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Birth injuries can happen when doctors or nurses do not give proper medical care during labor and delivery. Some of these injuries, like Erb’s palsy or shoulder dystocia injury, can affect a child’s life forever. These conditions often happen when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck in the birth canal and medical professionals fail to act […]
When you hold your newborn for the first time, you expect to see ten tiny fingers grasping yours with strength and vitality. Discovering that your baby cannot move one arm can be terrifying and heartbreaking. Brachial plexus injuries affect the network of nerves that control arm and hand movement, and many of these devastating injuries […]
Forceps-assisted deliveries have been used for generations to help babies through difficult births. These metal instruments resemble large tongs and allow physicians to guide a baby's head through the birth canal when complications arise. While forceps can be valuable tools in experienced hands, improper use frequently causes serious and permanent injuries to newborns. At Conboy […]
Vacuum-assisted deliveries can be lifesaving tools when used properly by skilled physicians. However, when doctors apply these instruments incorrectly or use them in inappropriate situations, they can cause devastating injuries to newborns. These preventable birth injuries often result from medical negligence that violates established standards of care in Illinois. At Conboy Law Injury & Medical […]
The birth of a child should be one of life's most joyful moments. When medical errors during delivery cause harm to your newborn, that joy can quickly turn to fear and confusion. A cephalohematoma is a type of birth injury that appears as swelling on your baby's head. While some cases resolve on their own, […]
