A healthy baby is a blessing, but when medical professionals make preventable mistakes during labor and delivery, it can lead to devastating, lifelong consequences for your child. Every year, negligence by obstetricians, nurses, and hospital staff causes severe injuries to newborns across Florida. At The Cochran Firm South Florida, our experienced birth injury lawyers know how to investigate complex medical malpractice claims and prove negligence. We have a proven track record of recovering millions of dollars in compensation for families of seriously injured children.
We are dedicated to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable. If your child suffered a birth injury at a hospital or birthing center, our legal team is ready to assist families in:
If you suspect your baby's injuries were caused by medical negligence, you need strong legal representation to protect your child's future. Contact our birth injury attorneys today for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Expectant parents trust OB-GYN physicians, nurses, and hospital staff to adhere to the highest standards of medical care. Unfortunately, when a healthcare provider ignores safety protocols, misuses delivery instruments like forceps or vacuums, or fails to monitor fetal distress, it can result in life-altering trauma. Our Fort Lauderdale birth injury attorneys handle all types of severe birth injury claims, including:
In a Florida birth injury lawsuit, multiple parties may be held liable, including the delivering physician, attending nurses, the hospital facility, and the birthing center.
We understand that a severe birth injury can impact your child for the rest of their life. The cost of ongoing medical care, specialized therapies, and adaptive equipment can be financially overwhelming for any family. While no amount of money can undo the trauma your family has experienced, a successful birth injury lawsuit can provide the financial security necessary to give your child the best possible quality of life. Our legal team will aggressively pursue maximum compensation for damages, including:
The medical malpractice attorneys at The Cochran Firm South Florida are proud to stand up against powerful hospitals and insurance companies on behalf of injured children. If you are ready to demand justice, contact our team today.
If your child has suffered a severe birth injury due to medical negligence, do not wait to seek legal help. The experienced legal team at The Cochran Firm South Florida is ready to protect your rights and fight for the justice your family deserves.We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no legal fees unless we win your case. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your claim.
Because every case is unique, there is no single "average" settlement amount. However, severe birth injury cases involving permanent conditions like cerebral palsy or severe brain damage often result in multi-million dollar settlements or verdicts. The value of your claim depends heavily on the calculated lifetime cost of your child's medical care, lost future earning capacity, and the severity of the negligence involved. A personal injury lawyer can help evaluate the specific details of your case.
In Florida, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is generally two years from the date the incident occurred, or two years from the time the injury was (or should have been) discovered. However, Florida law includes a specific exception for minors known as "Tony's Law," which allows parents to file a medical malpractice lawsuit on behalf of their child up until the child's eighth birthday. Because these deadlines are strict, it is crucial to consult a birth injury attorney as soon as possible.
Not all complications during birth are the result of negligence. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider breaches the accepted standard of care, directly causing harm to the baby or mother. Proving this requires a thorough investigation of medical records and testimony from independent medical experts. If your child suffered an unexplained drop in heart rate, required emergency resuscitation, or was diagnosed with a neurological condition shortly after birth, you should have your case reviewed by a legal professional.
Depending on the circumstances of the delivery, multiple parties may be held liable. This can include the obstetrician, attending nurses, anesthesiologists, the hospital facility itself, or the manufacturer of defective delivery equipment. Our attorneys will identify all responsible parties to ensure you receive the maximum compensation available.
