Alabama Delivery Room Error Attorneys

Inside a delivery room, one will find various healthcare professionals working to bring a child into the world. Each of them must follow and maintain strict standards of care while working. Failing to do so puts the mother and unborn child at risk of injury and death. Tragically, delivery room errors are not uncommon, and mothers and children sometimes suffer varying degrees of complications.

If this is your situation, the grief and financial burdens associated with your case can be overwhelming. Fortunately, our Alabama delivery room error lawyer can help you get justice through compensation for your losses.

We’ll explore every available legal avenue to protect your rights and interests in your case.

Let us get to work on your case. Dial (251)-444-7000 to schedule a free consultation with our Alabama delivery room error attorney now.

Understanding Delivery Room Errors

What Are Delivery Room Errors?

Delivery room errors are mistakes that happen during the birthing process and often result from a medical practitioner’s negligence. These errors may cause devastating, life-changing injuries for the mother and child. Common delivery room errors include:

• Improper fetal monitoring
• Negligent handling of the child
• Negligent performance of surgical and other delivery procedures
• Negligent use of forceps
• Negligent use of vacuum equipment
• Improper administration of epidural
• Failure to act to prevent or treat emergency conditions, such as birth asphyxia
• Improperly trained doctors or staff
• Improper supervision or failure to supervise
• Lack of essential safety equipment and medical tools
• Facility negligence.

Compensation for Delivery Errors

What Damages Am I Entitled to

You may receive economic or non-economic damages for injuries caused by a delivery room error. Economic damages typically caused by delivery room errors include:

• Financial losses incurred due to medical bills
• Financial hardships caused by loss of income and employment
• Financial losses from the need to hire domestic homecare workers.

Non-economic damages, although not traditionally calculable, will also form part of your claim. They include damages that are intangible but real all the same, such as:

• Physical pain
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Emotional distress.

In less common cases, victims of delivery room errors may also have access to punitive damages. Punitive damages make an example of the negligent person’s conduct and are only available when particularly egregious behavior is involved.

Why Choose Us?

We Know How to Hold Medical Professionals Accountable

Caldwell Wenzell & Asthana, PC, has a track record of successfully helping thousands of clients seek and obtain compensation for delivery room errors. Our attorneys will hold accountable the medical professionals responsible for failing to adhere to the required standards of care.

When you work with the delivery room error lawyers from our firm, you get:

• Representation from industry-respected attorneys
• A legal team with a history of recovering millions of dollars for clients
• Peace of mind that your affairs are in good hands
• Direct contact with the legal team, 24/7.

We do not put up with substandard compensation offers from insurance companies and will go to trial anytime the situation requires.

Furthermore, our delivery room error lawyers manage every aspect of your case, crafting the appropriate strategies to get you the highest compensation award possible. We give our clients  the opportunity to heal in peace while we take care of all the details, including:

• Document drafting and filing
• Investigating the circumstances of the delivery room errors and injuries
• Contacting the appropriate medical experts for testimony
• Fiercely negotiating for a worthy compensation payout.

You have an ally in Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana, PC. Call (251) 444-7000 now if you need to speak with one of our Alabama delivery room error attorneys.

Frequently Asked Questions

These are the questions we often receive regarding delivery room error cases in Alabama:

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Delivery Room Error-Based Claims in Alabama?

The statute of limitations for claims based on delivery room errors depends on who is filing the lawsuit. If the claim is filed by the parents, they have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. On the other hand, if the child is the plaintiff, they have until their eighth birthday to take legal action.

Can I Afford a Delivery Room Error Lawyer?

Yes. If you need to hire an Alabama delivery room error lawyer, you will not be required to pay to get your case started. Your delivery room error lawyer receives their fees at the end of the case and only if they successfully recover compensation.

How Long Do Delivery Room Error Claims Take to Settle?

Delivery room error claims can take between a couple of months and a few years. The complexity of the case is a determining factor in how long a claim takes. Generally, the more straightforward a case is, the more quickly it is likely to be settled.

Who Is at Fault in a Delivery Room Error Case?

Numerous healthcare providers, such as OB/GYNs, nurses, neonatal physicians, anesthesiologists, and others can be liable for a delivery room error. The hospital or birthing center can also be held vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees. Our Alabama delivery room error attorneys consult with leading medical professionals to pinpoint negligent actions and their effects.

How Much Compensation Might I Get for a Delivery Room Error Claim?

Compensation for losses caused by delivery room errors can vary greatly from case to case. Generally, the more serious the injuries, the more compensation is available. However, other factors play into how much compensation you receive. These include whether you have an experienced delivery room error attorney representing you and the strength of the evidence.

Do you have more questions about getting compensation for delivery room errors? Our delivery room error lawyers are always ready to help when you reach out to us.

Get Justice for Your Losses

Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana, PC, Delivery Room Error Attorneys Are Here to Help

You have the right to expect delivery room professionals to maintain accepted and well-defined standards of care. When one or more are negligent, contact the delivery room error attorneys at Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana for help.

Call (251) 444-7000 for a free consultation now.