Birth Injury Lawyer in Orcutt, CA

When the joy of welcoming a new child into the world is overshadowed by a preventable birth injury, families in Orcutt, California need specialized legal representation. Birth injuries can lead to lifelong challenges, substantial medical expenses, and emotional distress for both the child and their family. At Moseley Collins Law, we understand the complex nature of birth injury cases and have dedicated over 40 years to advocating for families affected by medical negligence during childbirth.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they are typically preventable and occur due to complications during labor and delivery. These injuries can range from mild conditions that resolve quickly to severe impairments requiring lifelong care and support. When medical professionals fail to adhere to the standard of care, resulting in harm to your newborn, you may have grounds for a birth injury lawsuit.

Birth injuries can manifest in various ways, affecting different parts of a newborn's body and potentially causing long-term complications:

• Cerebral Palsy: Often resulting from oxygen deprivation during birth, cerebral palsy affects muscle coordination and body movement.
• Brachial Plexus Injuries: Including Erb's Palsy and Klumpke's Palsy, these injuries affect the network of nerves controlling the shoulders, arms, and hands.
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation that can lead to developmental delays, cognitive impairments, and seizures.
• Shoulder Dystocia: When a baby's shoulders become stuck during delivery, potentially causing fractures or nerve damage.
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Can result in partial or complete paralysis depending on the severity and location of damage.
• Facial Paralysis: Often caused by pressure on facial nerves during delivery or improper use of forceps.
• Caput Succedaneum and Cephalohematoma: Swelling or bleeding in the scalp tissues.
• Intracranial Hemorrhage: Bleeding in or around the brain that can cause permanent brain damage.
• Fractures: Particularly of the clavicle (collarbone) or skull.
• Kernicterus: Brain damage resulting from untreated severe jaundice.

If you suspect your child's birth injury resulted from medical negligence, consulting with a specialized birth injury lawyer is crucial. Consider reaching out to Moseley Collins Law if:

• Your child exhibits symptoms of a birth injury
• Medical professionals suggested that complications occurred during delivery
• You were not properly informed of risks during pregnancy or labor
• There were delays in performing necessary procedures like emergency C-sections
• Your concerns during pregnancy or labor were dismissed by healthcare providers
• Monitoring equipment was not properly used or interpreted during labor

A specialized birth injury lawyer from Moseley Collins Law can provide invaluable assistance to families facing the challenges of a birth injury:

We offer free consultations to families in Orcutt and surrounding areas to evaluate the circumstances surrounding your child's birth injury. Our team will review medical records, consult with experts, and determine if negligence occurred during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.

Birth injury cases require extensive knowledge of both medical and legal principles. Our lawyers work with a network of medical experts to establish:

• The appropriate standard of care that should have been provided
• How healthcare providers deviated from this standard
• How this deviation directly caused your child's injuries
• The full extent of damages resulting from the injury

Families affected by birth injuries often face substantial financial burdens. We fight for compensation that covers:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Rehabilitation and therapy costs
• Specialized equipment and accommodations
• Home modifications
• Educational support
• Lost earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress

While no amount of money can undo the harm caused to your child, appropriate compensation can ensure they receive the care and support needed to achieve their maximum potential.

Orcutt residents have access to several medical facilities in the surrounding area. If your child sustained a birth injury at any of these hospitals, our team can investigate the circumstances and advocate for your family's rights:

• Marian Regional Medical Center
• Lompoc Valley Medical Center
• Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
• Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
• Arroyo Grande Community Hospital

Understanding the legal process can help families prepare for what lies ahead when pursuing a birth injury claim in California:

The first step involves gathering all relevant medical records and having them reviewed by experts to identify instances of negligence or substandard care.

If evidence of medical negligence exists, your lawyer will file a formal complaint against the responsible parties, which may include doctors, nurses, hospitals, or medical groups.

Both sides exchange information through written questions, document requests, and depositions (sworn testimonies) of witnesses and experts.

Many birth injury cases resolve through settlement negotiations, avoiding the need for a trial. Our attorneys at Moseley Collins Law have secured millions in settlements for clients, though we cannot discuss specific case results.

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your case may proceed to trial where a judge or jury will determine liability and damages.

With over 40 years of experience representing families affected by medical negligence, Moseley Collins Law has established a reputation for compassionate client service and aggressive advocacy. Our approach to birth injury cases is distinguished by:

• Specialized Expertise: We focus on complex medical malpractice and birth injury cases.
• Resources to Challenge Large Institutions: We have the financial and professional resources to stand up against hospitals and insurance companies.
• Client-Centered Approach: We maintain regular communication with clients and provide personalized attention to each case.
• No Upfront Costs: We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your family.
• Track Record of Success: We have won millions for our clients in birth injury and medical malpractice cases.
• Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews: Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google.

Moseley Collins Law is proud to serve families throughout Orcutt and the surrounding communities in Santa Barbara County, including:

• Old Orcutt
• Foxenwood
• Evergreen Acres
• Bradley
• Santa Maria
• Lompoc
• Vandenberg Village
• Los Alamos
• Ballard
• Solvang
• Buellton
• Los Olivos
• Santa Ynez
• Guadalupe
• Nipomo
• Arroyo Grande
• Grover Beach
• Pismo Beach

If your child suffered injuries during birth that you believe resulted from medical negligence, contact Moseley Collins Law at 800-426-5546 for a free consultation. While we cannot offer legal advice until we formally represent you, we can evaluate your situation and point you in the right direction, even if we determine we cannot take your case.

During your consultation, we will:

• Listen carefully to your account of what happened
• Ask relevant questions about your pregnancy, labor, and delivery
• Explain the potential legal options available to you
• Outline what to expect from the legal process
• Answer any questions you may have about pursuing a birth injury claim