Birth Injury

What Is the Difference Between Erb’s Palsy & Cerebral Palsy?

Published on September 20, 2022

The difference between Erb’s palsy and cerebral palsy (CP) is that a birth injury causes Erb’s palsy. Abnormal brain development can result in CP. Erb’s palsy is also a nerve condition, and CP is a cerebral motor cortex issue; however, both conditions affect muscle function. In this article, a Phoenix birth injury lawyer describes each Read More…

Can a Doctor Be Liable For Prolonged Labor?

Published on July 11, 2022

The labor and delivery process is incredibly difficult on a woman’s body. There are many things that can go wrong, including prolonged labor that adds continued stress to the body of the mother and child. However, can a doctor be held liable for prolonged labor that leads to injuries or illness of the mother or Read More…

Is a Child’s Birth Injury Considered Medical Malpractice?

Published on February 27, 2019

Birth injuries only occur in a small fraction of live births each year in the United States, but when they occur, they can result in a lifetime of struggles and economic hardships for a family. Attending physicians and prenatal care providers must ensure they meet the standard of care for every patient and properly monitor Read More…