Northwest Indiana Birth Injury Attorneys
When Medical Malpractice Causes Serious Birth Injuries
A birth injury can turn a joyous occasion into one overshadowed by worry and anxiety. Some birth injuries can be corrected through treatment and surgery, but others result in permanent disfigurement or create a need for lifelong care.
Common birth injuries include:
- Cerebral palsy
- Erb’s palsy
- Nerve and spinal cord injuries
- Oxygen deprivation
- Brain damage
- Facial paralysis
- Bone fractures
- Shoulder dystocia
- Subdural hematoma
- Intracranial hemorrhage
- Cranial nerve trauma
At Theodoros & Rooth, P.C., we believe that medical professionals who care for expectant mothers and newborns have a special duty to perform their jobs to the best of their abilities. When they fail to do so, our Northwest Indiana birth injury attorneys devote themselves to helping you receive appropriate financial compensation for birth injuries and your child’s subsequent medical needs.
Find out how we can help your family by calling (219) 212-2462. Your consultation is free!
What to do After a Birth Injury
While some birth injuries may not become apparent for months or years, it is important to consult medical professionals if you suspect your child was injured during a difficult birth. Prompt treatment as soon as a birth injury is identified is critical — if caught early on, you have a greater risk of minimizing a its negative effects through treatment options like physical therapy and surgery. You also lessen the chance your child may develop further limitations if his or her condition worsens.
Finding knowledgeable legal counsel should also be a priority if you wish to protect your child’s best interests. Birth injury lawsuits are incredibly complex and are best handled by attorneys who have tried such cases before. The Northwest Indiana birth injury lawyers of Theodoros & Rooth, P.C. have more than 110 years of experience practicing law in Indiana and Illinois, and we collaborate with skilled professionals to build strong cases on our clients’ behalf.
For more information, give us a call at (219) 212-2462.