Birth injuries

South Florida Birth Injury Attorney

When the joy of having a new baby is replaced by anxiety and fear because of a birth injury, parents need answers. In addition to learning about the child’s prognosis, they want to know why it happened. They want to find out the cost of medical treatment for their child. They hope they can prevent something similar from happening to another family.

Advising parents about their options after the birth of an injured child

At the South Florida law firm, Law Offices of Corey Leifer, PA, our lawyer helps families after the birth of a child with an injury or illness. After a birth injury caused by negligence or malpractice, parents do have options, and can obtain payment to compensate for their baby’s injuries. To learn about filing a claim after a birth injury, contact an attorney at either our Boca Raton or Fort Lauderdale office. Call 561.395.8055.

Examples of common birth injuries

Birth injuries can occur as a result of a lack of oxygen or severe physical trauma. These can result in conditions such as:

• Cerebral palsy
• Erb’s palsy
• Shoulder dystocia
• Brachial plexus injury
• Brain damage

Birth injury causes

Failure to monitor, failure to perform a c-section, and improper use of forceps are common causes of injuries such as these. It is important to speak with a lawyer right away if your baby was injured during labor and delivery. Learn if your child’s injury was caused by this kind of negligence.

At the Law Offices of Corey Leifer, we work with medical and legal experts to build a strong case for compensation after a birth injury. Your child may need extensive treatment or lifelong care. Let us help you get the resources required to meet your child’s needs. Contact our law firm to learn more about filing a claim after a birth injury.

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