When you hire a birth injury lawyer, you should expect to have a strong advocate who will fight for you and your family. Your lawyer will investigate your birth injury claim to help identify the liable parties and collect evidence that supports your case. They will also handle all aspects of your legal case, up to representing you at trial should your case go to court.
Having an experienced birth injury lawyer by your side can make all the difference as you pursue the compensation you need following an injury to your child. A knowledgeable attorney will know what avenues to pursue as they attempt to hold the liable parties accountable and get your family fair compensation for your losses.
Steps a Birth Injury Lawyer Will Take to Help Get You the Money You Need
If your newborn was harmed due to preventable mistakes made by healthcare professionals during labor or delivery, a birth injury attorney may be able to help you pursue justice. These cases often involve complex medical and legal challenges, and facing them alone can be overwhelming, especially when your focus is on your child’s care and recovery.
Whether a doctor’s poor judgment, a nurse’s inaction, or another form of medical negligence caused the injury, a skilled birth injury lawyer can help you pursue compensation for the harm your family has suffered. An experienced attorney will take on the legal burden so you can prioritize your child’s health and well–being.
When hiring a lawyer, you should choose an attorney with a long history of handling medical malpractice claims and a commitment to helping families recover fair compensation for birth injuries. Some of the steps you can expect a lawyer to take on your behalf include:
- Conducting a detailed investigation into how the injury occurred and identifying all responsible parties
- Gathering critical evidence, such as medical records, fetal monitoring data, expert opinions, and witness accounts
- Evaluating all avenues for financial recovery, including various compensatory damages such as current and future medical expenses, therapy costs, home care modifications, and diminished earning potential
- Managing all legal documentation, filings, and insurance-related matters
- Negotiating with insurers and defense attorneys to reach a fair settlement deal
- Taking the case to trial if necessary to fight for the full compensation your family deserves
- Representing your interests in court and protecting your rights under applicable state laws
Your lawyer will work to help your family access the financial resources you need for long-term care, treatment, and support.
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Your Birth Injury Lawyer Will Help You Manage All the Deadlines That Apply
There are strict deadlines that limit the amount of time you have to take legal action after a birth injury. When you hire an experienced birth injury lawyer to handle your case, you can expect them to be familiar with all the deadlines and any exceptions that may apply.
The statute of limitations for filing a birth injury lawsuit varies from state to state. Fortunately, a knowledgeable attorney will know the local deadlines that apply. They will also be familiar with exceptions such as “discovery rules” that allow you to file within a certain period after discovering the injury and laws that allow injured children to file after they turn 18.
You can also expect your birth injury lawyer to be aware of any exceptions that may limit the amount of time you have to take legal action, such as filing a claim against a government agency. Once your lawyer has identified the specific deadline for your case, they will ensure that all of the required paperwork is filed correctly and on time.
Your Lawyer Will Help Protect You Against Predatory Insurance Companies
After a birth injury, it’s common for insurance representatives to reach out with settlement offers or requests for recorded statements. While these offers may seem generous at first glance, it’s important to remember that insurance companies are primarily focused on minimizing their financial liability, not on ensuring your child gets the care they deserve.
Insurance adjusters often use tactics such as:
- Asking misleading questions to elicit harmful statements
- Offering quick payouts before the full extent of the injury is understood
- Pressuring families to sign away important legal rights
To protect your family, it’s critical to:
- Decline to speak with insurance adjusters without an attorney present
- Avoid signing any documents before a legal review
- Allow your lawyer to handle all communications with the insurer
Once you have legal representation, you can expect your lawyer to protect you against all of the insurance company’s usual tricks. After you hire a lawyer, all contact from the opposing side must go through your attorney, protecting your family from undue pressure and reducing the emotional burden on you.
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Your Lawyer Will Work to Ensure You Recover the Maximum Compensation Available
Most birth injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. What this means is that you don’t have to pay for their services unless they recover compensation on your behalf. With their success directly tied to yours, you can be confident that they will do everything in their power to ensure you win your case.
Furthermore, since these lawyers typically collect a single fee, which is assessed as a fixed percentage of the money recovered, you can be confident that they will work to obtain the maximum compensation available, since the more you recover, the more they earn.
This payment structure helps give you and your family the assurances you need that your lawyer is dedicated to your case, allowing you to focus on the health of your child and moving forward with your life.
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Schedule a Free Consultation With a Birth Injury Attorney Today
No family should have to face the consequences of a preventable birth injury alone. If your child was harmed due to a medical provider’s negligence, pursuing legal action may be key to securing the treatment, resources, and long-term support your child needs. At Birth Injury Lawyers Group, we’ve been advocating for families for over 20 years.
You can expect our birth injury lawyers to work to hold negligent medical providers accountable and help families secure the compensation they deserve. Over the years, we have recovered more than $750 million in damages. Reach out today for a free case consultation with a member of our legal team.
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