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Birth Injuries

Birth Injuries Are Serious and Require an Experienced Law Firm

We represent families in Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and all of Upstate New York

Medical errors and mistakes during labor and delivery can have devastating consequences for the life of a child and the lives of his or her parents. While no lawyer can heal the pain caused by a birth injury, financial compensation from a malpractice lawsuit can enable you to care for your child at home and improve your child’s quality of life.

If your child has suffered a birth injury, the lawyers at E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy offer a free initial consultation to review your case and determine if the injury may have been caused by negligence on the part of the doctor or hospital staff.

Was the Doctor, Nurse or Hospital Negligent?

In some cases, there is nothing the doctor or delivery staff could have done to prevent a birth injury. If your medical providers did everything they were supposed to do, there is nothing the legal system can do for you. However, if your care fell short of the standard of care, then your medical providers may be liable for medical malpractice.

Examples of malpractice may include:

  • Failure to perform a timely Cesarean section, which can result in hypoxia (brain injury) caused by oxygen deprivation.
  • Failure to properly monitor your child during labor and delivery, which can result in cerebral palsy and other injuries.
  • Improper delivery techniques, which can result in Erb’s palsy, a devastating injury to the nerves of the shoulder.

If we think your child’s birth injury may have been caused by medical malpractice, our lawyers will review the hospital records and consult appropriate medical experts. If the evidence is strong enough, our lawyers will work hard to hold your medical providers accountable and help you recover the compensation you will need for your child’s present and future needs.

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Have Questions?

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  • If I hire an attorney but do not want to go to trial, can I settle?
    In the course of preparing a case for trial, your personal injury attorney will work with the defense attorneys and insurance companies in an effort to secure a fair settlement for you and your family. The final decision to accept an offer of settlement or go to trial is yours alone to make.
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  • If arrested, what steps can I take on my behalf?

    1. Do not discuss your situation with anyone except your attorney.

    2. Unless your attorney says otherwise, do not discuss your case with law enforcement.

    3. Request to have your attorney present if you are to be put in a lineup or subjected to testing.

    4. Remain calm and courteous. Allow your attorney to speak for you to ensure that your rights are protected and you are given all the benefits afforded to you under the law.
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  • What is the difference between criminal procedure and civil procedure?
    When a crime has been committed, action is taken by a government agency against the person, persons, organization or other entity that violated the law. The first purpose of a criminal prosecution is punishment, which frequently consists of a fine or jail time. In a civil matter, the dispute is between two or more individuals or entities. The first purpose of a civil prosecution is obtaining compensation for the wronged person or entity. Settlement in a civil matter is generally an award of a money judgment. A criminal sentence is not imposed in a civil matter.
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