Mental retardation is the legal and medical term referring to individuals with below normal brain function and is usually characterized as mild, moderate or severe. Some cases of mental retardation are the result of a genetic or developmental complication. However, others are the direct result of an injury during birth that could and should have been prevented.

Brain injury during birth is usually the result of a restriction of oxygen or blood flow to the brain.   Blood or oxygen flow to the baby during birth is critical and there is no room for error.   With today's fetal monitors and highly sophisticated medical equipment, there is reason for these injuries to occur.

If your child suffers from mental retardation that you think may have been caused by a birth injury, it is important that you contact a knowledgeable and experienced medical malpractice attorney who will thoroughly review the medical records and determine where and when the injury took place and who was at fault.

Dr. Bruce Fagel has represented hundreds of families whose loved ones have suffered birth injuries as the result of a doctor or hospital's negligence.  With his help, many of these families have won multi-million dollar awards so that their children can be cared for properly and receive the help they need.  There are time limits, so we encourage you to contact the Law Offices of California Medical Malpractice Lawyers Dr. Bruce Fagel & Associates as soon as possible to discuss your case with Dr. Fagel.