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A partner birth injury attorney can investigate medical records to determine if a preventable medical error was the cause and pursue compensation for lifelong care.",{},{"title":53,"description":56},{"content":54,"props":55},"Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb's Palsy)",{},{"content":57,"props":58},"These are among the most common birth injuries, typically caused when an infant’s shoulder nerves are stretched or torn during a difficult delivery. If your child suffers from weakness or paralysis in one arm, an Erb's Palsy lawyer can help prove a doctor’s negligence and pursue compensation for your losses.",{},{"title":60,"description":63},{"content":61,"props":62},"Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)",{},{"content":64,"props":65},"HIE is a serious brain injury caused by a lack of oxygen or blood flow to the brain around the time of birth. It often happens when medical staff fails to respond to umbilical cord problems or delays a necessary C-section. An HIE attorney can analyze fetal monitoring strips and medical charts to help injured victims seek compensation.",{},{"title":67,"description":70},{"content":68,"props":69},"Forceps or Vacuum Extraction Injuries",{},{"content":71,"props":72},"These injuries happen when delivery-assisting tools are used improperly, causing skull fractures, brain hemorrhages, or nerve damage. Because the infant skull is so fragile, even a moderate error can cause devastating injuries to the child.",{},{"title":74,"description":77},{"content":75,"props":76},"Failure to Respond to Fetal Distress",{},{"content":78,"props":79},"A failure to respond to fetal distress occurs when doctors or nurses ignore clear warning signs from fetal heart monitors that a baby is in trouble, leading to preventable injury. Victims still have options to seek compensation through a medical malpractice claim. A partner birth injury lawyer can help navigate these claims and work to identify the responsible parties.",{},{"title":81,"description":84},{"content":82,"props":83},"Delayed or Improperly Performed C-Section",{},{"content":85,"props":86},"A delayed C-section involves a failure to perform the surgery in a timely manner when it becomes medically necessary, often causing oxygen deprivation. Figuring out who is at fault can be difficult, as multiple staff members may share blame. A C-section error attorney can analyze the case, determine each party’s liability, and help ensure families pursue all possible compensation.",{},{"order":88,"slots":89,"props":99},0,{"mainTitle":90,"descriptor":93,"supportingText":96},{"content":91,"props":92},"Work with a trusted attorney on your",{"class":35},{"content":94,"props":95},"birth injury case",{"class":35},{"content":97,"props":98},"Our partner law firms have helped thousands across the country get the help they deserve after their birth injury.*",{"class":35},{"imgSrc":100,"backgroundClass":101,"showHeroDisclaimer":102,"heroDisclaimerHTML":103,"CallBack":104},"/westwise/hero_office_r6.jpg?updatedAt=1754409229077","bg-white",true,null,{"backgroundClass":34,"highlightClass":35},{"order":106,"props":107},3,{"matterName":9},{"order":109,"props":110},7,{"imgSrc":111,"items":112},"/westwise/Lawyers_Collage.webp?updatedAt=1752065553360",[113,120,127,134,141,148,155,162],{"question":114,"answer":117},{"content":115,"props":116},"How do I know if my child's injury was caused by medical malpractice?",{},{"content":118,"props":119},"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.",{},{"question":121,"answer":124},{"content":122,"props":123},"Who can be held liable for a birth injury?",{},{"content":125,"props":126},"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.",{},{"question":128,"answer":131},{"content":129,"props":130},"What types of compensation can I recover after a birth injury?",{},{"content":132,"props":133},"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.",{},{"question":135,"answer":138},{"content":136,"props":137},"How long do I have to file a birth injury claim?",{},{"content":139,"props":140},"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.",{},{"question":142,"answer":145},{"content":143,"props":144},"How long does it take to resolve a birth injury lawsuit?",{},{"content":146,"props":147},"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.",{},{"question":149,"answer":152},{"content":150,"props":151},"My doctor said it was a 'birth defect,' not an injury. What now?",{},{"content":153,"props":154},"It's common for medical providers to attribute a bad outcome to an unavoidable birth defect rather than their own error. However, a birth defect is a genetic or developmental issue, while a birth injury is caused by trauma or negligence during the birthing process. Do not take the doctor's word for it. An independent medical-legal review, arranged by a birth injury law firm, is the only way to get an unbiased opinion on whether the condition was a preventable injury or an unavoidable defect.",{},{"question":156,"answer":159},{"content":157,"props":158},"How much does it cost to hire a birth injury lawyer?",{},{"content":160,"props":161},"Most reputable birth injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing upfront for legal fees or case expenses. The law firm covers all the costs of investigating and pursuing the case. You only pay a fee if and when they win a settlement or verdict for you. This 'no win, no fee' arrangement allows families to seek justice without any financial risk.",{},{"question":163,"answer":166},{"content":164,"props":165},"Will I have to go to court for my birth injury claim?",{},{"content":167,"props":168},"Probably not. The vast majority of birth injury cases are settled out of court. Hospitals and their insurance companies often prefer to avoid the risks and publicity of a trial. A strong, well-prepared case built by an experienced legal team is usually enough to bring them to the negotiating table to reach a fair settlement. However, if they refuse to offer a fair amount, your lawyer must be prepared to take your case to trial to fight for what your child deserves.",{},{"order":170,"props":171},2,{},{"order":173,"props":174},5,{"types":175},[176,184,192,199,207,215],{"title":177,"description":180,"icon":183},{"content":178,"props":179},"Cerebral Palsy",{},{"content":181,"props":182},"From investigating preventable causes like oxygen deprivation to fighting for lifelong care, our partner attorneys guide you through every step.",{},"fa-solid fa-baby",{"title":185,"description":188,"icon":191},{"content":186,"props":187},"Brachial Plexus & Erb's Palsy",{},{"content":189,"props":190},"Our partner lawyers have extensive experience with the complexities of nerve damage cases resulting from difficult deliveries.",{},"fa-solid fa-child-reaching",{"title":193,"description":195,"icon":198},{"content":61,"props":194},{},{"content":196,"props":197},"Was your child’s brain injury due to a lack of oxygen? 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