The birth of a child should be a time of celebration, not tragedy. But when doctors, nurses, or hospitals make preventable mistakes, the consequences can change a family’s life forever. If your baby suffered a birth injury in Summerville, Ladson, or anywhere in Dorchester County, your family may be entitled to compensation.
At Ted Law Firm, we help parents hold medical professionals accountable. We pursue justice for children harmed during delivery—and fight for the resources families need to move forward.
What Is a Birth Injury?
A birth injury is physical harm to a newborn that occurs before, during, or shortly after delivery. Some injuries are temporary. Others result in permanent disability.
We represent families in cases involving:
- Cerebral palsy
- Brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s palsy)
- Brain damage due to oxygen deprivation (hypoxia)
- Spinal cord trauma
- Facial paralysis from forceps or vacuum use
- Skull fractures or hemorrhaging
- Shoulder dystocia and nerve injuries
If something went wrong during labor or delivery, and your child now faces long-term challenges, we can help uncover what happened—and why.
How Medical Negligence Causes Birth Injuries
Birth injuries often result from failure to monitor or respond to complications during labor.
Examples of negligence include:
- Delayed decision to perform a C-section
- Misreading fetal distress on heart rate monitors
- Improper use of delivery tools like forceps or vacuums
- Failure to treat infections or manage high-risk pregnancies
- Administering incorrect medication during labor
We review medical records and consult experts to determine whether your child’s injuries were preventable.
Who Can File a Birth Injury Lawsuit in South Carolina?
A parent or legal guardian can file a birth injury lawsuit on behalf of the child. In some cases, parents can also seek compensation for their own financial losses and emotional harm.
A birth injury claim may include compensation for:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Special education and home care needs
- Loss of future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Lifelong care and support
We help families secure financial stability and access to the care their child will need for years to come.
Why Birth Injury Cases Are Complex
Birth injury claims involve:
- Medical records from prenatal care through delivery
- Expert testimony from OB/GYNs, neonatologists, and pediatric neurologists
- Complex damages, including projected care costs and long-term life planning
At Ted Law Firm, we take on the burden of investigation, litigation, and negotiation so your family can focus on your child.
Talk to a Summerville Birth Injury Lawyer Today
If your child suffered a preventable injury during birth, we’re here to help. Let us review your case, explain your legal options, and fight for the care your family needs. We proudly serve clients across all of South Carolina and Georgia including Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Atlanta. No matter where you are in either state, we’re here to help. And remember: you don’t pay a dime unless we win your case. There’s no risk just experienced support from a team you can trust. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
