Deliveries can be a dangerous process. That is why most woman choose to give birth to their child in the safety of a hospital with medical doctors on hand to protect the life and health of the unborn child and the mother. However, in some instances actions of practicing obstetricians who have been given the duty to protect the health of the unborn result in serious birth injuries. One of the most common birth injuries caused by the medical malpractice of a practicing physician during delivery is facial paralysis also referred to as bell’s palsy. Common signs and symptoms associated with facial nerve damage at birth include uncontrolled drooling, incomplete closure of the eye, facial asymmetry, and lack of motion in the face.

Victims Legal Rights

Newborn victims of facial nerve damage at birth are entitled to compensation for their injuries. If you child has suffered facial paralysis caused by birth trauma contact our Law Firm for a free no cost evaluation of your claim. (888) 649-7166

Other serious birth injuries which are commonly associated with facial paralysis

In many instance newborn children are afflicted with multiple birth injuries. Some common birth injuries linked to facial nerve damage include

• Cerebral Palsy
• Erb’s Palsy
• Brain damage
• Brachial Plexus injuries including shoulder dystocia
• Blood clots
• Bruising and lacerations of the face

Negligent use of Forceps During Delivery

One of the leading factors contributing to facial paralysis at birth is the wrongful use of forceps during the delivery process.  There are strict guidelines that have been put in place delineating instances where forceps should or should not be used during vaginal delivery. If deviation from those guidelines results in a birth injury to the mother or child, then a claim for medical malpractice will be established. Other factors associated with a heightened risk of facial paralysis injuries include

• Large size of the child
• Diabetes and other serious medical complications of the mother
• Long length of labor
• Negligent use of the ventouse method
• Improper use of epidural injections during labor

For more information on claims against medical doctors for the negligent use of forceps click here

Filing a Birthing Injury Medical Malpractice Lawsuit – Our Law Firm is Here to Help:

Medical Malpractice laws are complicated requiring attorneys with sufficient knowledge and expertise. Our Law Firm and the attorneys we associate with have the knowledge and expertise to take on challenging birth injury claim and help your child receive the needed compensation entitled to including recovery for
(1) All present and future medical costs
(2) Cost of rehabilitation
(3) Cost of nursing and home care
(4) Pain and suffering including emotional trauma.

To schedule a free consultation and evaluation of your case contact our law offices by phone (888) 649-7166 or fill our case evaluation form here.