My wife recently gave birth to our first child, a beautiful baby boy. The nurse or doctor, whoever was responsible, failed to clear his lungs properly and as a result my son was deprived of oxygen for some time. It is too early to tell if there will be any lasting damage due to this mistake. If there is, what are our options? Is there a limit on time to file a case of this sort?
My wife just gave birth and the nurse delayed clearing his lungs in time depriving oxygen intake. Is this medical malpractice?
Get Your Case Reviewed by a Medical Malpractice Attorney
Enter Your Zip Code to Connect with a Lawyer Serving Your Area
Enter Your Zip Code to Connect with a Lawyer Serving Your Area
Question:
Get Professional Legal Help
Get Informed - Medical Malpractice Laws & Information
- Medical Malpractice Basics - Learn about the basic elements of a medical malpractice case.
- Types of Medical Malpractice - Learn about the most common types of medical malpractice related injuries.
- Key Legal Issues in Medical Malpractice Cases - Find out what legal elements must must exist for a legitimate medical malpractice case.
- Diagram of a Medical Malpractice Case - Get information on the steps involved in pursuing a medical malpractice claim.
- Birth-Related Medical Malpractice - Childbirth injuries are among the most common reasons a medical malpractice case will arise.
- State-by-State Medical Malpractice Laws - Learn about the time limits to file a malpractice claim, limits on money damages, and other state specific laws.
The content of this website is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult with an attorney regarding any legal issues. If you live in Alabama, Florida, Missouri, New York or Wyoming, please click here for additional information.
Recent Articles | Terms and Conditions | Privacy Policy | Site Map Copyright © 2012 ExpertHub.com. All rights reserved.
LA-WS5:0.9.17.120126.12696+
Answer: (1)
There are different statutes of limitations, or time limits to file a lawsuit, for varying states and types of claims. The important thing to know is that, yes, there are deadlines and you need to consult an attorney as soon as possible to be certain you do not run out of time. Some states have 2 year, 4 year, or in some cases, 6 year statutes. You may have a claim for damages, depending on what exactly happened with your son. The question is whether the doctor or nurse acted in an appropriate manner and whether their actions were consistent with what any other doctor or nurse would have done under those circumstances. If it is clear that the doctor or nurse made a critical mistake, you could very likely re-coup your damages.
References:
Posted by Leather Martin on 21 Jan 2010