Count on Our Philadelphia Pre-Birth Negligence Attorney to Represent You
It is critical for everyone to have access to reliable prenatal care, and when you arrive for your pregnancy visits, you expect your doctor to do everything he or she can to take care of you and your unborn child. If something goes wrong during the pregnancy or delivery process, there is a chance that prenatal care negligence could be involved.
At Wapner Newman, we believe that the vast majority of doctors are amazing medical professionals who would do anything to help their patients; however, we also understand that mistakes can happen, and if the mistake was not your fault, you should not be responsible for the financial ramifications of that accident.
A pre-birth negligence lawyer from our team would be honored to represent you. Learn more about prenatal negligence below and rely on our prenatal negligence lawyers in Philadelphia to represent you.
Contact us today to schedule a free case consultation at (215) 569-0900.
Why Choose Us?
You might be wondering, why should you rely on our prenatal care medical malpractice lawyers to represent you? Some of the reasons why you should work with our team include:
- Network: We have an extensive network that we can rely on, and that includes experts who can review your case to see if the doctor missed something or deviated from the best practices of the field.
- Ratings: We have many positive client testimonials and ratings that show just how happy they are with the representation they received. We can provide you with quality representation as well.
- Previous verdicts and settlements: We believe that it is important for you to see what we can do, and that is why we encourage you to look at our previous case results. We may be able to achieve a similar verdict for you.
- Care and compassion: We understand that lifelong complications could result from medical negligence that takes place during the prenatal and perinatal periods, and we will treat you with the care and compassion that you deserve.
If you have concerns about the care that you received during your pregnancy, reach out to our team for help.
Examples of Medical Malpractice and Negligence During the Prenatal Period
You might be wondering what a few common examples of medical malpractice and negligence that take place during the prenatal period might include. Just because the pregnancy does not turn out as expected doesn’t necessarily mean that medical malpractice or negligence played a role.
The following are a few common examples of medical malpractice and negligence that could take place during pregnancy.
Gestational Diabetes
A significant percentage of women develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy. It has to be appropriately treated, as excess glucose could travel through the placenta to the unborn child, leading to significant complications.
If the doctor is late in recognizing the development of this condition, it could lead to complications that could have otherwise been avoided. A few common examples of complications include childhood obesity and metabolic issues. We can take a look at your case to see if the doctor should have recognized signs of gestational diabetes earlier.
Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is one of the most common complications that develops during pregnancy, and it is also one of the most serious. A significant percentage of women also develop this complication, and it usually takes place during the second or third trimester.
This condition can cause a variety of symptoms, including high blood pressure, vision problems, vomiting, and respiratory distress. It is critical for doctors to recognize this condition as quickly as possible because it could progress to full-blown eclampsia, which is a medical emergency.
We can take a look at your case to see if the doctor failed to recognize signs of preeclampsia early enough. Then, if you were harmed, we may be able to pursue compensation on your behalf.
Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that develops outside of the uterus. This is not that unusual, but other issues are still commonly misdiagnosed as an ectopic pregnancy. For example, there are some situations where the doctor may believe that there is an ectopic pregnancy when the pregnancy is actually in the womb. This can be absolutely devastating for the mother and the unborn child, as medications could be mistakenly prescribed to halt the pregnancy.
There are other situations where the doctor may miss an ectopic pregnancy that is actually present. If pregnancy is allowed to progress, it could lead to serious medical complications, as it could rupture the fallopian tubes or other surrounding organs.
What Should You Do if You Believe Medical Negligence Took Place During Your Pregnancy?
If you believe medical negligence has taken place during your pregnancy, you might be wondering what you should do next. The following are a few of the most important steps to take.
- Seek medical care: While you may be a bit nervous about seeking medical care after you have experienced significant complications, it is critical for you to see a doctor as quickly as possible. There might be significant complications that need to be addressed, and if you delay your care, you could develop permanent complications.
- Collect all evidence available: You should also try to collect as much evidence as possible from your case. For example, you might want to ask for a copy of your medical records, as you might need them to support your claim. You should also try to save any bills, invoices, and correspondence you may have with the insurance company, the hospital, or the doctor.
- Schedule a free case consultation: Finally, you need to schedule a free case consultation with a lawyer who specializes in this area. A Wapner Newman, we would be happy to review your case to see if you deserve compensation.
If prenatal negligence contributed to damages in any way, you may be able to recover compensation through a medical negligence or personal injury claim.
Give us a call to schedule a free case consultation at (215) 569-0900.
How We Can Help You
At Wapner Newman, there are several ways we can help you if you or your unborn child were injured due to medical negligence. Take a look at a few examples:
- We can always start with a comprehensive review of your medical records. We need to talk to experts in the field, such as other doctors, to see if mistakes were made.
- We can subpoena documents and depose witnesses related to your case to make sure we collect as much evidence as possible.
- We can translate legal jargon in a way you understand, allowing you to make the best decision for your situation.
- We can act as your legal guide, helping you navigate the court system in the event we have to go to court.
- If an insurance company reaches out with a settlement offer, we can negotiate with them to ensure that we maximize the size of your settlement.
- We can pursue different types of compensation on your behalf. This could include punitive damages, compensation for lost income, and compensation to cover your medical expenses.
Count on the legal professionals at Wapner Newman to represent you.
Frequently Asked Questions
We will always take the time to answer your questions. Some of the most common questions people ask us include:
What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy?
An ectopic pregnancy is a fertilized embryo that implants outside of the uterus. It could lead to serious medical complications if it is allowed to progress.
How Do I Know If Prenatal Negligence Happened?
To confirm that prenatal negligence happened, you need to work with a lawyer who can consult with expert witnesses to see if the doctor deviated from the best practices of the field. Then, we need to prove that this contributed to a negative result.
If I Lost a Pregnancy, Does That Mean Medical Malpractice Took Place?
Just because a pregnancy did not end in a successful, viable birth doesn’t necessarily mean that medical malpractice took place. We need to review your case to see if the doctor made a mistake or overlooked something that contributed to a negative outcome.
Why Should I Hire a Lawyer to Represent Me?
While you might feel like you can negotiate with an insurance company or the hospital yourself and achieve a strong settlement, it is better to reach out to a medical malpractice lawyer who specializes in this area. An attorney can review your case, figure out how much your case is worth, and put you in the best position possible to recover that amount.
Our pre-birth negligence attorneys at Wapner Newman are prepared to answer your questions about your medical malpractice case.
Rely on Wapner Newman for Your Philadelphia Pre-Birth Injury Lawyers
It can be devastating if a pregnancy does not end as you wanted, but this is not a situation you need to go through on your own. At Wapner Newman, we can investigate your case to see if medical malpractice contributed to pre-birth injuries. This includes injuries to both you and your child. Rely on legal experts with experience in this area to represent you.
Call us today to schedule a free case consultation at (215) 569-0900.