Military families trust Army, Navy, and Air Force hospitals in Louisiana to provide excellent prenatal care and delivery services.
Medical mistakes during pregnancy and birth at Military Treatment Facilities can cause lifelong injuries to children.
The CDC reports that 7 in 1,000 births involve injuries. Most of these injuries are preventable with proper care.
Military hospitals have similar malpractice rates to civilian hospitals. Many cases involve obstetric care under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Our founding attorney is both a doctor and lawyer. This gives us unique insight into military hospital birth injury cases.
If your child was injured at a Louisiana military hospital, you have rights under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
These claims target the U.S. government, not individual doctors. Understanding FTCA and Louisiana law helps protect your family.
What Causes Birth Injuries at Louisiana Military Hospitals?
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Failure to Monitor Fetal Heart Rate: Staff must watch fetal monitoring strips for signs of distress. Missed warning signs can cause brain damage.
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Delayed Emergency Cesarean Section: Hospitals must perform emergency C-sections within 30 minutes when needed. Delays can cause permanent injury.
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Improper Use of Delivery Instruments: Wrong use of forceps or vacuum extractors can cause skull fractures and nerve damage.
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Medication Errors During Labor: Wrong doses of labor drugs can harm both mother and baby. Staff must follow strict protocols.
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Failure to Diagnose Shoulder Dystocia: Trapped shoulders during birth need quick action. Poor handling can cause permanent nerve damage.
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Inadequate Response to Maternal Complications: Staff must quickly address issues like preeclampsia and cord problems to prevent injuries.