Dallas Birth Injury And Cerebral Palsy Lawyer Advocating For Parents
Many parents are reluctant to seek legal help when they suspect that their child was injured at birth or died because of medical or nursing negligence. This feeling is understandable, but here is something you should know: Your child’s birth injury may require thousands of dollars in treatment for the rest of their life.
You should never be afraid to seek compensation for the damages resulting from a birth injury or cerebral palsy. I am James “Rusty” Tucker, and I am here to help you. For decades, I have served clients in Dallas and the surrounding area who experienced birth injuries, medical malpractice and other personal injuries. You can come to me at the Law Offices of James R. Tucker, P.C., for compassionate yet assertive service as I help you fight for justice after a birth injury.
What Are Birth Injuries, And What Causes Them?
Birth injuries refer to injuries or illnesses that occur during birth. However, birth injuries can also occur during pregnancy and shortly post-partum. At my Dallas law firm, I represent infants who have experienced birth injuries such as:
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Cerebral palsy: A neurological disorder that affects muscle coordination and movement, often requiring specialized care and therapy. A leading cause is oxygen deprivation during birth.
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Brain injuries: Trauma to the brain that can lead to significant changes in cognitive and physical abilities.
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Paralysis: Temporary or permanent paralysis can alter a person’s mobility and independence.
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Collarbone fractures: A break in the clavicle bone caused by direct impact to the shoulder area.
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Shoulder dystocia: When the baby’s shoulder becomes lodged behind the mother’s pelvic bone, delaying delivery.
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Brachial plexus palsy: When the nerves of the neck, arm and shoulder are injured, causing loss of movement.
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Oxygen deprivation: Often leads to developmental challenges, highlighting the importance of immediate medical attention.
Doctors, nurses, midwives and health care facilities can all contribute to birth trauma by taking negligent actions or by failing to act. Often, they fail to respond appropriately to unexpected bleeding, the umbilical cord cutting off the oxygen supply to the baby or other forms of fetal distress. In some cases, medical equipment can malfunction and medication errors or mistakes can be the cause of a birth injury as well.
A Proven Case Record Filled With Success
An infant was born prematurely and admitted to the NICU of a Dallas hospital. While the NICU was supposed to offer the highest standards of neonatal care to improve the infant’s health, it did the opposite. The infant caught a bacterial infection there, which caused alleged brain damage and the loss of an eye. These serious injuries will impact the child’s entire life, causing her to need extensive medical care, physical therapy and special resources.
Her parents turned to me for representation in an injury lawsuit. I obtained a substantial multimillion-dollar settlement for the baby that will be more than sufficient to provide for her medical care and therapy for life. Her parents no longer have to worry about the financial cost of their daughter’s care. They can make sure that she gets the treatment she needs for her health issues without any monetary constraints. I also represented several other infants who were infected in the NICU who collectively also received a substantial confidential multimillion-dollar settlement.
Contact A Dallas Birth Injury And Cerebral Palsy Lawyer
To talk with me about your child’s birth injury, call my Dallas law office at 214-617-2181 or contact me online. Consultations with a Dallas County birth injury attorney are free and confidential. I handle these types of cases on a contingent fee basis, meaning you owe me no legal fees or expenses unless I obtain a recovery for you.