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We understand the devastating effects a birth injury can have on a family, primarily if the injury was caused by medical negligence. Our experienced birth injury solicitors can guide you through the entire legal process while you and your family recover. For a confidential consultation, please contact us at Free Phone 1800-844-104 or email [email protected]. You can also visit us at our 84 Talbot Street, Dublin 1, Ireland office.
During the birthing process, a baby or the mother may suffer a physical injury. This is called birth trauma or birth injury and may be due to the mismanagement of the delivery or the failure to cope with a medical emergency adequately. While these injuries can be a consequence of several causes, many are due to preventable errors and/or medical negligence on the part of obstetric doctors or midwives.
Not all birth injuries in Ireland are apparent immediately after birth. Some will not manifest for months or years after your child has been born and can be caused by genetic or teratogenic factors (smoking while pregnant, excessive drinking, diabetes, etc).
Although cerebral palsy is the most prevalent birth injury claim, there are numerous other sorts of birth injuries, such as various degrees of brain damage, scarring, or damage suffered during assisted delivery (e.g., forceps).
When discussing birth injuries caused by medical negligence, it is important to determine if the injury to the baby resulted from the negligence of a third party. Such injuries can have long-lasting medical complications for the newborn, impacting their quality of life. Some common types of birth injuries caused by medical negligence include:
Injuries to the mother can occur before, during, or after childbirth as a result of medical negligence. Inadequate medical care can lead to various complications, including:
Birth injuries can arise from various causes, and when they occur due to medical negligence, it further exacerbates the situation. Some common causes of birth injuries caused by medical negligence include:
It is advisable for you to speak to an experienced team of Birth Injury Solicitors as soon as possible if you believe that you were not provided with an adequate or appropriate level of medical care, which resulted in you sustaining an injury or illness.
After the consultation with your Birth Injury Solicitor, he/she will request access to your medical records and engage an independent medical expert to assess your records. The purpose of engaging an independent expert is to establish whether there was any negligence on the part of the medical professional.
Where the independent medical expert is of the professional opinion that medical negligence did occur, upon your instructions, your solicitor will commence the process of issuing legal proceedings in Court against the medical professional and/or hospital.
The legal time limit to make a birth injury claim is two years from the date of injury or date of knowledge that the injury or illness resulted from medical negligence. For children/minors, the time limit expires two years after their 18th birthday. You may contact a birth injury solicitor to discuss your case to advise of the Statute of Limitations applicable to your case. Learn more about the time limit in relation to your case.
At Coleman Legal LLP, we pride ourselves on our 30 years of collective experience as birth injury solicitors in Ireland. Medical negligence claims are a significant part of our caseload, and our team possesses exceptional experience and a deep understanding of this area. When you consult with us, we provide comprehensive advice tailored to your case, ensuring you are guided through the legal process with the utmost sensitivity and support at every step.
We understand the emotional and physical toll birth injuries can have on individuals and their families. As such, our team is committed to providing both support and sensitivity throughout the entire legal journey. Suppose you believe that you have suffered due to medical negligence. In that case, whether it’s a result of inadequate treatment, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or any other related issues, we are here to assess your situation and determine if you have a case against another party. Our birth injury solicitors at Coleman Legal LLP have a wealth of experience in handling a wide range of cases, including:
We have successfully represented clients who have suffered injuries or complications due to medical negligence during childbirth. Our team understands the intricacies of these cases and can effectively navigate the legal process to seek justice and compensation for you and your family.
If you have experienced harm or adverse outcomes because medical professionals failed to identify potential issues during pregnancy, we can help. Our birth injury solicitors deeply understand the standard of care expected during prenatal examinations.
When medical professionals have missed or misinterpreted significant abnormalities during prenatal screenings, resulting in harm to you or your child, we can provide the necessary legal support. Our birth injury solicitors will work diligently to establish negligence and seek appropriate compensation for the consequences you have endured.
We are here to assist you if you suffer harm or adverse effects due to errors or omissions in antenatal care.
If you or your child has experienced an injury as a result of medical instruments, anaesthesia administration, or inadequate suturing, our experienced birth injury solicitors are well-equipped to handle your claim. We understand the complexities involved in such cases and will fight tirelessly to secure the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
To speak with one of our dedicated Birth Injury Solicitors, please call our toll-free number 1800-844-104, or alternatively, you can fill out our online enquiry form. We are here to provide you with the guidance and legal representation you need during this challenging time.
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