Memphis Birth Injury Lawyers

Birth injuries can occur due to a multitude of factors. Some of these factors may be part of the practice of medicine. However, some warning signs that are indicative of medical neglect include a failure to perform a timely C-section, failure to recognize a baby’s distress in utero, using too much force during delivery, incorrectly measuring the size of the child, not letting the newborn get enough oxygen during delivery, or incorrectly diagnosing the mother’s medical condition and its impact on her newborn.

These cases occur due to a complex mix of facts and medicine. These unique cases require specialized skill, experts, and resources. It is critical to consult a birth injury attorney in Memphis or elsewhere who understands these nuances. For example, the burden of proof falls on the family to show that a doctor, hospital, or health care provider breached the relevant standard of care in the community, thereby causing the injury. Moreover, these cases require a deep understanding of how a birth injury impacts the child and the family – physically, emotionally, and financially. The attorneys of Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz has the dedicated personnel, resources, and skill to understand, investigate, and develop these kinds of cases. We are also equipped to handle wrongful death cases if the child passed away due to injuries sustained during labor or delivery.

Proving liability can shift the focus of the case to damages, which can be significant in a birth injury case. Two forms of economic losses are medical bills and loss of earning capacity. Victims of birth injuries typically require extensive long-term medical care. Non-economic losses are typically considerably high as well. This class of damages encompasses pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. At Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz, we have the resources to effectively develop the damages portion of the case, which often includes consulting with experts and economists.