Orlando Birth Injury Attorney
Compassionate Advocacy for Families Facing Birth Injuries
The birth of a child is meant to be one of life’s most joyous moments. However, when medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery results in a birth injury, the emotional and financial toll can be overwhelming. At Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt, our Orlando birth injury attorneys are dedicated to helping families in Florida seek justice and the financial resources they need to care for their child.
If your newborn has suffered harm due to the actions or inaction of a medical provider, we are here to support you. With decades of experience in medical malpractice claims, our team has the knowledge and resources to hold negligent parties accountable. We are committed to securing the compensation your family deserves for medical expenses, ongoing care, and the emotional challenges that follow such life-altering incidents.
Contact us at (786) 788-8557 for a free consultation to discuss your case and explore your legal options.
What Are Birth Injuries?
Birth injuries are physical or neurological harms a baby sustains before, during, or immediately after delivery. Many of these injuries are preventable and occur due to medical negligence by obstetricians, nurses, or hospital staff. Common examples of birth injuries include the following:
- Cerebral Palsy: Often caused by oxygen deprivation during delivery. This condition impairs movement, muscle tone, and coordination.
- Erb’s Palsy: Results from damage to the brachial plexus nerves during improper delivery techniques, impacting arm and shoulder mobility.
- Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): A severe brain injury caused by reduced oxygen flow to the baby’s brain.
- Untreated Jaundice: When left unchecked, jaundice can lead to kernicterus (a rare type of brain damage).
- Fractures and Injuries During Delivery: These may occur when improper force is applied using tools such as vacuum extractors or forceps.
Birth injuries create unique challenges. Some children may face lifelong disabilities requiring 24/7 care, while others endure developmental delays or ongoing physical therapies. Families should not face these hurdles alone, especially when they are the result of negligence.
When Is a Birth Injury Considered Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a medical provider’s failure to meet the standard of care leads to preventable harm. Common examples of negligence in birth injury cases include:
- Failure to Monitor Fetal Distress: Ignoring signs that a baby is in distress during labor, such as irregular heartbeats or reduced oxygen levels.
- Improper Use of Medical Tools: Misusing forceps or vacuum extractors can cause nerve damage, fractures, or brain injuries.
- Failure to Perform a Timely Cesarean Section: Delaying a C-section when necessary can lead to oxygen deprivation and serious complications.
- Improper Management of High-Risk Pregnancies: Neglecting to diagnose or treat conditions such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes.
- Negligent Neonatal Care: Failing to treat infections, monitor vital signs, or provide appropriate care post-delivery.
If you suspect your child’s injury was caused by any of these forms of malpractice, it is important to consult an experienced birth injury lawyer in Orlando. Our team at Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt will investigate your case thoroughly to determine the negligent party and pursue compensation on your behalf.
What Compensation Can Families Pursue in Birth Injury Claims?
Birth injuries often result in significant financial strain for families. Compensation awarded in a birth injury claim aims to cover both current and future needs, including:
- Medical Expenses: Including hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and rehabilitative therapies.
- Specialized Care: Costs associated with in-home nursing support, assistive devices, and adaptive equipment.
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for emotional distress experienced by both the child and their family.
- Lost Wages: Addressing a parent’s reduced earning capacity due to caregiving responsibilities.
- Educational Assistance: Future costs of specialized schools, tutors, or other adaptive educational programs.
At Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt, we understand the lasting impact of these injuries. That’s why we fight tirelessly to secure maximum compensation for your family.
How Our Orlando Birth Injury Attorneys Can Help
Navigating a birth injury claim requires extensive legal and medical knowledge. When you choose Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt to represent your family, you gain access to a passionate team dedicated to your case. Here’s how we support our clients every step of the way:
- Comprehensive Case Evaluation: We provide free consultations where we listen to your story, review medical records, and identify potential instances of negligence.
- Thorough Investigation: Collaborating with leading medical experts, we build a strong case to prove how medical malpractice caused your child’s injuries.
- Aggressive Representation: Whether we negotiate for a fair settlement or take your case to trial, our attorneys are relentless in pursuing justice.
- No Upfront Fees: We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Our legal team has extensive experience handling medical malpractice cases, including those involving obstetricians, midwives, and hospitals. Trust in our proven track record of success.
Trust Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt for Compassionate Legal Support
Birth injuries not only affect the child but also forever alter the lives of their families. If medical negligence caused your baby’s condition, you deserve justice. At Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt, we are committed to being your advocates, ensuring you receive the resources needed to provide the best possible care for your child.
We will review your case, answer your questions, and guide you through the legal process. Your child’s future is worth fighting for, and we are here to stand by your side every step of the way.
Contact our Orlando birth injury attorneys today at (786) 788-8557 for a free, confidential consultation.
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