2017

Would A Birth Defect Qualify As A Birth Injury?

According to the Center for Disease Control, about 3 percent of babies born in America every year are affected by a birth defect. Many times, these defects are caused by natural abnormalities that arise during the development process. Sometimes, though, they can be the result of a healthcare provider’s medical mistake. The question some new parents have is whether a birth defect that is caused by a doctor’s negligence would be considered a birth injury.…