you don't, your attorney can help you locate additional sources of money to cover your child's treatment and care. This is particularly important if your baby has suffered a serious birth injury or brain injury.

atlanta birth injury lawyer -Ischemic Encephalopathy

Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), also called brain injury, occurs when the brain of the baby isn't receiving enough oxygen or blood flow in the first few hours after birth. It can cause permanent damage, and can lead to developmental and cognitive impairments, such as cerebral palsy.

HIE can be caused by complications during labor and delivery that interrupt the blood supply to the brain, for example, tears in the uterus or problems with the umbilical cord. It could also be caused by medical professionals fail to recognize the signs of fetal distress.

The severity and duration of HIE depend on the length of time that the brain is deprived of oxygen and blood and the extent of damage to tissues. Even short periods of time can cause serious injury, and severe HIE could lead to long-term complications.

HIE can lead to sleep problems as well as crying, irritability and agitation, and also problems with limb movements. Seizures can also occur within the first 24 hours following birth, and the infant might require breathing tubes. If a child has mild HIE symptoms typically, they will disappear within 24 hours.

When a doctor suspects that the baby is suffering from HIE or HIE, they typically order blood tests to evaluate the condition of other organs, such as the liver, kidneys, heart and lungs. They will also check for the presence of acid in the umbilical cord blood, which can be a sign that the child was suffering from a shortage of oxygen and blood flow prior to birth.

If your child is diagnosed with HIE and you believe it was the result of negligence in the medical field, it is important to consult with an experienced Atlanta hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy lawyer. They can gather the evidence needed to show that your child's HIE was preventable and that your family is entitled to compensation. They only charge contingent fees if they can get you financial compensation. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to determine if you can obtain the funds needed to take care of your children.

Bleeding in Brain

The brain may be bleeding. This can be caused when a blood vessel ruptures during labor and delivery. This is a serious medical issue that puts newborns in danger of permanent harm, including hypoxic-ischemic cerebral palsy and hypoxic encephalopathy.

Fortunately, birth traumas caused by bleeding in the brain are much less common today than they were decades back. This is due to the use of ultrasounds for prenatal assessment, the limited use vacuum extractions and forceps in delivery, and doctors' ability and ability to perform C-sections when they anticipate a large baby or difficulties in the delivery. However, birth injuries still happen, and they can have devastating effects for the baby and their family.

Hemorrhage of the brain is often a sign that there are medical conditions that are underlying, such as coagulation issues or illness. It can be caused by a difficult or prolonged labor and delivery. This is especially true when a mother has had a high-risk pregnancy or having a C-section.

Infants suffering from a brain hemorrhage are typically admitted to the neonatal intensive unit where they receive imaging tests, monitoring and supportive care. Fluids are also administered intravenously to maintain body function. Depending on the severity of the hemorrhage, they may not be capable of breathing or moving on their own.

Localized damage to the brain is common, particularly when it comes to injuries or infections such as meningitis. Widely distributed brain damage can result in a wide array of symptoms, including issues with development and movement.

A minor head injury is characterized by swelling or bruising at or close to the scalp or near the skull. Blood accumulating above or below the thick fibrous layer of the skull bone (periosteum) is a more serious injury. These types of brainbleeds are more likely to occur if a doctor employs a vacuum extractor forceps, or other birthing devices.

When a doctor's error during delivery causes a brain bleed in your baby, the skilled team of national birth injury attorneys at Miller Weisbrod Olesky can help you determine if there is a basis for a claim for financial compensation. We have the resources to build a strong claim, and we'll work hard to hold accountable those responsible for your child's injuries as well as ongoing treatment.

Congenital Heart Defects

Congenital heart defects cause problems with the inner wall of the heart, or the large blood vessels. They occur in about 1% of live births and alter the way that the heart pumps blood. Some are severe and require intervention right after birth. Others are less severe and are treated later in life.

Most common heart problems include holes in the lungs' walls and problems with the valves that allow blood to flow from one side to the other. Some heart problems are not severe and require treatment, while others can lead to complications, like a bad heart rhythm breathing problems or cyanosis. The severity of CHD can vary from very severe to mild.

The majority of CHDs are caused by abnormalities within the genes that control the development of the heart and blood vessel. Other causes include exposure of the fetus or infections that can occur during pregnancy.





Newborns are checked for CHD with an easy test known as pulse oximetry, which is a method of measuring the amount of oxygen that is present in the blood. If the test shows low levels of oxygen, further tests are required to find out if there's a problem with the heart or blood vessels. These tests include heart catheterization that involves the use of a thin tube to guide through a vein to the heart, as well as magnetic resonance imaging of the heart (MRI).

Many kinds of CHD can be corrected by surgery or medications. Some require treatment within the first few weeks of life to avoid serious complications, such as cyanosis. Some require regular checks with a specialist cardiologist who will examine the heart and blood vessels for any signs of trouble.

A severe form of CHD is the transposition of great arteries, where the two main arteries that supply oxygenated blood to the body are switched. It can be fatal within the first few weeks of life should it not be treated promptly. Other serious CHDs include tetralogy, which means that the gap between the lower and upper heart parts is too small to allow normal blood flow. Another example is ventricular septal defects, where an opening in the wall allows oxygenated blood to mix with blood flowing from the right ventricle.