Group B streptococcus (beta-hemolytic streptococcus, Group B Strep, or GBS) is a bacterial infection that can impact infants before and during the delivery process.
Around a quarter of women carry GBS, but the bacteria don’t impact the mother’s health. Unfortunately, if it is transmitted to an infant, it can cause serious issues, including neonatal sepsis, which can be fatal.
GBS infection in newborns is easily prevented by administering IV antibiotics to the mother during labor and delivery. Unfortunately, sometimes doctors fail to provide the proper testing or treatment, or fail to recognize signs of group B strep in infants, and the consequences can be serious or even fatal.
Gill Ports Hoste LLC can provide help in these difficult situations. Our firm will work with families to hold care providers liable for losses when their negligence leads to complications. Give our Chicago malpractice lawyers a call today to learn more.
When is a doctor responsible for Group B strep complications in newborns?
Medical care providers could potentially be held legally liable for complications of Group B strep in newborns if:
- The doctor failed to test the mother for Group B strep
- The doctor did not administer IV antibiotics in appropriate labor and delivery situations
- The mother was not informed of the risks and benefits of IV antibiotics
- The doctor failed to recognize the signs of Group B strep and provide prompt treatment for a newborn
Unfortunately, the consequences of a medical mistake can be devastating for a newborn because as many as 5% of affected babies don’t survive Group B strep infection, and 10% develop long-term disabling conditions.
Why turn to Gill Ports Hoste LLC for help
If your newborn is affected by a Group B strep diagnosis and resulting complications, you need an attorney who has experience representing clients in similar cases. Gill Ports Hoste LLC is the firm to turn to because:
- Our trusted legal team routinely fights for families after birth injuries. We understand the extent of loss when a baby suffers long-term disabilities, and we’ll fight to help families ensure they have the funds they need to provide the best quality of life.
- We have a history of successes. We’ve recovered millions for victims of malpractice, including substantial compensation in wrongful death and permanent disability cases.
- Our attorneys are among the few who have recovered multiple $10+ million verdicts. Although every case is different and compensation is determined by the facts of your claim, we know how to make strong legal arguments that maximize the chances of substantial compensation.
- We care about our clients. We have a strong reputation for providing solid support to clients in malpractice claims. We keep you informed throughout your case, and we will fight for you until justice is done.
- We’re skilled negotiators and litigators. We stand up to large malpractice insurers in and out of court to help ensure you’re compensated for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, or wrongful death damages.
Contact a Chicago Group B Streptococcus lawyer today
When your child has been affected by Group B strep and suffered complications from this preventable condition, you have rights. Gill Ports Hoste LLC can help you get the compensation that you deserve when a doctor’s careless errors cost your family so much.
To find out how our firm can fight for you, give us a call to schedule your free consultation with a Chicago group B streptococcus lawyer today.