Birth Injuries

The prospect of a newborn baby being injured during or after the birthing process is a frightening thing to contemplate. Often such injuries are unavoidable, but in many cases injuries are caused by doctor, nurse or hospital neglect. Unfortunately, more than 100,000 babies suffer injuries each year due to negligence. 

clearwaterbirthinjurySome birth injuries are immediately obvious, while others can take years to fully materialize. Injuries can range from mild to severe  and their causes can often be unclear.  Medical staff are often evasive when discussing the details of an injury and parents often feel uncomfortable pressing for answers.

Some common causes of birth injuries are: inadequate response to complications during the delivery, failure to correct apnea, procedures performed by unqualified staff, delay in performing a cesarean, use of excessive force, failure to identify fetal distress and improper handling.

If you or a loved one suspects that a birth injury was caused by negligence it is important that you speak with a birth injury attorney as soon as possible. Stinnette Law is happy to provide you with a free consultation in order to discuss your case. We will answer your questions and work to uncover    the circumstances surrounding the injury. We can help you determine if there are potential long term consequences and refer you to a medical specialist who can help.

It’s OK to ask for help. At Stinnette Law, we know that asking for help can be a difficult thing to do. Often, people feel uncomfortable contacting a lawyer or filing a lawsuit, and we understand that taking that first step may be a difficult choice. That is why we go to great lengths to ensure that each subsequent step you take with us is as easy as possible. Remember, you have a right to be fairly compensated for your losses, and we can help you recoup your damages as painlessly as possible.

Please call us today to schedule a free consultation. At Stinnette Law, we are committed to representing you and your best interests. Let us help you. Dunedin Birth Injury Attorney