Parents never expect to be told their newborn has brain damage. Sadly, errors and negligence during delivery can cause infant brain damage. The consequences can include life-altering impairments and disabilities for the child. Call us at (904) 396-1100. We are here to help you seek justice for your child.
At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we obtain top results and have an exceptional reputation as Jacksonville’s top-rated injury attorneys. Our lawyers have over 80 years of collective legal experience. We are passionate about helping injured victims and their families receive fair compensation. We have won tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients in Jacksonville, Florida.
Contact our law offices to schedule a free consultation with one of our Jacksonville infant brain damage lawyers.
How Our Jacksonville Medical Malpractice Lawyers Can Help You With an Infant Brain Damage Claim
If your child sustained a brain injury during labor and delivery, they could face a lifetime of challenges. They may require long-term personal and/or medical care. The brain damage may cause impairments that prevent them from working or enjoying a full life. We can help you file a personal injury claim on behalf of your child seeking compensation for damages.
Our top-rated medical malpractice lawyers in Jacksonville are qualified to help you every step of the way. We’ll work hard to pursue claims against the negligent parties who caused your baby’s brain damage. We will hold them accountable for their actions by demanding financial compensation for the damages they caused.
When you hire our award-winning personal injury lawyers in Jacksonville, we will:
- Investigate the cause of your child’s brain damage
- Determine the factors that led to the birth injury
- Identify all parties who may be liable for damages
- File insurance and personal injury claims for the total value of your damages
- Work with leading medical specialists and other experts to build a solid case for malpractice
- Aggressively pursue fair settlements
- Go to court if the at-fault parties refuse to negotiate in good faith
Numerous organizations have given our lawyers top ratings and awards for their legal services. We have been included in Super Lawyers each year since 2009, and Florida Trends Legal Elite has recognized our attorneys multiple times. We also have the highest peer review rating awarded by Martindale-Hubbell.
We are here to help you navigate the claims process as you seek justice for your baby. Call us to request a free case evaluation from an experienced infant brain damage lawyer in Jacksonville, FL.
Signs and Symptoms That Could Indicate Infant Brain Damage
Your baby should be monitored closely for signs of brain damage if there are any problems with labor and delivery. Things to watch for include:
- Difficult feeding
- Distorted or abnormal facial features
- Inability to sleep lying down
- Seizures
- Cannot move eyes or neck
- Abnormal temperament or behavior
- Odd-sized or shaped head
- Frequent crying, especially while arching the back
Some infants may not show signs of brain damage until they fail to meet certain developmental milestones. A baby may not crawl, roll over, or sit up at the expected times. Parents may also notice muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and the inability to control fine motor movements.
If your child displays abnormal behavior or delays, contact your doctor immediately. Prompt medical treatment can help avoid further complications from infant brain damage.
Common Causes of Infant Brain Damage During Labor and Delivery
Some cases of infant brain damage are congenital, meaning the damage is caused by a disease or physical abnormality present from birth. However, medical negligence and errors cause some causes of infant brain damage.
Examples of malpractice and negligence that can result in infant brain damage include:
- Oxygen deprivation during labor and delivery (birth asphyxia)
- Leaving the baby in the birth canal too long
- Compressed umbilical cord
- Fetal distress
- Premature birth
- Incorrectly using vacuums and forceps
- Placenta separation
- Aggressively pulling the baby from the birth canal
Any head trauma during labor and delivery can cause infant brain damage, as can many other causes.
What Damages Can You Receive for an Infant Brain Injury Claim in Jacksonville, FL?
Your baby’s brain damage can result in devastating non-economic damages and economic damages. Examples of the compensation for infant brain damage caused by medical malpractice include:
- The past and future cost of medical care
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Long-term personal care for your child
- Diminished earning capacity and lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life and enjoyment of life
- Permanent impairments and disabilities
- Rehabilitation and vocational therapies
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Our Jacksonville infant brain damage lawyers will work to obtain the maximum value for your damages. We want to help you recover the money you need and deserve to care for your child after malpractice and negligence resulted in infant brain damage.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Jacksonville Infant Brain Injury Lawyers
Medical malpractice claims and birth injury claims are complicated personal injury cases. You must have strong evidence proving malpractice to win your case.
At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, our lawyers have extensive experience handling medical malpractice claims. Call us for a free review with a trusted Jacksonville infant brain damage attorney.
