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Long-Term Effects of HIE
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a birth injury that occurs when decreased blood flow to the brain causes oxygen deprivation. HIE is a brain injury. The long-term effects of HIE depend on several factors, including the length of time that the baby’s brain was deprived of oxygen and the severity of the deprivation. At its most […]
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) Lawsuits
Bringing a new baby into your family is a cause for great joy. Unfortunately, it can also be a time of sadness and worry when your newborn suffers a birth injury. Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) occurs when a baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen. It is associated with a number of conditions, including cerebral palsy, […]
Parental Rights to Access Health Records After a Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis
If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, you may be overwhelmed by the news and unsure of what to do next. Cerebral palsy is a birth injury that is often caused by preventable medical errors. Obtaining your child’s medical records may be the key to determining what exactly happened. To get access to […]
Therapy and Treatments for Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Neonatal encephalopathy is a clinical diagnosis made when an infant’s neurological function is disturbed. Put simply, neonatal encephalopathy means your baby has suffered a brain injury. Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is a form of neonatal encephalopathy that occurs when an infant’s brain is deprived of oxygen before, during, or after birth. The longer the brain […]
Signs and Symptoms of HIE
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a type of birth injury that occurs when a newborn’s brain is deprived of oxygen due to decreased blood flow to the brain. The long-term effects of HIE depend on a number of factors, including the severity and duration of the oxygen deprivation. HIE is considered a type of brain […]
Long Term Effects of Birth Asphyxia
Birth asphyxia happens when a baby doesn’t get enough oxygen (oxygen deprivation) before, during, or right after birth. It can result from any number of issues, including an interruption in the flow of blood between a mother and baby, a blood circulation problem, or even an airway blockage after birth. When a baby is deprived […]
Long Term Effects of a Nuchal Cord
During pregnancy, the umbilical cord is a lifeline for a fetus, providing all of the blood, oxygen, and nutrients that they need to grow and thrive. In some cases, however, your baby’s umbilical cord can become a danger to them – such as when it wraps around a baby’s neck, resulting in strangulation. When the […]
HIE: The First Year
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a type of birth injury that happens when a newborn’s brain doesn’t receive enough oxygen due to decreased blood flow. The consequences of HIE depends on the severity of the diagnosis. Mild HIE cases can result in little or no long term impact. A diagnosis of moderate HIE can mean […]
Our Case Results
Please note that past results are not necessarily indicative of future results. $14,700,000 CEREBRAL PALSY BILA lawyers settled a case of child who suffered from cerebral palsy as a result of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy during labour and delivery for an amount in excess of $14.7 million. $12,500,000 BRAIN INJURY BILA lawyers settled an action for a […]
How Do I Know if My Child Has Been a Victim of Medical Malpractice or Suffered a Birth Injury?
Birth injuries are a type of complex medical malpractice claim typically alleging obstetrician or gynecologist negligence during vaginal delivery, improper induction of labour, cesarean delivery complications, or any straying away from the guidelines and standard of care set forth by the American College of Obstetricians. Here are the types of birth injury/medical malpractice claims BILA […]
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Oxygen Deprivation During Labour and Delivery The medical term is hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). This simply means brain sickness from inadequate oxygenation to the brain. The fetus receives his or her necessary oxygen and nutrients from the mother through the umbilical cord. If this mechanism of delivery of oxygen and nutrients is compromised the fetus […]
Canada Birth Injury FAQ
The pages listed below offer answers to many common questions BILA members receive about Canadian birth injuries. How do I find out what happened to my baby? Many parents do not know exactly what caused their baby’s injuries. They may know that something went wrong, but no one has explained to them what happened. Or […]
Types of Birth Injuries
Common Injuries Occurring at Birth Many birth injuries are related to brain injury, which often stems from a disruption of the blood flow to the baby’s brain, stroke, or hemorrhage (bleeding). This event can occur before labour, during labour and delivery, or after birth. Other common injuries involve the nerves in a baby’s spinal column […]
