By: Alex Mario, Attorney — Carter Mario Injury Lawyers

The issue of traumatic birth injury is not merely a healthcare problem. It is a profound crisis intertwined with economic and racial disparities. The truth is that traumatic birth injuries represent a human rights issue that begs for our urgent attention.

 Despite leaps in medicine, countless women continue to face traumatic birth injuries. Every day, preventable complications and slow medical responses lead to immense suffering.

 Our professional insight gives us the privilege and the responsibility to stand up for women and families impacted by traumatic birth injuries. We can confront this issue and drive real change. Over time, seeking justice in these cases can build an improved healthcare system that prioritizes maternal health for everyone, particularly for women in the most vulnerable communities.

How Traumatic Birth Injuries Impact Women Around the World and Nearby

In the year 2020, nearly 800 women died from preventable pregnancy and childbirth-related causes each and every day. That amounted to nearly one mother dying somewhere in the world every two minutes due to these causes.

 Close to home, the situation is also dire. The US boasts the highest maternal mortality rates among developed nations. Twenty-two of every 100,000 mothers die from pregnancy-related causes each year, and the sad truth is that 80% of these deaths are likely preventable. The statistics are even more grim for Black women, who face the highest level of risk in the United States.

Legal Advocacy Can Help

Some healthcare providers fail to uphold the expected standard of care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. When new mothers and their babies encounter this lack of proper care, traumatic birth injuries often become worse than they might have been otherwise. Serious injuries leave women and their families with long-lasting physical, emotional, and financial impacts.

 We have a professional duty to fight for those affected by this negligence. When we hold one negligent healthcare provider accountable by enabling an injury victim to receive the compensation they deserve, we win a victory against negligence in maternal care as a whole.

 Securing justice for women impacted by traumatic birth injuries achieves two fundamental goals. Each legal battle we win provides compensation and closure to grieving families and establishes important legal precedents. These precedents push medical institutions to adopt better training, enforce rigorous protocols, and deliver better care to prevent future tragedies. In short, our legal interventions help the families suffering today and prevent more from walking that same path in the future.

Advocating for Systemic Change Outside the Courtroom

Our legal knowledge can have power even beyond the courtroom. We can collaborate with lawmakers, healthcare professionals, and advocacy groups to push for meaningful policy changes at both the state and federal levels.

 The goal is threefold. We must ensure that every pregnant woman has access to comprehensive prenatal care. We must also fight to bolster the readiness and efficiency of emergency response systems. Finally, we must ensure complete recovery for new mothers by advocating for broader access to postpartum care, including mental health services. The need for these services is especially critical in underserved communities.

Why We Raise Awareness and Educate the Public

Awareness is a powerful force for change. To increase knowledge about birth injuries and the critical delays in maternal healthcare, legal professionals must take the time to leverage their insight and educate the public.

 We can leverage social media campaigns and collaborate with non-profits to get the word out. The general public needs to know more about recognizing medical negligence. They also need to understand their rights as patients and learn how to seek legal assistance.

 We have the needed information, and as we well know, informed individuals can make better choices. They can advocate for their rights and the rights of their families.

The Importance of Supporting and Standing by Families Affected by Traumatic Birth Injury

We know all too well that the aftermath of a traumatic birth injury can be overwhelming for new mothers and their families. We diligently gather evidence and represent families in court, but as legal advocates, our role goes beyond the courtroom. We must step in to offer emotional support and connect these families with essential resources for medical care and psychological support.

 Addressing the issues surrounding traumatic birth injuries is a daunting journey. However, as lawyers, we must collaborate with healthcare providers, policymakers, and the community to drive changes. By combating negligence, pushing for systemic reforms, and supporting affected families, we can inch closer to a future where every woman has access to safe, timely maternal healthcare.

 Ultimately, when we fight for maternal health, we fight for justice and equality. We can leverage our legal experience to lead the way toward a world where every mother and child receives the care they deserve. Together, our work can drive meaningful change and secure a safer future for all.

Published by Mark V.