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Medical Malpractice Lawyer: Did My C-Section Involve Malpractice?

  • By Al de Levie
  • 20 Apr, 2018

Instances of giving birth by C-Section are on the rise in the US today. It may be necessary when the doctor finds that the delivery of the baby by the ordinary means may jeopardize the health of either the mother or child or both. If you believe you may have experienced malpractice, consult a medical malpractice lawyer.

doctors performing a c-section

Medical Malpractice Lawyer: Did My C-Section Involve Malpractice?


The birth of a child is an occasion to rejoice. Unfortunately, the process of giving birth can prove to be traumatic at times. The mother, as well as the newborn baby, might have their health compromised due to sheer negligence or lack of skills. Yes! No compensation can soothe your injuries in such circumstances.


However, you can always claim justice by contacting a reputed medical malpractice lawyer who has years of experience in handling C-section issues on behalf of the aggrieved patients.


Instances of giving birth by Cesarean Section are on the rise in the United States today. Sure, it may be necessary when the obstetrician finds that the delivery of the baby by the ordinary means, i.e., par vagina may jeopardize the health of either the mother or child or both. It is a primary surgical procedure and requires to be performed by a qualified gynecologist.


A C-section is not without its share of risks even when the medical professional along with the caregivers do their best. Delivery by Cesarean Section may result in massive bleeding and damage the internal organs many a time along with the added issue of developing fatal infections.


However, not every C-Section even when it results in birth complications or death finds merit with the medical malpractice lawyers. The legal professionals will only intervene and help you file a case of malpractice when there is evidence that point to an improper surgery or the doctor in charge is believed to have overlooked the need for a C-section.


Valid claims made by malpractice lawyers


Fetal Health- Signs of a distressed fetus in the womb necessitates prompt action and intervention via a C-Section. However, the lawyer can always press the charges if the newborn baby is born with injuries that could have been avoided by timely delivery via Cesarean Section.


Indications- Qualified doctors are aware of the condition of the baby well before it is born. Trying to initiate natural labor thereby causing the mother or child to sustain a catastrophic injury is a clear instance of malpractice. Failing to recognize the tell-tale signs and not acting immediately happens to be a breach of duties as well.

An expert medical malpractice lawyer in PA can choose to bring a malpractice suit against the concerned obstetrician, caregivers as well as the medical facility if failure to perform a C-section as required can be proved.


Superfluous – Unfortunately, there are many instances of doctors trying to save time by opting for C-sections when there is no need for doing so. Not only is the surgery risky but it may put you in financial trouble too.


The costs of performing a C-Section are considerably higher than the delivery of a baby via the standard procedure. You can indeed file a malpractice suit against the doctor in such instances if you have ample proof that the surgery had been performed without a valid reason.


It will probably not help to remain idle and keep suffering in the aftermath of a ruined C-Section. You have every right to sue the medical professional as well as the facility for damages. Be sure to discuss the matter with the best malpractice lawyers in your vicinity and contemplate taking action ASAP.

If you had to deal with a C-section complication and think it was avoidable, contact the Law Offices of Alvin de Levie and give us a call at 844-777-2529 for a free consultation.



Alvin F. de Levie is a 1973, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a 1976 graduate of the Villanova University School of Law. He is an expert in Pennsylvania Law revolving around medical malpractice and personal injury. 


Mr. de Levie has consistently been voted by his peers to receive Martindale-Hubbell's "AV Preeminent" 5.0 out of 5.0 rating. An AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.