For many parents, welcoming a new life is a joyous occasion. They often trust medical professionals during this critical moment. So, when a doctor fails to perform a timely cesarean section, the results are often a heart-wrenching reality that some families must face.
Delayed C-section has a life-altering impact
Medical malpractice happens when health care providers do not fulfill their duty to deliver appropriate care to a patient and that patient sustains an injury. Delayed C-sections can result from:
- Misinterpreting fetal distress signals
- Failing to monitor the mother’s and baby’s vital signs
- Inadequate staffing or delays in assembling the surgical team
- Prioritizing vaginal delivery over a necessary C-section
Birth injuries from delayed cesarean can lead to brain damage, cerebral palsy, developmental delays and stillbirth. All these carry potential lifelong consequences not only to the child but also to the entire family.
Do not let medical negligence go unchecked
If you believe medical malpractice occurred, you can seek compensation for your and your loved one’s injuries under personal injury laws. You have three years from when the medical malpractice happened, to file a claim.
If successful, you may be able to receive financial compensation capped at $750,000, excluding past and future medical care costs, for payment of lost income, and pain and suffering. This is incredibly essential as your family heals from such tragedy.
Proving that a delayed C-section caused the injury often requires extensive medical knowledge and legal experience. It is best to consult a lawyer who is well-versed in New Mexico’s medical malpractice laws. Your family’s future may depend on the actions you take.