A birth injury is any physical harm or trauma that occurs to a baby during labor or delivery, often due to medical negligence, improper use of delivery tools, or failure to respond to complications. Birth injuries can range from mild bruising to severe conditions like cerebral palsy or brain damage.
A birth defect, on the other hand, is a condition that develops before birth due to genetic factors, maternal infections, or environmental influences. Unlike birth injuries, which may be preventable with proper medical care, birth defects are typically congenital and unrelated to the delivery process. If your child suffered a birth injury due to medical malpractice, you may have grounds for a legal claim.