Steve Mandel defends the rights of the
youngest and most vulnerable.
As a father himself, Steve Mandel takes a special interest in cases involving infants who have become victims of physician negligence.
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, surgeon, nurse, physical therapist, or hospital departs from accepted practice in delivering medical care, resulting in injury or damage to the patient. All medical personnel and institutions that provide treatment are subject to a standard of care that protects patients from harm.
Steve Mandel holds those who deliver substandard medical care accountable, representing those who cannot speak for themselves, and winning full, fair and just compensation for victims.
For example, Steve won $350,000.00 for a client whose child suffered injuries during delivery, resulting in a condition known as Erb's Palsy. With Erb's Palsy, there is damage to a complex of nerve roots called the brachial plexus, which extend from the neck down through the collarbone and armpit. Resulting paralysis can inhibit movement in the hand, arm and shoulder. In this case, Steve won compensation for this child's pain and suffering, medical needs, and rehabilitation.
Common physician errors resulting in birth injury include: |
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Failure to manage the mother’s weight gain during pregnancy |
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Prescribing harmful medications |
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Mismanagement of diabetic complications, or failure to diagnose diabetes |
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Mishandling of forceps and other medical devices, resulting in injury to the infant |
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Applying excessive force during delivery |
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Failure to anticipate infant size, resulting in traumatic delivery |
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Not employing cesarean section when appropriate, or delay in doing so |
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Oxygen deprivation |
“I’m not here to get a holiday card from the other side.
All I care about is you.”- Steve Mandel
These and other forms of medical negligence can cause
birth injuries such as: |
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Seizure disorders |
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Mental retardation |
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Erb’s Palsy |
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Cerebral Palsy |
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Klumpke’s Palsy |
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Learning disabilities |
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Infections |
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Broken bones |
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Scarring and disfigurement |
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Nerve damage |
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Spinal cord injuries, including paraplegia and quadriplegia |
The most critical consideration in a medical malpractice case involving a child is insuring adequate compensation for rehabilitative therapy and long-term care over the course of his or her life. Steve Mandel will coordinate all the resources necessary to prove your case, win full compensation and provide a better life for your child.
If your child was a victim of physician negligence resulting in birth trauma and injury, contact Steve Mandel now so he can advise you about your rights, and protect your child's future. When you retain The Law Firm of Steven J. Mandel, P.C. there is never any fee unless Steve wins or negotiates compensation for you. The call and consultation are both free. Just call 1-888- 2 WIN NOW (1-888-294-6669).
