Compensation for pregnancy and birth injuries
Pregnancy and birth Injuries can happen to either the mother or child before, during or after the delivery of the baby. Birth injuries can be life-changing and often very traumatic for the injured person and their family.
At Nelsons, our experienced team of medical negligence solicitors in Derby, Leicester, and Nottingham investigate and successfully pursues birth injury claims for children and mothers injured during childbirth.
For advice, call us on 0800 024 1976 or complete our online enquiry form.
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How our solicitors can help with birth injury claims
We can advise and provide representation on claims involving various types of injuries sustained during childbirth, including but not limited to:
- Cerebral palsy
- Erb’s palsy
- Stillbirth
- Injuries to the baby whilst in the Neonatal Unit
- Neonatal death
- Damage to the mother’s pelvic area, bowel or bladder
- Maternal death
When birth injuries occur, the causes can often be a result of:
- A failure to provide the mother with adequate antenatal screening and care
- A failure to diagnose pre-eclampsia
- Inappropriate use of forceps or ventouse resulting in damage to the baby or the mother
- The baby’s shoulder becomes stuck (shoulder dystocia) causing injury to the baby’s brachial plexus
- Delays in delivery causing the baby to be deprived of oxygen
- A failure to diagnose or treat low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) in the baby
- A failure to diagnose or treat jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia and kernicterus) in the baby
Watch our video on maternity claims, presented by Matthew Olner and Carolle White from our Medical Negligence team…
Why Choose Nelsons?
Our expert team is recognised by The Law Society, the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), Headway, The Foundation for Infant Loss Training, Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 for our work involving injured babies and children.- We are one of a few specialist firms that are still able to offer Legal Aid in cases involving babies and also provide no win, no fee services.
- We have clients based all over the country and we are always happy to visit clients in hospitals or their own homes.
- We instruct the most experienced independent medical experts, who will review your medical records and comment on the standard of care that you received and whether this was negligent in causing you injury. We use highly experienced barristers who we may instruct to work with us on your claim.
- When it comes to valuing your claim we often instruct a number of independent experts who will comment on the nature and extent of your injuries, your future prognosis and your short and long-term needs.
- Often in these cases, the Court will order that the injured person should receive a lump sum payment of compensation plus an amount each year (periodical payments) for the rest of their life, to ensure that their ongoing needs are met. We achieved what was believed at the time to be the highest award of periodical payments ever to be made by the NHS Litigation Authority to an injured patient in one such case.
To find out more about pregnancy and birth injury claims, please contact us to discuss how our medical negligence solicitors in Derby, Leicester and Nottingham can help you.
For a quick response to your enquiry, call us or complete our online enquiry form.
Meet the team
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Matthew OlnerPartner & Solicitor
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Pregnancy & Birth Injuries FAQS
Below, we have answered some frequently asked questions concerning pregnancy & birth injuries
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What is a pregnancy or birth injury claim?
A pregnancy or birth injury claim involves seeking compensation for injuries sustained by the mother or baby due to medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery. This can include physical injuries, psychological trauma, or complications arising from improper medical care.
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Who can make a pregnancy or birth injury claim?
Parents or legal guardians can make a claim on behalf of their child if they believe medical negligence caused an injury during pregnancy or birth. Mothers can also make claims for injuries they personally sustained due to negligent medical care.
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What types of injuries can be claimed for?
Claims can be made for a variety of injuries, including but not limited to:
- Cerebral palsy
- Erb’s palsy
- Brain injuries
- Fractures
- Maternal injuries such as perineal tears or uterine rupture
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How long do I have to make a claim?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the injury or from when you first became aware of the injury to make a claim. For children, the three-year period begins on their 18th birthday, giving them until they turn 21 to make a claim.
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What is the process for making a claim?
The process typically involves:
- Initial Consultation: Discuss your case with one of our experienced solicitors.
- Investigation: We will gather medical records and expert opinions to build your case.
- Claim Submission: We will submit your claim to the responsible party.
- Negotiation: We will negotiate on your behalf to secure a fair settlement.
- Resolution: If necessary, we will represent you in court to achieve the best possible outcome.
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How much compensation can I expect?
The amount of compensation varies depending on the severity of the injury and its impact on your life. Compensation can cover medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, loss of earnings, and pain and suffering.
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How much will it cost to make a claim?
We offer a range of funding options, including no win, no fee arrangements. During your initial consultation, we will discuss the best funding option for your situation.
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