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A brachial plexus injury harms the bundle of nerves in the shoulder that control the arm and hand. There are many kinds of brachial plexus injuries.

What Is a Brachial Plexus Injury?

A brachial plexus injury is an injury to the nerves in the shoulder that control the arm and the hand....

The long-term effects of shoulder dystocia depend on the level of damage done to the newborn's nerves in the shoulder.

What Are the Long-Term Effects of Shoulder Dystocia?

Shoulder dystocia occurs when a baby's shoulders become stuck behind the mother's pubic bone during delivery. While many babies who...

An umbilical cord prolapse happens when the umbilical cord drops before the baby does. This is a medical emergency.

What Is Umbilical Cord Prolapse?

Umbilical cord prolapse is a rare but serious complication that can occur during labor and delivery. It happens when the...

While there is no disease progress, cerebral palsy’s symptoms can get worse with age as they face new life challenges and move into adult independence.

Does Cerebral Palsy Get Worse With Age?

While cerebral palsy itself is a non-progressive disorder, meaning the initial brain injury doesn't worsen over time, the symptoms and...

Both Klumpke’s Palsy and Erb’s Palsy are caused by damage to the brachial nerve plexus, as shown here. The regions damaged create the differences.

What Is the Difference Between Klumpke’s Palsy and Erb’s Palsy?

Klumpke's and Erb's Palsy are brachial plexus injuries but affect different parts of this nerve network. The brachial plexus is...

$X-ray of a child’s skull fracture. Medical negligence is a common cause of infant skull fractures.$

What Are the Causes of Infant Skull Fractures?

Infant skull fractures can be caused by many factors, ranging from accidental injuries to underlying medical conditions. Accidental falls are...

A birth injury lawyer can help you understand if there are signs of cerebral palsy during pregnancy.

Can Cerebral Palsy Be Detected Before Birth?

Pregnancy is a joyful time, but it can also bring worries about your baby’s health. While signs of cerebral palsy...

A birth injury lawyer can help you understand the symptoms of HIE and if there was medical malpractice.

What Are the Symptoms of HIE?

HIE, or hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, can present with a variety of symptoms depending on the severity of the brain injury. HIE...

An HIE lawyer can help you understand the effects of brain hypoxia in newborns.

What Are the Effects of Brain Hypoxia in Newborns?

Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), also known as neonatal encephalopathy or brain hypoxia, is a serious condition caused by hypoxia in newborns....

A pregnant woman holds an ultrasound image of the baby. She is experiencing symptoms that could be linked to intrauterine fetal demise. A birth injury lawyer can tell you more about intrauterine fetal demise.

What Is Intrauterine Fetal Demise?

Intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD), commonly referred to as stillbirth, is the term used when a fetus dies in the womb...

A forceps used for delivery sits on a table. If your newborn experienced a birth injury caused by forceps delivery complications, a birth injury lawyer can hold the at-fault party accountable.

Birth Injuries Caused by Forceps Delivery Complications

The improper use of forceps during childbirth is a well-known cause of serious birth injuries like cerebral palsy. Forceps are...

The hands of a child with cerebral palsy exercises with a ball. Learn the cost to file a cerebral palsy lawsuit.

What does It Cost to File a Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit?

It is natural to wonder what the costs associated with filing a cerebral palsy lawsuit are, particularly after your kid...

Disabled girl with cerebral palsy sitting in a wheelchair. What evidence do you need for a cerebral palsy claim?

What Evidence do I Need to File a Cerebral Palsy Claim?

You may want to know what evidence you need if you are filing a cerebral palsy claim. The world feels...

A court seal on your lawsuit is part of the process for filing a cerebral palsy birth injury lawsuit.

What Is the Process for Filing a Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury Lawsuit?

Navigating the complex process of filing a cerebral palsy birth injury lawsuit requires understanding several key steps. If you wish...

What Is Hypotonia, or Floppy Infant Syndrome?

Hypotonia is a condition where the muscles lack tone. Muscles typically contract slightly, even when relaxed. This contraction makes them...

A baby is holding a clock, symbolizing the statute of limitations for cerebral palsy cases.

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Cerebral Palsy Claims?

The statute of limitations for cerebral palsy claims can vary based on the jurisdiction and the circumstances surrounding the case....

A birth injury lawyer holds a baby's hand. The legal professional investigates the medical mistake that caused cerebral palsy.

What Medical Mistakes Cause Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy (CP), a neurological disorder affecting movement and posture, can be linked to various medical mistakes during pregnancy, childbirth,...

A mother is playing with a baby diagnosed with cerebral palsy. A cerebral palsy lawyer can help file for compensation to cover medical expenses and more.

How Is Cerebral Palsy Diagnosed?

Typically, the cerebral palsy (CP) diagnosis process begins with parents or caregivers noticing developmental concerns in a child, such as...

A mother is playing with her baby after she called a birth injury lawyer to file a cerebral palsy lawsuit.

What Is a Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit?

A cerebral palsy lawsuit is a legal action taken by individuals or families who believe that the condition was caused...

A mother holds her baby diagnosed with cerebral palsy. A cerebral palsy lawyer will help them file for compensation.

When Should I Hire a Cerebral Palsy Lawyer?

If your child was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, you might have an uncertain journey ahead. However, you don't have to...

A baby with a birth injury holds a lawyer's finger. The attorney is investigating the cause of cerebral palsy.

What are the Causes of Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy (CP) can result from brain damage or abnormal development. While medical errors during birth can sometimes lead to...

A premature infant wearing a neonatal pulse oximeter to measure oxygen levels. Low oxygen may be the link between premature birth and ASD.

Is There a Link Between Premature Birth and Autistic Spectrum Disorder?

Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), informally known as autism, affects how people perceive the world and socialize with others. It has...

What Is Autistic Spectrum Disorder?

Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a condition related to the brain that changes how a person perceives sensory...

What are Signs and Symptoms of Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)?

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy is a medical emergency usually found in newborns. When doctors miss the signs and symptoms of HIE, babies...

How do Physicians Handle Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)?

Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy is an extremely dangerous birth injury caused by a lack of blood or oxygen to the brain. The...

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Why Hire a Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) Lawyer?

If your child has suffered from HIE and you believe you have a malpractice claim, should you try to approach...

You have only a small window of time to claim your compensation. Do you know when you should hire a birth injury lawyer?

When Should I Hire A Birth Injury Lawyer?

If you’re seeking help for your child after a birth injury, you may wonder when you should hire a birth...

What Causes Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)?

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, or HIE, is an extremely dangerous birth injury. About 20-50% of cases kill babies. The survivors are often...

What Causes Frog Legs in Babies?

In the "frog leg" position, the baby's knees are bent, and the thighs are splayed apart, creating a wide angle...

What Is Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)?

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, or HIE, is a form of brain damage that happens when the brain cannot get enough oxygen or...