Blog: Obstetrical Malpractice & Fetal Monitoring

Preeclampsia and the Standard of Care: When Maternal Monitoring Failures Lead to Permanent Birth Injuries

Feb 24, 2026

Missed warning signs should not transform a pregnancy into a life-threatening emergency. Yet, for some families, this crisis becomes a reality when preeclampsia is improperly identified, monitored, or treated. While many cases can be managed successfully with appropriate monitoring and intervention, preeclampsia can escalate rapidly, causing harm to both mother and baby. A breakdown in maternal monitoring can have catastrophic results. The consequences can be severe for both mother and child. For babies, prolonged oxygen...