What Is the Difference Between a Birth Defect and a Birth Injury? Video Transcription: A birth defect is present when the baby is delivered. It may result from genetics. It may result from medication taken during the first trimester, such as Zofran. A birth injury occurs as a result of the labor and delivery process. […]
Are Birth Injuries Preventable?
Are Birth Injuries Preventable? Video Transcription: If your child has suffered from a birth injury, you should contact an experienced birth injury lawyer to discuss that with them whether the injury could have been preventable. Injuries occur when there is miscommunication or a lack of communication between health care providers. It may be between the […]
I Signed A Consent form — Can I Still Make a Claim?
I Signed a Consent Form. Does That Mean I Have No Basis for a Lawsuit? Video Transcription: Signing of consent form will not prevent you from investigating whether or not you have medical malpractice claim as a result of birth injury. However, there are certain states which will bar you from pursuing a medical malpractice […]
How Do I Determine If My Baby’s Disability Is Due to a Birth Injury?
How Do I Determine If My Baby’s Disability Is Due to a Birth Injury? Video Transcription: In order to determine if your baby’s injury was a result of malpractice, you will want to contact a birth injury lawyer who’s been experienced and dedicated to this line of work. If you have additional questions, please contact […]
Is There a Fee to Talk to a Birth Injury Attorney?
Is There a Fee to Talk to a Birth Injury Attorney? Video Transcription: Obstetrical malpractice cases are on a contingency fee basis. That means that any fee is contingent on the outcome of the case. It does not cost you anything to pick up the phone and call an experienced birth injury lawyer, for them […]
What Types of Birth Injuries Do You Investigate?
What Types of Birth Injuries Do You Investigate? Video Transcription: We investigate all types of birth injury matters. The most common type of birth injuries as a result of malpractice occur as a result of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy also known as HIE. This occurs when there’s oxygen and/or blood flow deprivation to the brain as […]
How Long Before Birth Injury Cases Go to Trial?
Once a Birth Injury Case Has Been Filed, How Long Does It Typically Take to Go to Trial? Video Transcription: We have to be very selective in the types of cases we pursue, because they’re heavily litigious cases and they do take some time. From the date you file the complaint up until trial, typically, […]
How Do I Get Help to Meet My Child’s Needs Now and in the Future?
How Can I Obtain Help to Meet My Child’s Needs Now and in the Future? Video Transcription Each case that we pursue will have a life care plan which will outline everything you and your family will need for the rest of your child’s life. From diapers on a daily basis and wipes, to long-term […]
If I Think My Child’s Injury Resulted from Negligent Prenatal Care, Can I Make A Claim?
If I Think My Child’s Injury Resulted from Negligent Prenatal Care, Can I Make A Claim? Video Transcription: You need to talk to an experienced birth injury lawyer to have that question answered. There are conditions that occur during the prenatal period which have to be monitored very closely by your prenatal doctor, by your […]
Is There a Limit to the Amount of Time I Have to Make a Malpractice Claim?
Is There a Limit to the Amount of Time I Have to Make a Malpractice Claim on Behalf of My Child? Video Transcription I’m often asked: “Am I able to bring a malpractice claim against a health care professional or has the time run out?” It’s such an important question to ask, because each state […]
The following reviews from our clients do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of another legal matter. The cases mentioned in the reviews are illustrative of some of the matters previously handled by Grant & Eisenhofer involving various areas of birth injury law. These reviews are endorsements.
The following reviews from our clients do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of another legal matter. The cases mentioned in the reviews are illustrative of some of the matters previously handled by Grant & Eisenhofer involving various areas of birth injury law. These reviews are endorsements.