Chicago Cephalopelvic Disproportion Lawyers

When welcoming a new life into the world, the last thing a family expects is that the mother or baby will be harmed by a medical provider’s negligence. Sadly, a common condition called cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) sometimes causes traumatic births and serious harm when mishandled.

At Beam Legal Team, we understand how overwhelming it is when you feel your child’s care during delivery was substandard. Our team of Chicago cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) lawyers are here to provide experienced legal help and compassionate support during this difficult time.

What Is Cephalopelvic Disproportion?

Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD) occurs when a baby’s head or body is too large to pass safely through the mother’s pelvis during childbirth. This can happen for several reasons that include:

• The size or shape of the mother’s pelvis
• A condition known as macrosomia when the baby is unusually large

Medical professionals can diagnose CPD through physical exams, ultrasounds, or during labor (if progress stalls despite strong contractions). Risk factors for CPD include maternal diabetes, a prior cesarean delivery, pelvic abnormalities, or when carrying multiples. Timely diagnosis of CPD and intervention are critical to the safety of both the mother and baby.

Complications Associated with CPD

When CPD is not properly and promptly managed, it can result in severe complications for both the baby and the mother. These complications may include:

• Prolonged or Obstructed Labor: Extended labor can increase the risk of exhaustion, infection, and trauma for both mother and child.
• Birth Injuries to the Baby: These may include brachial plexus injuries, oxygen deprivation leading to cerebral palsy, or fractures.
• Maternal Injuries: The mother may suffer uterine rupture, severe hemorrhaging, or other physical trauma.

The long-term consequences of CPD-related injuries can be life-altering, requiring ongoing medical care, therapy, and significant financial resources.

Medical Negligence in CPD Cases

In many cases, injuries associated with CPD are preventable with proper medical care. Negligence can occur when healthcare providers:

• Fail to diagnose CPD before labor begins, despite clear risk factors
• Delay necessary interventions, such as a cesarean section, during stalled or obstructed labor
• Use delivery tools like forceps or vacuum extractors improperly

When medical professionals fail to uphold the standard of care, families have the right to seek justice for the harm caused.

Legal Options for Families Affected by CPD

If your family has been affected by a CPD-related injury, you have the legal option to seek compensation for the damages you’ve suffered. These damages may include:

• Medical Costs: Coverage for past and future medical expenses related to the injury
• Ongoing Treatment and Care Costs: Expenses for therapies, specialized medical equipment, or in-home assistance
• Lost Wages: Coverage for income missed while recovering from or caring for a CPD-related injury
• Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical and emotional toll of the injury

A skilled birth injury lawyer can review your case, gather evidence from medical records and expert opinions, and build a strong legal claim on your behalf. Illinois has strict deadlines for filing medical malpractice lawsuits, so you need to seek legal help quickly. Beam Legal Team represents clients in Illinois and across the U.S.

How Beam Legal Team Can Help You

At Beam Legal Team, we’ve witnessed just how deeply personal and emotional birth injury cases can be. When you work with us, you’ll receive:

• A Free Initial Consultation: We’ll listen to your story, answer your questions, and outline your legal options.
• Thorough Case Investigation: Our team will gather medical records, consult with leading medical experts, and analyze every detail of your case.
• Aggressive Advocacy: We are strong negotiators who fight for a fair settlement. If a settlement can’t be reached, we are prepared to take your case to trial to secure the compensation you deserve.

Also, we do all of this on a contingency fee basis—meaning you don’t pay anything unless and until we win your case.

Contact Our Chicago Cephalopelvic Disproportion Lawyers Today

If your child has suffered a CPD-related birth injury, Beam Legal Team is here to help. We have decades of birth injury law experience and an unwavering compassion for our clients. Based in Chicago, we help clients across the U.S.

Contact us today for a free consultation. Let us help you seek justice and the compensation your family needs to move forward.