Birth Injury Lawyer in Laguna Hills, CA

When a joyful occasion turns into a medical nightmare, families need experienced legal representation. Birth injuries can have lifelong consequences, both emotionally and financially. In Laguna Hills and throughout Orange County, families affected by birth injuries require specialized legal assistance to navigate the complex medical malpractice landscape and secure the compensation their children deserve for ongoing care and support.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they are preventable injuries that occur during labor and delivery. Recognizing the signs and understanding your legal rights is the first step toward seeking justice.

The following birth injuries may warrant consultation with a specialized birth injury lawyer:

• Cerebral Palsy: Often caused by oxygen deprivation during birth, this neurological disorder affects movement and muscle coordination.
• Erb's Palsy/Brachial Plexus Injuries: Damage to the nerves that control arm and hand movement, typically caused by excessive force during delivery.
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage resulting from oxygen deprivation during birth.
• Shoulder Dystocia: When a baby's shoulders become lodged in the mother's pelvis during delivery, potentially causing nerve damage.
• Fractures: Particularly clavicle (collarbone) and skull fractures from difficult deliveries.
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Damage to the spinal cord that may cause partial or complete paralysis.
• Facial Paralysis: Pressure on facial nerves during birth can cause temporary or permanent facial weakness.
• Caput Succedaneum and Cephalohematoma: Swelling and bleeding of the scalp tissue caused by pressure during delivery.
• Intracranial Hemorrhage: Bleeding in or around the brain, which can lead to long-term brain damage.
• Birth Asphyxia: Oxygen deprivation that can lead to permanent brain damage if not promptly addressed.

Recent studies highlight the significant impact of birth injuries on families and healthcare systems:

According to research published in the Journal of Perinatal Medicine, proper fetal monitoring and timely intervention could prevent up to 50% of birth injuries related to oxygen deprivation. This underscores the importance of medical vigilance during labor and delivery. More information can be found on the National Library of Medicine website.

A specialized birth injury lawyer understands the intricate details of both medical and legal aspects of these complex cases. Moseley Collins Law brings over 40 years of experience to help families navigate this challenging process.

Working with a birth injury lawyer in Laguna Hills provides families with:

• Comprehensive Case Evaluation: Determining if medical negligence caused the birth injury through detailed review of medical records.
• Expert Consultation: Collaborating with experts to establish the standard of care and how it was breached.
• Documentation and Evidence Collection: Gathering all necessary documentation to build a strong case.
• Accurate Damage Assessment: Calculating current and future medical expenses, therapy costs, specialized equipment, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
• Skilled Negotiation: Representing families' interests against insurance companies and hospital legal teams.
• Litigation Preparation: Being ready to take the case to trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached.

When investigating a birth injury case, your legal team will need to examine where the birth occurred. Here are hospitals in and around Laguna Hills that provide labor and delivery services:

• MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center
• Kaiser Permanente Irvine Medical Center
• Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

Moseley Collins Law provides birth injury legal representation to families throughout Orange County, including:

• Aliso Viejo
• Anaheim
• Brea
• Buena Park
• Costa Mesa
• Cypress
• Dana Point
• Fountain Valley
• Fullerton
• Garden Grove
• Huntington Beach
• Irvine
• La Habra
• La Palma
• Laguna Beach
• Laguna Hills
• Laguna Niguel
• Laguna Woods
• Lake Forest
• Los Alamitos
• Mission Viejo
• Newport Beach
• Orange
• Placentia
• Rancho Santa Margarita
• San Clemente
• San Juan Capistrano
• Santa Ana
• Seal Beach
• Stanton
• Tustin
• Villa Park
• Westminster
• Yorba Linda

Recognizing the signs of a birth injury early can be crucial for both treatment and legal action. While some injuries are immediately apparent, others may not manifest until developmental milestones are missed. Common signs include:

• Arched back while crying
• Difficulty swallowing or sucking
• Excessive drooling
• Muscle stiffness or looseness
• Favoring one side of the body
• Weak or absent reflexes
• Seizures

• Missing motor skill milestones
• Speech and language delays
• Cognitive impairments
• Difficulty with coordination and balance

If you notice these signs in your child, seeking both medical attention and legal consultation is important for their future wellbeing.

Birth injuries often result in substantial long-term expenses. A successful birth injury lawsuit in Laguna Hills may help families recover:

• Current and future medical expenses
• Specialized therapy costs
• Adaptive equipment and home modifications
• Lost earning capacity (both for parents and potentially for the child)
• Specialized educational needs

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

Moseley Collins Law has helped families secure millions in compensation for birth injury cases, providing financial security for children requiring lifelong care.

When selecting legal representation for a birth injury case, consider these essential qualities:

Look for a lawyer who specifically handles birth injury cases, not just general personal injury. Moseley Collins Law brings over 40 years of experience to these complex medical malpractice claims.

Effective birth injury representation requires connections with medical experts who can testify about standards of care and causation. Ensure your lawyer has access to qualified medical professionals.

While past results don't guarantee future outcomes, a history of successful birth injury cases indicates valuable experience. Moseley Collins Law has secured millions for families affected by birth injuries.

Birth injury cases are emotionally challenging. Choose a lawyer who demonstrates compassion and understanding of your family's situation. Our hundreds of 5-star Google reviews reflect our commitment to client care.

If your child has suffered a birth injury in Laguna Hills or surrounding areas, Moseley Collins Law offers free consultations to evaluate your case. While we cannot provide legal advice until we formally represent you, we can help point you in the right direction even if we cannot take your case.

During this consultation, we will:

• Review the circumstances of your child's birth injury
• Explain potential legal options
• Outline the timeframe and process for pursuing a claim
• Answer your questions about birth injury lawsuits

There is no obligation, and you pay nothing unless we win your case.

If your child has suffered a birth injury that you believe resulted from medical negligence, contact Moseley Collins Law at 800-426-5546 for a free consultation. Our experienced birth injury lawyers serve Laguna Hills and all of Orange County, helping families secure the compensation needed for their children's future care and wellbeing.

With over 40 years of experience, a proven record of substantial recoveries, and hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google, Moseley Collins Law provides the focused legal representation families need during this challenging time.