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Trial expertise. Not all birth injuries are the result of negligence. Explaining to a jury that the injuries at hand are caused by negligence requires that the legal team fully understand all of the issues. Additionally, birth injury victims are often faced with jurors under the impression that medical lawsuits are frivolous and groundless. SGB knows how to address these biases in trial.
Thorough investigations. If we believe the injuries may have been caused by negligence, we begin a very thorough review of the medical records. Our team knows what to look for, and also consults with expert nurses and doctors about the care provided in the case. We explain our evaluation clearly to clients, so the family learns from the process.
Understanding of medical terminology and systems. Sorting through records can be extremely difficult for people trying to determine for themselves what went wrong. At SGB, we have experience in reviewing charts and electronic records. We talk with our clients about our review, so they understand their case. Medical malpractice cases often involve insurers, L&I benefits, VA plans, and other third parties. SGB attorneys are experienced in sorting out these players.
Client support. When a child has been injured during birth, our clients usually are overwhelmed with care of their baby and the resulting impact on their lives. We try to minimize the amount of time the case takes from clients’ daily lives. We support our clients from intake to trial and every step between.
Developmental screenings. Birth injury cases are unique because sometimes it is not clear whether there are developmental delays until more than three years have passed. If you suspect that there was negligent care during birth, we can advise you about developmental screening and early identification of problems that may be related to birth trauma.
Related legal services, Our legal team also includes attorneys devoted to advocating for adults and children requiring financial and medical support for their disabilities. We will work with clients to help them navigate the maze of benefits programs.
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$17 million verdict in a birth injury/ hypoglycemia case. Infant left in a permanent vegetative state after a failure to diagnose neonatal hypoglycemia.
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$2.7 million verdict in a birth injury/ shoulder dystocia (entrapment in birth canal) case. Infant has a permanently partially disabled arm.
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$3.4 million verdict in a birth injury/ neonatal resuscitation case. Infant suffers from some developmental delay and walking disabilities caused by failure to properly resuscitate following a difficult labor.
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$1.7 million verdict/settlement in a birth injury/ delayed delivery case. Child suffers from cognitive disabilities.
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