Our clients went to the hospital expecting a healthy delivery. During labor, warning signs on the fetal heart monitor showed their baby was not getting enough oxygen. Those warning signs continued, but delivery was delayed.
When their son was born, he needed resuscitation, developed seizures shortly after birth, and was later diagnosed with a severe birth injury caused by lack of oxygen to the brain (hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy or HIE).
Our firm investigated the case and showed that earlier recognition of fetal distress and timely delivery could have prevented the injury.
We successfully resolved the case and secured a settlement that provides financial support, medical care, therapy, and resources for our client for the rest of his life.
No amount of money changes what happened—but this result helps ensure our client will have access to the care and support he needs for years to come.
If your child suffered a birth injury, HIE, cerebral palsy, oxygen deprivation during labor, or complications from delayed delivery, we can help evaluate your case.