Brooklyn Birth Injury Lawyer

Brooklyn Birth Injury Lawyers – Advocating for Your Child’s Future

Any form of harm sustained by a newborn during or shortly after delivery is considered a birth injury. These injuries may involve oxygen deprivation (hypoxia), excessive pressure on the baby’s head or upper body (birth trauma), infections, and other preventable complications. If your child has suffered a birth injury, the Brooklyn birth injury attorneys at Hurt Legally P.C. are here to help you seek justice and compensation.

While mechanical force during delivery is a common cause, birth injuries may also result from:

Misuse of labor-inducing medications
Failure to address breech or abnormal fetal positioning
Delayed C-section decisions
Poor monitoring of fetal distress
Negligent postnatal care

In many cases, these injuries are the direct result of medical malpractice—careless, negligent, or improper actions by doctors, nurses, or hospital staff.

Birth injuries can lead to lifelong consequences, including developmental delays, neurological conditions, or physical impairments. According to U.S. statistics, approximately 7 out of every 1,000 births result in injury—many of which could have been prevented.

If you or someone in your family is facing the heartbreak of a preventable childbirth injury, don’t navigate it alone. Contact Hurt Legally P.C. in Brooklyn. Our compassionate and experienced attorneys can:

Investigate the incident thoroughly
Identify whether malpractice occurred
Guide you through the legal process
Fight for the compensation your family deserves

Let us help ease the burden—without draining your time or financial resources. If you know someone affected by a birth injury, refer them to Hurt Legally P.C. for efficient, skilled, and compassionate legal representation.

Types of Birth Injuries Experienced

Birth injuries can take many forms, but here are some of the most common types seen in childbirth-related medical malpractice cases:

Brachial Palsy: Caused by damage to the brachial plexus nerves, which control movement in the arms and hands. This can result in weakness or paralysis in the affected limb.
Bruising or Forceps Marks: Improper or excessive use of forceps during delivery may leave visible bruises or pressure marks on a newborn’s face or head. Vacuum extraction may also cause similar trauma to the scalp.
Caput Succedaneum: A swelling of the soft tissues of the baby's scalp that develops as the baby travels through the birth canal, often due to prolonged pressure during a head-first delivery.
Cephalohematoma: This is a pooling of blood between the skull and periosteum (the membrane covering the bones). It typically results from minor trauma during delivery, such as vacuum extraction.
Facial Paralysis: Nerve damage during birth—either due to pressure or improper handling—can lead to temporary or permanent loss of muscle movement on one or both sides of the baby’s face.
Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: A small blood vessel breaks just under the baby’s eye, usually due to pressure during delivery. While not dangerous, it is often a sign of more traumatic delivery conditions.

These injuries range from mild to severe. Some heal over time, while others may result in permanent disability or require long-term medical care.

How Does a Birth Injury Lawsuit Work?

Birth injury lawsuits are civil claims brought by families whose newborns suffered harm due to medical negligence before, during, or immediately after delivery. Commonly compensated conditions include cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, and other physical or neurological injuries.

Here's a simplified breakdown of how the process works:

Initial Consultation & Case Evaluation
Your first step is meeting with an experienced birth injury attorney at Hurt Legally P.C. in Brooklyn to evaluate your case. We’ll determine if medical malpractice contributed to your child’s injuries.
Filing the Lawsuit
A formal complaint is filed in the court where the injury occurred. This document outlines your allegations, the damages you're seeking, and who is being held liable—typically doctors, nurses, or the hospital.
Response from the Defendant
The medical provider (or their insurer) will either respond with a settlement offer or deny liability. If they deny wrongdoing, the case may proceed to trial.
Discovery and Case Building
Your lawyer will collect medical records, expert opinions, witness testimonies, and any other evidence needed to prove negligence and damages. Throughout this stage, Hurt Legally P.C. will keep you informed and involved.
Settlement or Trial
Many birth injury cases are resolved through a negotiated settlement. However, if fair compensation isn’t offered, our attorneys are fully prepared to take your case to trial and fight for maximum recovery.

Conclusion

You shouldn't have to bear the emotional and financial burden of a preventable birth injury. If your child suffered due to medical negligence, the compassionate and experienced team at Hurt Legally P.C. in Brooklyn is here to guide you through every step of the legal process.

We are committed to securing the highest possible compensation for your child’s medical costs, ongoing care, and future needs. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation and let us help your family seek the justice you deserve.

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