Birth Injury Lawyer in Pacific Grove, CA

When medical negligence leads to complications during childbirth, the consequences can be devastating for families in Pacific Grove and throughout Monterey County. Birth injuries can result in lifelong medical needs, ongoing therapy, and significant emotional distress. A qualified birth injury lawyer serves as your advocate during this challenging time, helping you pursue justice and secure the compensation your family deserves.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they result from preventable actions or omissions during pregnancy, labor, or delivery. In Pacific Grove, California, parents have the legal right to seek compensation when medical negligence causes harm to their child.

Birth injuries vary in severity and can affect a child throughout their lifetime. Some common birth injuries include:

• Cerebral Palsy
• Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb's Palsy)
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
• Intracranial Hemorrhage
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Fractures of the Clavicle or Other Bones
• Facial Paralysis
• Caput Succedaneum
• Cephalohematoma
• Subconjunctival Hemorrhage

Pursuing a birth injury law suit requires specific legal expertise and resources. A birth injury lawyer serving Pacific Grove residents provides crucial support in several ways:

Your lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation of the circumstances surrounding your child's birth, gathering medical records, witness statements, and expert opinions to build a compelling case.

Multiple parties may share responsibility for a birth injury, including doctors, nurses, hospitals, or medical device manufacturers. Your lawyer will identify all potentially liable parties to maximize your recovery.

Birth injuries often result in substantial expenses, including:

• Current and future medical costs
• Therapy and rehabilitation
• Adaptive equipment and home modifications
• Lost wages for parents providing care
• Pain and suffering
• Diminished quality of life

An experienced birth injury lawyer will work with experts to accurately calculate the full extent of damages your family has suffered and will face in the future.

Most birth injury cases settle before trial, but negotiations can be complex. Your lawyer will advocate for fair compensation while preparing to take your case to court if necessary to achieve justice.

For families in Pacific Grove seeking legal representation for birth injury claims, Moseley Collins Law offers:

With over 40 years of experience representing families affected by medical negligence, our legal team understands the complexities of birth injury cases and how to navigate California's medical malpractice laws.

Moseley Collins Law has secured millions for clients in birth injury cases, providing families with the resources they need to ensure their children receive proper care.

We recognize the emotional and financial strain a birth injury places on families. Our team provides compassionate support throughout the legal process, maintaining clear communication and accessibility.

We handle birth injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your family. We also offer free consultations to discuss your case and potential legal options.

Pacific Grove families typically receive obstetric and pediatric care at these local hospitals:

• Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
• Natividad Medical Center
• Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System
• Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz
• Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

If your child suffered a birth injury at one of these facilities or any other medical center, contact Moseley Collins Law to discuss your legal options.

Birth injuries often result from preventable medical errors or negligence, including:

When fetal distress occurs, prompt action is essential. Delays in performing a necessary cesarean section can lead to oxygen deprivation and permanent brain damage.

Forceps and vacuum extractors can cause serious injuries when used incorrectly, including skull fractures, brain bleeds, and nerve damage.

Administering the wrong medication or incorrect dosage during labor can harm both mother and baby.

Healthcare providers must closely monitor maternal and fetal vital signs throughout labor and delivery to identify and address complications promptly.

Signs of fetal distress, such as abnormal heart rate, require immediate medical intervention.

Conditions like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, or maternal infections require specialized care to prevent birth injuries.

Moseley Collins Law provides legal representation to families throughout Pacific Grove and surrounding communities, including:

• Monterey
• Carmel-by-the-Sea
• Pebble Beach
• Del Monte Forest
• Seaside
• Marina
• Sand City
• Del Rey Oaks
• Carmel Valley
• Big Sur
• Moss Landing
• Castroville
• Prunedale
• Salinas
• Gonzales
• Soledad
• Greenfield
• King City

No matter where in Monterey County your family resides, our legal team is available to help you pursue justice for your child's birth injury.

Early identification of birth injuries is crucial for both medical treatment and legal claims. Watch for these potential signs:

• Difficulty sucking, swallowing, or feeding
• Arched back while crying
• Excessive drooling
• Muscle stiffness or looseness
• Favoring one side of the body
• Seizures
• Unusual eye movements
• Sensitivity to light
• Weak or absent reflexes

• Missing developmental milestones
• Delayed speech or language development
• Poor coordination
• Difficulty with fine motor skills
• Intellectual disabilities

If you notice these symptoms, seek medical evaluation promptly and consider consulting a birth injury lawyer to understand your legal options.

Birth injury cases often hinge on expert testimony establishing the standard of care and how healthcare providers deviated from it. Moseley Collins Law works with highly qualified experts who can effectively explain complex medical concepts to judges and juries.

These experts help demonstrate:

• What the standard of care should have been
• How healthcare providers failed to meet this standard
• How this failure directly caused your child's injuries
• The extent and long-term impact of these injuries

Moseley Collins Law has earned hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google from families we've helped through difficult times. While each case is unique, our commitment to personalized service, regular communication, and aggressive advocacy remains constant.

If your child has suffered a birth injury in Pacific Grove or elsewhere in Monterey County, contact Moseley Collins Law at 800-426-5546 for a free consultation. During this initial meeting, we'll:

• Listen to your story
• Answer your questions
• Explain potential legal options
• Outline next steps if we believe you have a valid claim

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 cannot take your case.