Birth Injury Lawyer in Dinuba, CA

When a joyous occasion turns into a traumatic experience due to medical negligence, families in Dinuba, California need specialized legal support. Birth injuries can have lifelong consequences, affecting not only the child but the entire family's emotional and financial wellbeing. Finding a qualified birth injury lawyer in Dinuba who understands the complexities of these cases is crucial for securing the compensation your family deserves.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they are caused by complications during labor or delivery, often due to medical negligence. While not all birth complications result from negligence, when healthcare providers fail to follow the standard of care, they may be held legally responsible for resulting injuries.

Birth injuries can range from mild to severe, with some causing lifelong disabilities. Some of the most common birth injuries include:

• Cerebral Palsy: Often caused by oxygen deprivation during birth, resulting in motor function impairment
• Erb's Palsy: Damage to the brachial plexus nerves resulting in arm weakness or paralysis
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation
• Shoulder Dystocia: Occurs when a baby's shoulders become stuck during delivery
• Fractures: Particularly clavicle (collarbone) and skull fractures
• Facial Paralysis: Damage to facial nerves during delivery
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Often resulting from excessive force during delivery
• Caput Succedaneum: Swelling of the soft tissues of the baby's scalp
• Cephalohematoma: Bleeding between the skull bone and its covering
• Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Breakage of small blood vessels in the eyes

Birth injury cases fall under medical malpractice law, which is notably complex. These cases require:

A birth injury lawyer must understand both medical and legal aspects of these cases. This includes knowledge of:

• Medical standards of care during pregnancy, labor, and delivery
• California-specific statutes of limitations for medical malpractice claims
• Proper evaluation of medical records and identification of negligence
• California's Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA) and its impact on damages

Your birth injury lawyer will need to work closely with medical experts who can testify about:

• What the standard of care should have been
• How the healthcare provider deviated from that standard
• How that deviation directly caused your child's injuries

Birth injuries often require lifelong care. Your lawyer must be able to accurately calculate the lifetime costs of:

• Medical treatments and therapies
• Specialized equipment and accommodations
• Educational support and interventions
• Lost earning potential
• Pain and suffering

When pursuing a birth injury lawsuit in Dinuba and throughout California, the process typically involves:

Moseley Collins Law offers free consultations to discuss your case. During this meeting, we'll review the basic facts and determine if there's potential for a valid claim.

If we believe you have a case, we'll conduct a thorough investigation that includes:

• Obtaining and reviewing all relevant medical records
• Consulting with experts
• Interviewing witnesses
• Researching applicable laws and precedents

If our investigation supports your claim, we'll file a lawsuit against the responsible parties, which may include:

• Doctors
• Nurses
• Hospital administration
• Medical facilities

Both sides exchange information and evidence, including:

• Depositions from witnesses and experts
• Medical records and documentation
• Written questions (interrogatories)

Many birth injury cases are settled before trial. Our experienced lawyers will negotiate for a fair settlement that covers all your child's needs.

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we're prepared to take your case to trial, where we'll present evidence and expert testimony to support your claim.

Families affected by birth injuries may be entitled to various types of compensation:

• Current and future medical expenses
• Therapy and rehabilitation costs
• Special education needs
• Home and vehicle modifications
• Lost wages for caregiving parents

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life

If you experienced a birth injury at any of these facilities, Moseley Collins Law can help you pursue a claim:

• Adventist Health Reedley
• Kaweah Health Medical Center
• Sierra View Medical Center
• Community Regional Medical Center

Moseley Collins Law proudly serves families affected by birth injuries throughout Dinuba and the surrounding areas, including:

• Cutler
• Orosi
• Sultana
• Reedley
• Kingsburg
• Selma
• Visalia
• Tulare
• Porterville
• Exeter
• Woodlake
• Lindsay
• Farmersville
• Hanford
• Corcoran
• Orange Cove
• Parlier
• Fowler
• Sanger
• Fresno

With over 40 years of experience handling complex medical malpractice and birth injury cases, Moseley Collins Law brings unparalleled expertise to your family's case.

We understand that no amount of money can undo the harm caused to your child. However, appropriate compensation can ensure your child receives the best possible care and support throughout their life.

When you work with Moseley Collins Law, you can expect:

• Compassionate, personalized attention to your family's unique situation
• Clear communication throughout the legal process
• No upfront costs—we work on a contingency basis, meaning you don't pay unless we win
• Dedication to securing the maximum compensation possible for your child's injuries

We've secured millions in compensation for our clients affected by medical malpractice and birth injuries. Our firm has hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google, reflecting our commitment to client satisfaction and successful outcomes.

Sometimes birth injuries aren't immediately apparent. Watch for these potential signs:

• Difficulty feeding or sucking
• Excessive drooling
• Arched back while crying
• Lethargy or excessive fussiness
• Muscle stiffness or limpness
• Seizures
• Jaundice lasting more than a week
• Breathing problems

• Delayed developmental milestones
• Difficulty with fine or gross motor skills
• Speech delays
• Coordination problems
• Intellectual disabilities
• Asymmetrical movements

If you notice any of these signs, consult with a medical professional immediately and consider reaching out to a birth injury lawyer to discuss your legal options.

If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence in Dinuba or surrounding areas, don't wait to seek legal assistance. Moseley Collins Law offers free consultations to help you understand your options and will point you in the right direction even if we can't directly help with your case.

While we cannot provide legal advice until we formally represent you, we can discuss the general aspects of birth injury cases and help you determine if you have grounds for a lawsuit.

Contact us today at 800-426-5546 to schedule your free consultation with an experienced birth injury lawyer serving Dinuba and all of California.

Remember, you don't have to face this challenging time alone. With the right legal representation, you can secure the resources your child needs while holding negligent parties accountable for their actions.