Seattle Birth Injury Attorneys
Justice and Compassion for Victims of Birth Injuries in Seattle
Learning that your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence or mistakes made during labor and delivery can be a devastating experience. It can be overwhelming to come to terms with potentially lifelong medical complications, physical impairments, and emotional and financial hardships resulting from a birth injury.
At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, we know it takes immense courage to seek justice for your child. Our birth injury attorneys are dedicated to providing justice and advocacy for families and victims of birth injuries in the Seattle area and throughout Washington state. Our respected legal team has the resources and experience to hold accountable the medical professionals or hospitals responsible for your child's injury. We work to be the “perfect fit” for families in need of birth injury lawyers: we are large enough to have all the resources needed to tackle the most serious cases, but small enough to maintain a close, personal connection with all our clients and tailor our representation to their particular needs and goals.
Seeking Compensation for Birth Injuries
Our Seattle birth injury attorneys at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender are devoted to aiding families in obtaining justice and compensation for damages resulting from medical malpractice during childbirth. Recognizing the emotional and financial burden birth injuries impose, we offer the legal assistance and direction needed during this difficult period.
When pursuing a birth injury claim, it is important to consider:
- The statute of limitations for filing a claim in Washington
- The types of damages that may be recoverable in a birth injury case
- The legal advocacy and representation you will receive from our experienced attorneys
Reach out to our award-winning attorneys now for a caring and effective approach to your birth injury case. Schedule a consultation to learn how we can assist your family.
How We Can Help Committed to Our Clients No Matter What
Types of Birth Injury Cases We Can Handle
We know that navigating the legal system after your baby experiences a birth injury can be daunting. We take pride in having the depth of resources and experience to support Washington families, no matter how complex or difficult their case may be.
Our attorneys at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender are prepared to handle a wide range of birth injury cases, including:
- Bilirubinemia
- Brachial plexus injuries
- Brain cooling
- Brain injury
- Cerebral palsy
- Chemical birth defects
- Developmental delays
- Erb's palsy
- Excessive Pitocin
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
- Forceps and vacuum injuries
- Kernicterus
- Microcephaly
- Paraplegia & quadriplegia spinal cord injuries
- Preeclampsia
- Shoulder dystocia
- Visual cortical impairment (VCI)
What Are Common Causes Of Birth Injuries?
Birth injuries often originate from medical negligence or errors during pregnancy, childbirth, and delivery. As seasoned birth injury attorneys in Seattle, we frequently encounter cases where inadequate monitoring of the mother and fetus led to serious complications. Failing to detect and address fetal distress can result in conditions like cerebral palsy and oxygen deprivation.
The misuse of delivery instruments such as forceps or vacuum extractors, leading to physical injuries like fractures or brachial plexus damage, is another common cause. Additionally, significant harm can occur from delaying a cesarean delivery when complications arise.
Other critical factors that can lead to birth complications include medication errors and the misdiagnosis of conditions like gestational diabetes or preeclampsia. As seasoned birth injury lawyers in Seattle, we thoroughly investigate these cases to hold negligent parties accountable and strive to secure the compensation your family deserves. If you suspect medical malpractice played a role in your child's birth injury, contact a Seattle birth injury attorney at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender to pursue justice.
If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence in Seattle or elsewhere in Washington, contact us online or call us at (206) 208-0318 to schedule a consultation to discuss the particulars of your case.
Our Firm Gets Results
At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, we understand every birth injury case is unique and requires a tailored approach. We take pride in providing personalized support and service to our clients backed up by over five decades of experience.
Our track record of results includes the following:
- $17 million verdict in an out-of-state birth injury/hypoglycemia case. Infant left in a permanent vegetative state after a failure to diagnose neonatal hypoglycemia.
- $2.7 million verdict in a birth injury/shoulder dystocia (entrapment in birth canal) case. Infant has a permanently partially disabled arm.
- $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.
- $1.7 million verdict/settlement in a birth injury/delayed delivery case. Child suffers from cognitive disabilities.
- $1.5 million settlement for failure to perform a C-section to deliver a baby showing clear signs of fetal distress.
Understanding Washington's Birth Injury Statute of Limitations
In Washington, parents of children who have suffered a birth injury have a limited time period in which to file a medical malpractice claim on behalf of their injured child. This time limit is known as the medical malpractice “statute of limitations”, and courts apply the limit strictly. The statute of limitation for birth injuries in Washington is somewhat complex; many factors go into determining the particular time limit in any given case, so you should not delay in contacting an attorney to analyze that time limit. If you fail to file a suit before the time limit expires, your case can be dismissed from court.
If you have reason to believe that your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical error or negligence, it is imperative that you seek the legal guidance of an experienced birth injury attorney as soon as possible. Notwithstanding the requirements set by Washington’s medical malpractice statute of limitations, timely action can help ensure that critical evidence is available to make the strongest case possible.
Maximizing Your Compensation for Birth Injuries in Seattle
At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, we understand that a birth injury can cause immense physical, emotional, and financial hardship. For families facing financial hardship due to a birth injury, financial compensation can help provide the resources they need to adequately care for their child and provide them with the best chance for a healthy and fulfilling life. It also can give them the opportunity to seek justice by holding negligent parties accountable for their actions.
We are dedicated to helping families of victims seek justice and compensation for injuries caused by medical negligence or error in Seattle and throughout Washington state. Our experienced attorneys have decades of experience representing clients with birth injury cases and recovering millions in damages on their behalf.
Parents pursuing legal action after their child has suffered a birth injury may be able to seek financial compensation for the following:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, behavioral therapy and other rehabilitation care needs
- Equipment and home modification expenses
- Travel and transportation expenses
- Educational needs
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement or disability
- Emotional distress
Contact our experienced birth injury lawyers to review your case and discuss all possible recovery options available.
Supporting Families in Seattle: Navigating Birth Injury Challenges Together
Living in Seattle, you are part of a vibrant and diverse community, but when faced with the heart-wrenching reality of a birth injury, it can feel profoundly isolating. At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, we understand the unique challenges that families in our area encounter. We can guide you through every step of this journey.
Compassionate Legal Support for Birth Injuries in Seattle
Seattle's bustling healthcare landscape offers access to top-tier medical facilities, yet the risk of medical negligence remains a concern. We recognize that the emotional and financial toll of a birth injury can be particularly overwhelming in a city with a high cost of living. Our dedicated team is committed to alleviating these pressures by providing compassionate and effective legal support tailored specifically to the needs of Seattle families.
Whether you reside in Capitol Hill, Ballard, West Seattle, or any other neighborhood, our attorneys are deeply familiar with the local community and its resources. We strive to pursue the justice and compensation your family deserves, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—caring for your child.
At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, our mission is to be your steadfast ally during this challenging time. We believe that no family should have to navigate the aftermath of a birth injury alone. Our legal knowledge and genuine compassion for our clients drive us to fight tirelessly on your behalf.
Trust Schroeter Goldmark & Bender to provide the support and advocacy you need. Together, we can navigate these challenges and pursue a brighter future for your family.
Your Legal Advocate for Birth Injury Cases in Seattle
At Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, our experienced attorneys have decades of experience successfully handling complex birth injury cases and can provide personalized support to Washington families through every step of the legal process. We are dedicated to fighting for your rights and helping you get the justice your child deserves. Our attorneys will strive to help you achieve maximum compensation on behalf of you and your injured child so they have access to the best care possible now and throughout their life.
If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence in Seattle or elsewhere in Washington state, contact our experienced legal team online or call us at (206) 208-0318 to schedule a consultationto discuss the particulars of your case.
Commonly Asked Questions
How can I determine if a birth injury was caused by medical negligence?
Examine medical records and seek advice from legal professionals experienced in birth injury lawsuits to determine if medical negligence caused the injury. They can evaluate if standard care was breached and if it contributed to the damage.
Can Schroeter Goldmark & Bender Represent Birth Injury Cases Outside of Seattle?
Yes, we can represent birth injury cases throughout Washington state. Our legal team is equipped to handle cases in various locations, providing families across the state with access to our high-quality services and legal support.
What Type of Compensation Can Be Pursued in a Birth Injury Lawsuit in Washington?
