During a difficult delivery, where the baby is stuck in the birth canal, medical professionals need to act quickly so the child is not deprived of oxygen for too long. Sometimes a tong-like instrument called “forceps” are used in this situation to guide the baby out of the womb.

Because forceps are designed to provide a stable grip on the baby’s head, an improperly executed forceps delivery might damage the cerebrum if the proper care isn’t taken, which could cause cerebral palsy. Prolonged and unnecessary use of forceps may also stem from a medical practitioner’s failure to identify a situation that should have called for a C-section, like when the pelvic size is too narrow for the baby to fit through.

If you believe your child’s cerebral palsy was a result of a medical practitioner’s error in conducting a forceps delivery, a lawyer at The Driscoll Firm might be able to help you file a legal complaint. Call us today at (800) 305-9800.