Birth Injury Lawyer in Selma, CA

When the joy of welcoming a new life turns into a medical tragedy, families in Selma, California need dedicated legal support. Birth injuries can transform what should be a celebratory occasion into a lifetime of medical challenges, emotional distress, and financial burden. At Moseley Collins Law, we understand the devastating impact a birth injury can have on your family. With over 40 years of experience helping families across California, our birth injury lawyers provide compassionate representation to hold negligent medical professionals accountable and secure the compensation your child deserves.

Birth injuries differ from birth defects in that they result from complications during labor and delivery, often due to medical negligence or improper care. In Selma and throughout Fresno County, families face these challenges with limited local legal resources specifically focused on birth injury cases.

Birth injuries can range from mild to severe, with some causing lifelong complications. Some of the most common birth injuries we see in cases from Selma and surrounding areas include:

• Cerebral Palsy: Often caused by oxygen deprivation during birth, leading to motor function impairment
• Brachial Plexus Injuries: Including Erb's Palsy and Klumpke's Palsy, affecting arm and shoulder movement
• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation
• Fractures: Particularly clavicle and skull fractures during difficult deliveries
• Facial Paralysis: Resulting from pressure on facial nerves during delivery
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Leading to partial or complete paralysis
• Intracranial Hemorrhage: Bleeding in or around the brain
• Caput Succedaneum: Swelling of the soft tissues of the baby's scalp
• Cephalohematoma: Collection of blood between the skull and periosteum
• Shoulder Dystocia: When the baby's shoulder becomes lodged during delivery

When facing the aftermath of a birth injury, having experienced legal representation is crucial to navigating the complex medical and legal landscape.

Not all birth injuries result from medical negligence. To have a valid birth injury lawsuit in Selma or elsewhere in California, your lawyer must establish:

1. A doctor-patient relationship existed, creating a duty of care
2. The medical professional breached the standard of care
3. This breach directly caused the birth injury
4. The injury resulted in damages (medical expenses, pain and suffering, etc.)

At Moseley Collins Law, we conduct thorough investigations, consulting with experts to determine if your child's injury resulted from negligence and warrants legal action.

Families affected by birth injuries often face substantial financial burdens. A successful birth injury lawsuit can provide compensation for:

• Current and future medical treatments
• Rehabilitation and therapy costs
• Specialized medical equipment
• Home modifications
• Medication and supplies

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

• Special education needs
• Ongoing care and assistance
• Loss of future earning capacity

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the lifetime cost of caring for a child with a severe birth injury can exceed millions of dollars. Our goal at Moseley Collins Law is to secure compensation that addresses both immediate and long-term needs of affected families in Selma.

Families in Selma have access to several healthcare facilities in the region. While we do not endorse any specific facility, these local hospitals serve the Selma community:

• Adventist Health Selma
• Community Regional Medical Center (Fresno)
• Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center
• Valley Children's Healthcare

Moseley Collins Law serves families affected by birth injuries throughout Selma and surrounding communities in Fresno County, including:

• Fowler
• Kingsburg
• Parlier
• Sanger
• Reedley
• Del Rey
• Caruthers
• Laton
• Riverdale
• San Joaquin
• Kerman
• Fresno
• Clovis
• Easton
• Malaga
• Calwa
• Biola
• Tranquillity
• Mendota
• Firebaugh

Selecting the right legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your birth injury case. At Moseley Collins Law, we bring several advantages to families in Selma seeking justice:

Birth injury cases require focused knowledge of both medicine and law. With over 40 years of experience handling complex medical malpractice and birth injury cases, our firm has the expertise to navigate these challenging claims effectively.

We understand that behind every case is a family going through one of the most difficult experiences imaginable. Our approach centers on compassion and communication, ensuring you remain informed and supported throughout the legal process.

While we cannot guarantee specific outcomes for your case, our firm has successfully recovered millions for our clients in birth injury and medical malpractice cases. Our hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google reflect our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your family. This arrangement allows all families in Selma, regardless of financial situation, to access high-quality legal representation for birth injury cases.

Understanding what to expect when pursuing a birth injury lawsuit can help families prepare for the journey ahead.

Your path to justice begins with a free consultation. During this meeting, we'll discuss your child's injury, the circumstances of the birth, and evaluate whether you have grounds for a lawsuit. Call 800-426-5546 to schedule your confidential consultation.

If we determine you have a valid claim, our team will:

1. Obtain and review all relevant medical records
2. Consult with experts to identify deviations from the standard of care
3. Calculate the full extent of damages, including future care needs
4. Identify all potentially liable parties

Many birth injury cases resolve through negotiation before trial. Our experienced negotiators will work to secure a fair settlement that addresses your child's current and future needs.

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are fully prepared to present your case in court. Our lawyers have extensive experience advocating for families before judges and juries.

If your child has suffered a birth injury in Selma or surrounding areas of Fresno County, the legal team at Moseley Collins Law is here to help. We offer free consultations and will point you in the right direction even if we cannot represent you in your specific case.

While we cannot provide legal advice until we formally represent you, our initial consultation can help you understand your options and determine the best path forward for your family.

The path to justice and compensation begins with a single call. Contact us today at 800-426-5546 to speak with a birth injury lawyer who understands the unique challenges faced by families in Selma, California.

Remember that time limitations apply to birth injury cases, so it's essential to reach out as soon as possible to protect your rights and your child's future.

At Moseley Collins Law, we're committed to helping Selma families affected by birth injuries navigate the legal system with dignity and receive the compensation they deserve. Let our experience work for you during this challenging time.