Maternal Injuries During Childbirth

Childbirth places significant physical demands on the body, and while many women recover well, some experience injuries that could have been avoided with appropriate care. When maternal injuries occur due to failures in medical treatment during labour or delivery, the physical and emotional impact can be lasting.

If you are concerned that an injury you sustained during childbirth was caused or worsened by substandard medical care, a medical negligence claim may help provide answers, accountability, and access to ongoing support.

At Macks Solicitors, our specialist medical negligence team supports mothers with sensitivity, clarity, and care throughout the claims process.

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For no-obligation advice and information, call our specialist medical negligence solicitors today on 01642 843 671 or use our contact form and we will call you back.

What Are Maternal Injuries During Childbirth?

Maternal injuries are injuries sustained by a mother during labour or delivery. While some injuries are recognised risks of childbirth, others may occur when care falls below expected standards, such as inadequate monitoring, delays in responding to complications, or the improper use of medical techniques.

These injuries can vary in severity, ranging from short-term physical trauma to long-lasting or permanent conditions that affect a woman’s health, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Common Types of Maternal Injuries

Maternal injuries during childbirth may include:

• Severe perineal tears (third- or fourth-degree tears)
• Pelvic floor damage
• Uterine rupture
• Postpartum haemorrhage
• Infection or sepsis
• Nerve damage
• Bladder or bowel injury
• Complications following instrumental delivery or caesarean section

In certain cases, a review of the medical care provided may help determine whether appropriate steps were taken during labour and delivery. Call our specialist medical negligence solicitors today on 01642 843 671 or use our contact form and we will call you back.

When Can a Claim Be Made?

You may be able to make a claim if substandard medical care contributed to your injury. This may include:

• Failure to monitor labour or recognise complications
• Delays in diagnosis or treatment
• Inappropriate or excessive use of forceps or vacuum delivery
• Failure to manage postpartum bleeding
• Poor surgical technique or aftercare
• Failure to obtain informed consent

Our specialist solicitors will carefully review medical records and seek independent expert advice to assess whether the care provided fell below acceptable standards.

What Can Compensation Cover?

While compensation cannot undo the harm caused, it can help provide access to treatment and support. Compensation may include:

• Pain, suffering, and loss of amenity
• Ongoing medical treatment, physiotherapy, or counselling
• Loss of earnings or reduced earning capacity
• Costs of care, support, or domestic assistance
• Future treatment or rehabilitation needs

Each case is assessed individually to ensure all relevant losses are considered.

Time Limits for Making a Claim

In most medical negligence cases, the standard time limit is three years from the date of the injury or from when it was first discovered.

• If the injured person lacks mental capacity, the time limit may not apply.

Early legal advice is strongly recommended to ensure evidence is preserved and your options are fully explained.       

How Macks Solicitors Can Help

Our specialist medical negligence team will:

• Listen carefully to your experience and concerns
• Investigate the circumstances surrounding your injury
• Obtain independent expert medical evidence
• Provide clear, compassionate guidance at every stage of the claim

We are committed to supporting mothers with professionalism, understanding, and care.

Contact us

For more information about making a maternal injuries during childbirth claim, you can call us on 01642 843 667; alternatively, complete our online contact form and one of our solicitors will be in touch.