Birth Injury Lawyer in Moraga, CA

The arrival of a newborn should be a time of celebration, but when medical negligence causes birth injuries, families face unexpected challenges and heartache. These injuries can create lifelong difficulties that impact the child and ripple through the entire family unit. For parents in Moraga and throughout Contra Costa County whose children have experienced birth injuries, knowing your legal rights is essential. A birth injury lawyer with expertise can guide you through complicated legal processes and advocate strongly for the financial compensation your family needs and deserves.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they are preventable harms that occur during labor, delivery, or immediately after birth. These injuries often result from medical negligence, improper use of delivery tools, failure to monitor fetal distress, or delayed C-section decisions.

The consequences of birth injuries can be far-reaching, requiring extensive medical care, rehabilitation, specialized equipment, and lifelong support. The emotional and financial burden on families can be overwhelming, which is why seeking legal representation is often necessary to secure proper compensation.

Birth injuries can range from mild, temporary conditions to severe, permanent 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, affecting arm movement and sensation
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage due to oxygen deprivation
• Shoulder Dystocia: When a baby's shoulders get stuck during delivery
• Bone Fractures: Particularly of the clavicle or skull during difficult deliveries
• Facial Paralysis: Pressure on facial nerves during delivery
• Caput Succedaneum: Swelling of the soft tissues in the baby's scalp
• Cephalohematoma: Bleeding between the skull and its covering
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Can result in partial or complete paralysis
• Intracranial Hemorrhage: Bleeding in or around the brain

According to research published in the Journal of Perinatal Medicine, approximately 6-8 out of every 1,000 births in the United States involve some form of birth injury. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that birth defects and injuries are the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States.

Birth injury cases fall under medical malpractice law, which is notoriously complex. Unlike general personal injury lawyers, birth injury lawyers experienced in this specific area of law and understand the medical aspects of these cases.

California has specific statutes of limitations and procedural requirements for medical malpractice claims. A birth injury lawyer with experience in Contra Costa County will be familiar with local courts, judges, and opposing counsel, giving your case a strategic advantage.

Proving negligence in birth injury cases requires testimony from experts. Established birth injury lawyers have connections with respected medical professionals who can evaluate your case and provide expert testimony.

A skilled birth injury lawyer will work with medical and economic experts to calculate the lifetime costs of your child's injury, ensuring that any settlement or verdict accounts for future medical care, therapy, adaptive equipment, education, and lost earning potential.

With over 40 years of experience, Moseley Collins Law has helped numerous families affected by birth injuries secure the compensation they deserve. Our approach is compassionate yet thorough, focusing on building strong cases while supporting families through the legal process.

We begin with a free, no-obligation consultation to understand the circumstances of your child's injury. While we cannot provide legal advice until we formally represent you, we can help point you in the right direction even if we determine we can't take your case.

Our team works diligently to gather all relevant medical records, interview witnesses, and consult with experts to build a compelling case that clearly demonstrates negligence and its connection to your child's injuries.

We fight for compensation that addresses all aspects of your child's injury, including:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Rehabilitation costs
• Specialized equipment and home modifications
• Special education needs
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of future earning capacity

We have won millions for our clients in birth injury cases, helping families secure the financial resources needed to provide optimal care for their children.

Understanding what to expect from the legal process can help reduce anxiety and prepare you for the journey ahead.

After your initial consultation, if we believe you have a viable case, we'll conduct a thorough investigation, obtaining medical records and consulting with experts. If negligence is confirmed, we'll file a complaint against the responsible parties.

During discovery, both sides exchange information through document requests, written questions (interrogatories), and depositions. Experts will review the evidence and provide opinions on the standard of care.

Many birth injury cases settle before trial. We'll negotiate aggressively on your behalf, ensuring any settlement offer adequately addresses your child's current and future needs.

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we're fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our experienced lawyers will present a compelling case to the jury, fighting for the maximum compensation possible.

If your child suffered a birth injury at one of these hospitals, our team is familiar with their protocols and can effectively investigate your case:

• Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
• Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
• San Ramon Regional Medical Center
• Contra Costa Regional Medical Center

Moseley Collins Law serves families throughout Moraga and surrounding communities in Contra Costa County, including:

• Lafayette
• Orinda
• Walnut Creek
• Pleasant Hill
• Concord
• Danville
• San Ramon
• Alamo
• Martinez
• Pittsburg
• Antioch
• Brentwood
• Oakley
• El Cerrito
• Richmond
• San Pablo
• Pinole
• Hercules

We also serve clients in neighboring counties, extending our reach to families throughout the East Bay and beyond.

Early recognition of birth injury symptoms is crucial for both medical intervention and legal action. Some signs may be immediately apparent, while others develop over time as the child misses developmental milestones.

• Breathing problems at birth
• Seizures within 48 hours of birth
• Bruising, swelling, or abnormal shape of the head
• Arm weakness or limpness
• Excessive fussiness or lethargy
• Difficulty feeding or sucking
• Low Apgar scores

• Delayed motor skills
• Difficulty with coordination
• Speech delays
• Excessive drooling
• Stiff muscles or favoring one side of the body
• Missed developmental milestones

If you notice these signs, consult with a medical professional immediately. Then, reach out to a birth injury lawyer to discuss your legal options.

When selecting a birth injury lawyer to handle your case, consider these important factors:

Choose a lawyer with specific experience in birth injury cases, not just general personal injury law. At Moseley Collins Law, we have dedicated significant portions of our 40+ years of practice to helping families affected by birth injuries.

Look for a firm with a proven history of successful verdicts and settlements in birth injury cases. While past results don't guarantee future outcomes, they demonstrate the firm's capability and experience.

Birth injury cases require significant resources and access to experts. Ensure the firm you choose has the financial stability to pursue your case thoroughly and connections with respected medical professionals.

If your child has suffered a birth injury in Moraga or surrounding areas, don't face this challenging time alone. Moseley Collins Law offers free consultations to help you understand your legal options and determine if you have a viable case.

While no amount of compensation can undo the harm caused to your child, financial recovery can provide the resources needed for the best possible care and quality of life. Our compassionate team will guide you through every step of the legal process, fighting tirelessly for the justice and compensation your family deserves.

Contact Moseley Collins Law today at 800-426-5546 to schedule your free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.

Don't delay—the sooner we begin investigating your case, the better we can protect your rights and build a strong claim for compensation.