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The birth of a child should be one of life’s most joyful moments, but when medical negligence causes injury to a newborn or mother, that joy can turn into fear, heartbreak, and overwhelming uncertainty. Birth injuries can lead to lifelong disabilities, high medical expenses, and emotional devastation for families.
At Ted Law Firm, our Orangeburg birth injury attorneys help families affected by preventable medical mistakes secure justice, answers, and the financial support needed to care for their child’s future.
Why Choose Us for Your Birth Injury Case
- We focus on birth trauma, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injury cases.
- We understand the Orangeburg healthcare landscape, including RMC (Regional Medical Center), local birthing units, and OB/GYN practices.
- We work with pediatric neurologists, obstetric specialists, and life-care planners to build strong, evidence-backed cases.
- We provide a free consultation, and you pay nothing unless we win.
- We support families with compassion, transparency, and unwavering advocacy.
Common Birth Injury Scenarios in Orangeburg
Birth injuries frequently result from preventable medical errors, including:
Delayed or Failed C-Section
Failure to timely perform a C-section during fetal distress.
Failure to Monitor Fetal Heart Distress
Ignoring abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, oxygen loss, or maternal warnings.
Improper Use of Forceps or Vacuum Extractor
Causing skull fractures, brain bleeds, and nerve damage.
Shoulder Dystocia Mismanagement
Leading to brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s palsy) or permanent arm weakness.
Oxygen Deprivation (Birth Asphyxia / HIE)
Often resulting in cerebral palsy or long-term neurological disabilities.
Maternal Complications
Failure to treat preeclampsia, infection, hemorrhage, or gestational diabetes.
Medication, Anesthesia, or Labor-Induction Errors
Inadequate Neonatal Resuscitation
Delayed care can lead to permanent injury or wrongful death.
What Is a Birth Injury Claim in South Carolina?
A birth injury claim is a legal action filed when negligence during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or newborn care causes harm to a child or mother.
To succeed, families must prove:
- The provider deviated from medical standards
- That deviation directly caused injury
- The injury resulted in meaningful damages (medical, emotional, or financial)
Birth injury claims may compensate for:
- Lifetime medical costs
- Surgery & future treatments
- Therapies & early intervention
- Special education needs
- Lost future earning capacity
- Emotional distress
- Wrongful death damages
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Liable parties may include:
- OB/GYN physicians
- Delivery nurses
- Neonatal care teams
- Hospitals & birthing centers
- Midwives & anesthesiologists
- Medical device manufacturers
- Emergency medical staff
We conduct a full investigation to identify all negligent parties.
Common Birth Injury Conditions & Long-Term Effects
Birth injuries often cause life-long medical challenges, such as:
- Cerebral palsy
- Seizure disorders
- Developmental delays
- Motor impairment
- Cognitive disabilities
- Feeding issues
- Breathing complications
- Orthopedic limitations
- Paralysis
- Long-term neurological damage
- Wrongful death
Families may face decades of medical, emotional, and financial strain.
What to Do After a Birth Injury in Orangeburg
- Request ALL medical records from labor, delivery, and neonatal care.
- Preserve fetal monitoring strips, ultrasounds, and physician notes.
- Document symptoms, treatments, and medical opinions.
- Follow up with pediatric specialists immediately.
- Do not sign hospital forms or waivers without legal review.
- Keep a journal of your child’s development, delays, and medical needs.
- Contact Ted Law Firm early legal involvement is crucial for malpractice cases.
Damages You May Recover
Families may be entitled to compensation for:
Economic Losses
- NICU & hospital care
- Surgeries & future medical procedures
- Physical & occupational therapy
- In-home care needs
- Specialized equipment
- Medications
- Lifelong care plans
- Lost earning potential
Non-Economic Losses
- Pain & suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Parental emotional trauma
Wrongful Death Damages
In tragic cases where negligence causes the death of a newborn or mother.
Deadlines & Legal Considerations in SC
- Most medical malpractice cases must be filed within 3 years.
- Claims involving government hospitals may have 2-year deadlines.
- Minor tolling rules may extend deadlines for children.
- Expert affidavits are required under SC medical malpractice law.
- Early record preservation is essential delays can reduce case strength.
Why Acting Quickly Matters
- Fetal monitoring strips may be overwritten
- Medical records may become harder to obtain
- Staff changes occur rapidly
- Witness memories fade
- Hospital legal teams act immediately after adverse events
- Early legal intervention preserves critical evidence
Birth injury claims demand swift action.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What qualifies as a birth injury in SC?
Any injury caused by negligent medical care before, during, or shortly after birth.
2. Can birth injuries be discovered months later?
Yes, many are not immediately visible and may surface over time.
3. How long do I have to file a claim?
Typically 3 years, though exceptions exist.
4. Can I recover compensation for lifelong care?
Yes, compensation may include lifetime therapy, surgeries, and support.
5. Do I need medical experts?
Yes, SC law requires expert testimony for malpractice cases.
6. What if the injury occurred during a C-section?
Negligent C-section delays or errors can justify claims.
7. How do I obtain hospital records?
Your attorney requests them directly and ensures preservation.
8. Can I sue a government hospital?
Yes, but special 2-year deadlines may apply.
9. Does a birth injury qualify for wrongful death?
Yes, if negligence leads to a newborn or maternal death.
10. What does hiring your firm cost?
Nothing upfront, you pay nothing unless we win.
Contact Us Orangeburg Birth Injury Lawyers
If your child or loved one suffered a preventable birth injury in Orangeburg or the surrounding region, you deserve answers, justice, and financial support for long-term care needs.
At Ted Law Firm, we fight for families impacted by medical negligence, and we don’t stop until you receive the compensation you deserve.
Call today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
