Failure to Induce
If you or your child has suffered injuries caused by a failure to induce labor, call our birth injury lawyers in NYC. There are many reasons to induce labor, and there are times when failing to do so could cause significant problems for either the mother or the child. If complications arise, mere moments could mean the difference between a healthy newborn and one who will need a lifetime of special attention.
A doctor’s negligence with regards to inducing labor can lead to serious physical and emotional consequences. Our birth injury lawyers at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool and The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP have decades of experience helping injury victims and families affected by medical negligence. Our attorneys aggressively pursue maximum compensation for injuries caused by a failure to induce.
When Is Inducing Considered The Best Alternative?
While there are risks associated with inducing labor, including the misuse or overuse of Pitocin, there are many instances in which any risks are far outweighed by the benefits. If a health care provider was unable to induce in one of the following situations, it could be a sign of medical negligence:
- Baby is large or overdue
- Mother has gestational diabetes, high blood pressure or another condition
- Baby has conditions that require intervention
- Mother has had an extended labor or the cervix is not dilating
Inducing labor is critically important in certain situations, but if it is not medically required, it should be avoided. There are risks involved in giving pregnant women Pitocin or other labor-inducing medications. Doctors and other health care providers are trained to know when inducing delivery is the safest alternative and have been trained on how to safely do so. If there was a mistake, you deserve answers.
How Do I Schedule A Consultation With Your Birth Injury Lawyers In NYC?
If you or your child has suffered an injury due to a doctor’s failure to induce labor, you may be entitled to compensation. For a free consultation with our birth injury lawyers in NYC, call our Manhattan office at 212.406.1700, our Bronx office at 718.892.0400 or contact us online. We will review your case and discuss your legal options with you. The attorneys at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool and The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP take all cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning our services are free of charge unless there is a monetary recovery. Our law firm is proud to serve the New York City area, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island, as well as the surrounding counties and New Jersey. We offer legal services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese.