Compassionate Legal Support for Parents and Guardians
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we understand that the birth of a child should be a joyous occasion.
Unfortunately, medical negligence and errors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery can lead to devastating birth injuries that impact your child’s health and future. In some cases, these injuries can even lead to death.
These injuries are often preventable, making them even more tragic. If your child has suffered a birth injury, you may have the right to pursue compensation to secure their future and hold negligent medical professionals accountable.
Our compassionate North Carolina birth injury attorneys and staff are committed to seeking justice for families impacted by these heartbreaking situations. We offer a FREE, no-obligation case review, and you won't pay any upfront costs or attorney fees unless we win your case — and you receive compensation.
Please call 1-800-525-7111 to speak with an experienced birth injury attorney about a potential claim or lawsuit today.
What Is a Birth Injury?
A birth injury occurs when a child is harmed during pregnancy, labor, or delivery due to improper medical care or negligence. While some birth injuries may resolve with time, others cause permanent disabilities, requiring lifelong medical care and support.
Birth injuries can also affect the mother, leading to severe complications or, in the worst cases, maternal death.
Common Birth Injuries We Handle
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we have experience handling cases involving a range of birth injuries, including but not limited to:
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy often results from brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation during labor and delivery. This condition affects movement, muscle tone, and coordination, and it can lead to significant physical and developmental challenges.
Erb’s Palsy
Erb’s palsy occurs when the brachial plexus—the network of nerves responsible for arm and shoulder movement—is damaged during delivery. This injury is often caused by excessive pulling or improper techniques used during a difficult birth.
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
HIE is a serious brain injury caused by oxygen deprivation and limited blood flow during birth. It can result in cognitive impairments, developmental delays, or other severe disabilities.
Infant Brain Damage
Trauma or oxygen deprivation during delivery can lead to permanent brain damage, affecting your child’s ability to think, move, or live independently.
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Brachial plexus injuries involve damage to the nerves connecting the spine to the arm. These injuries can result in paralysis, limited mobility, or chronic pain.
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Complications Leading to Birth Injuries
Certain maternal or pregnancy-related conditions, when not properly managed, can lead to birth injuries.
We represent clients affected by complications such as:
- Preeclampsia: This condition, marked by high blood pressure during pregnancy, requires careful monitoring and timely intervention to prevent harm to the mother and baby.
- Uterine Rupture: A rare but serious condition where the uterus tears, often due to improper monitoring or failure to perform a timely C-section.
- Gestational Diabetes: Failure to manage gestational diabetes can lead to excessive fetal growth, increasing the risk of injuries during delivery.
- Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD): This occurs when the baby’s head is too large to pass through the mother’s pelvis, necessitating a C-section or other interventions.
Other birth injuries and conditions may qualify for a birth injury claim or lawsuit, as well.
Don't wait — please call 1-800-525-7111 and let's review your case. Our compassionate birth injury attorneys and staff are standing by.
"This settlement changed me and my family's lives." - Linda B., Riddle & Riddle client
How Birth Injuries Happen
Birth injuries sometimes occur due to negligence by healthcare providers. Some of the most common causes include:
- Failure to Monitor Fetal Distress: Medical teams must carefully monitor the baby’s heart rate for signs of distress during labor. Delayed responses can result in oxygen deprivation and permanent injuries.
- Improper Use of Delivery Tools: Forceps or vacuum extractors, if used incorrectly, can cause head trauma, nerve damage, or brain injuries.
- Failure to Perform a Timely C-Section: In cases of prolonged labor or fetal distress, an emergency C-section is often required to prevent harm to the baby and mother. Delayed decisions can result in life-threatening complications.
- Medication Errors: Incorrect administration of labor-inducing drugs or anesthesia can lead to dangerous complications.
- Inadequate Prenatal Care: Failure to diagnose and treat conditions like gestational diabetes or preeclampsia can have serious consequences.
If your infant has endured injury or death potentially cause by medical negligence, we are here to help however we can.
Please call our compassionate birth injury lawyers today for a free case review at 1-800-525-7111, or complete the fast and easy form.
Medical Malpractice in Birth Injury Cases
Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care expected in their profession, resulting in harm to the patient. Birth injuries sometimes stem from errors that could have been avoided with proper care and attention.
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we are committed to holding negligent medical professionals accountable for their actions.
Maternal Death and Birth Injury
In addition to injuries to the baby, medical negligence can lead to severe complications or death for the mother. Conditions like hemorrhage, uterine rupture, or preeclampsia require immediate attention to prevent tragedy.
If your family has experienced the loss of a loved one due to maternal death during childbirth, we may be able to help.
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How We Can Help
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we know that dealing with a birth injury can feel overwhelming. That’s why we are here to guide you through every step of the legal process.
Our compassionate team will:
- Investigate Your Case: We will thoroughly examine medical records, consult with experts, and gather evidence to determine if negligence caused the injury.
- Advocate for Your Family: If your case qualifies and you decide to hire us, we will fight to secure the compensation you deserve for medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost income, and pain and suffering.
- Provide Support and Guidance: We are here to answer your questions and provide the compassionate support your family needs during this challenging time.
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Compensation in Birth Injury Cases
Compensation in birth injury lawsuits can help cover:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Costs of rehabilitation and therapy
- Specialized equipment and home modifications
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of income (for parents or guardians)
- Emotional distress
Why Choose Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers?
When it comes to birth injury cases, experience and dedication matter. At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we are known for our:
- Extensive Experience: Our attorneys have years of experience handling complex injury cases. Our lawyers have over 160 years of combined legal experience, supported by a dedicated team of paralegals, case managers, and investigators.
- Commitment to Families: We treat every case with the care and compassion it deserves, understanding the immense challenges your family faces. At Riddle & Riddle, we pride ourselves on treating clients like family.
- Proven Results: We have a track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for families. Since 2000 alone, our attorneys have recovered over $800 million in compensation for our deserving clients (see disclaimer below).
"They turned a heartbreaking situation completely around." -Tonya Taylor, Riddle & Riddle client
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, you don’t have to face this journey alone.
Contact Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers today for a free, no-obligation case review.
We will listen to your story, explain your legal options, and help you take the first step toward justice and recovery.
If for any reason we're unable to help, we will do our best to refer you to a resource that can.
Call us now at 1-800-525-7111 or use the online chat feature to schedule your free case review.
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