Whether your child is facing the devastating consequences of a shoulder dystocia injury or brain or neurological damage associated with a lack of oxygen, you know that a birth injury has long-term consequences for babies and their families. In some cases, signs and symptoms of birth injuries can appear after a child has gone home from the hospital. In other cases, the baby may have an extended hospital stay before he or she can go home. Many types of birth injuries can leave children with permanent life-long disabilities. From brain damage and cognitive issues to delays in speech and problems with motor skills, birth injuries are nothing short of overwhelming and heartbreaking for new parents.

Expenses Associated With Labor and Delivery Negligence

The expenses associated with labor and delivery negligence can be astronomical. The initial hospital stay and delivery expenses are just the tip of the iceberg for babies who suffer from birth injuries. This is just the beginning of what could be potentially life-long medical costs. It will be important to sit down with your lawyer to talk about a long-term plan for medical expenses. You will need to take into account what could potentially be a variety of surgical or medical appointments, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medications, medical devices and a variety of other medical costs that could skyrocket over a child’s lifetime. In cases of severe birth injuries, it may be necessary to obtain permanent or long-term in-home care or hospitalization. For many families, it may be necessary for one parent to stay home permanently to take care of the child, sacrificing an income.