The birth of a child should be a joyous occasion, but sadly, sometimes medical negligence leads to serious birth injuries. One common cause of preventable birth trauma is the misuse of forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery. If your baby suffered a brain injury, cerebral palsy, or other harm due to improper use of birthing […]
Hypoxia during childbirth is a severe condition that requires immediate medical attention. It occurs when the baby’s brain or other body parts do not receive enough oxygen before, during, or after birth. This guide, prepared by a hypoxic brain injury lawyer, aims to help you understand and recognize the signs of hypoxia during childbirth. Raynes […]
Understanding Neonatal and Perinatal Strokes Neonatal and perinatal strokes are two types of strokes that can occur in newborns and infants. A neonatal stroke happens within the first 28 days of life, while a perinatal stroke occurs between 20 weeks gestation and 28 days after birth. If your child has suffered a stroke, it’s critical […]
A perinatal stroke is a type of brain injury that occurs in babies around the time of birth, often leading to severe and lifelong disabilities. If your child suffered a perinatal stroke, you may be struggling to understand how and why this tragic event occurred. This post will explore the potential causes and risk factors […]
Birth is a delicate process and even minor complications can sometimes lead to severe birth injuries that impact a baby’s brain development. Birth injury attorneys often work with families whose infants have suffered brain damage due to birth trauma. Understanding how birth trauma can affect the brain is important for any parent. Raynes & Lawn […]