New Jersey C-Section Errors Lawyer
If an emergency arises during a cesarean section (C-section), the doctor or surgeon in charge of the medical procedure should act reasonably and appropriately to mitigate patient harm as much as possible. Health care providers are expected to use proper care to prevent harm to mother and baby during delivery.
If the correct standards are not met, you may have the right to pursue financial compensation for related birth trauma through a medical malpractice claim in New Jersey. Contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Hasson, P.C. for a free evaluation of your potential case to learn more.
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- Our legal team brings together over 90 years of experience in New Jersey personal injury, medical malpractice and birth injury law.
- We understand the nuances of C-section error cases and how to maximize case outcomes when going up against negligent doctors. We have recovered millions on behalf of our clients.
- We take medical malpractice cases in New Jersey on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no legal fees until we win.
What Is a C-Section Error?
A C-section is an important and often lifesaving medical procedure that is performed when a vaginal delivery is not a viable option for the mother or child. A C-section error refers to a preventable mistake involving the decision to perform a C-section, the timeliness of a C-section recommendation in a birth emergency, the surgical procedure itself or the patient’s follow-up care after the C-section.
Types of C-Section Errors Traced Back to Medical Malpractice
C-sections carry known medical risks, such as surgical complications and infections, even when the surgeons and health care providers involved meet the expected standards of care. If a medical practitioner deviates from the standard of care (professional negligence), however, this dramatically increases the odds of medical risks, maternal injuries, birth injuries and deaths.
Examples of C-section errors often connected to medical negligence include delayed C-section recommendation, intubation errors, anesthesia mistakes, failure to monitor, failure to perform a C-section and surgical mistakes during the procedure. These issues can lead to serious injuries such as internal bleeding or hemorrhaging, brain damage, cerebral palsy, oxygen deprivation, bowel perforation, infection, and death.
Financial Compensation Available for a C-Section Error in New Jersey
C-section errors are grave examples of medical malpractice that can have myriad consequences for the victim. If you have been hurt or negatively impacted by a C-section error in New Jersey, you may be eligible for financial compensation through a medical malpractice claim against the at-fault party.
Recoverable damages may include past and future medical bills, necessary revision surgeries, lost wages, permanent disability and lost capacity to earn, pain and suffering, emotional and psychological trauma, and wrongful death (for fatal C-section errors). Before you accept a settlement from a health care provider’s insurance company, consult with an attorney.
Request Your Free Birth Injury Case Review in New Jersey Today
The birth of a child should be a beautiful experience and a joyous occasion. Unfortunately, medical malpractice in New Jersey has the potential to jeopardize the lives of both mother and baby through dangerous mistakes such as C-section errors.
If you or a loved one is a victim of this type of medical error, contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Hasson, P.C. for a free consultation with one of our lawyers about your potential injury case. We will review your situation and offer personalized legal advice at no cost or obligation to hire us. Call (201) 645-4374 today.