Work with a trusted attorney on your birth injury case

{ "content": "You may have a birth injury malpractice case if your medical provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care, and this failure directly caused your child's injury. Key signs include a difficult or prolonged labor, delayed C-section, improper use of delivery tools like forceps, or failure to respond to signs of fetal distress. An experienced birth injury lawyer can arrange for medical experts to review your records to determine if negligence occurred. If a doctor or nurse's mistake led to harm, you likely have a case.", "props": {} }

{ "content": "Several parties can be held responsible. This often includes the obstetrician who managed the delivery, but can also include nurses, anesthesiologists, or other delivery room staff. The hospital itself can also be held liable for issues like understaffing, improper training, or failing to have proper policies in place. A thorough investigation by a legal team will identify all parties whose negligence contributed to the injury, ensuring all responsible entities are held accountable.", "props": {} }

{ "content": "Compensation, or 'damages,' in a birth injury case is meant to cover all past and future costs related to the injury. This includes medical expenses (surgeries, doctor visits, medication), the cost of future care (physical therapy, special education, assistive devices, home modifications), lost future earnings if the child's ability to work is impaired, and non-economic damages for the child's pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.", "props": {} }

{ "content": "The time limit, known as the statute of limitations, varies significantly by state and is very complex for birth injuries. In many states, the clock doesn't start until the injury is 'discovered' or reasonably should have been discovered. Some states also have special rules that extend the deadline for minors, sometimes until they reach the age of majority. Because these rules are so specific and unforgiving, it is critical to speak with an attorney as soon as you suspect an injury to understand the deadline in your state.", "props": {} }

{ "content": "Birth injury cases are complex and typically take longer to resolve than other personal injury claims. A simple case might settle within a year or two, but more complex cases that go to trial can take several years. The process involves extensive medical record review, consulting with multiple medical experts, and lengthy negotiations with the hospital or their insurer. While the process requires patience, a thorough approach is necessary to secure the full and fair compensation required for a lifetime of care.", "props": {} }