Injuries to mothers, in short
Childbirth should be safe for mothers. If negligent care during pregnancy, labour or after birth caused you injury, we can help. United Legal is a Canberra firm based in Fyshwick. We work on a No Win, No Fee basis and your first conversation is free.
Birth Injury to Mothers: what you need to know
Mothers can suffer serious injuries during childbirth, including severe tearing, haemorrhage and infections, as well as injuries from unnecessary delays or poorly performed procedures.
We approach these claims with care and sensitivity. We obtain your records and an independent opinion from an obstetric expert to assess what happened.
Injuries to mothers we help with
- Severe perineal tears not recognised or repaired properly
- Postpartum haemorrhage not managed properly
- Infections after birth
- Injuries from forceps or vacuum delivery
- Complications from caesarean sections
- Missed pre-eclampsia
Birth injuries to mothers
Mothers can be injured during pregnancy and childbirth by negligent care: severe perineal tears that were not recognised or repaired properly, haemorrhage that was not managed, infections, and injuries from instruments or caesarean surgery.
These injuries can have lasting effects on continence, intimacy, mental health and the ability to work and care for a family. They are often not talked about, but they can be compensated.
What you can claim
If a doctor, hospital or other health provider fell below the accepted standard of care and that caused you harm, you may be able to claim compensation for pain and suffering, past and future loss of earnings, medical and treatment costs and care and assistance. Every claim needs an independent medical expert to review what happened.
Read more about medical negligence claims.
Evidence that helps your claim
You do not need to have everything before you call us, but these records make a medical negligence claim stronger. Keep copies of anything you have:
- Your medical, hospital and test records
- Notes of what you were told and when
- Receipts for treatment and medication
- Names of the doctors and staff involved
- Any complaint letters and responses
How much could a injuries to mothers claim be worth?
Every claim is different. The amount depends on how serious the harm is, your past and future medical costs, the care you need, your lost earnings, and how strongly the expert evidence supports the claim. We give you an honest estimate once we understand your situation, and we prepare every claim to get its full value rather than settling early.
Why people choose United Legal
- Three lawyers on every case. Your claim is checked by more than one experienced lawyer, start to finish.
- A local Canberra firm since 2004. We know the ACT schemes, insurers, doctors and courts.
- No Win, No Fee. No upfront costs, and you get a written costs agreement before we start.
- Serious injury experience. Our results include a $20m+ settlement and a $1.4m workers compensation claim.
Watch: injuries to mothers
What to do now
- Write down what happened, when, and who treated you.
- Ask for a copy of your medical records, or let us request them for you.
- Keep receipts for treatment, medication and travel.
- Talk to a lawyer before you sign any release or accept an offer.
Injuries to mothers: FAQs
Can a mother and baby both claim?
I am still recovering. Should I wait before getting advice?
Is a bad tear during birth always negligence?
Can I claim for birth trauma and anxiety?
How much does a medical negligence lawyer cost?
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