Experience Matters
SGB Has You Covered
Serving Families Affected by Birth Injuries Since 1969
We represent families in Seattle and throughout Washington in cases involving birth injuries and medical negligence. Our attorneys draw on their knowledge of Washington medical malpractice law, hospitals, courts, and the participants involved in these cases.
Our investigation starts with the medical evidence. Depending on the circumstances, relevant materials may include prenatal records, fetal monitoring strips, delivery notes, neonatal records, medication records, test results, and staffing information.
A careful case evaluation may involve:
- Building a medical timeline: We organize records to understand the care provided before, during, and after delivery.
- Evaluating medical decisions: We consult medical professionals to assess possible departures from accepted care.
- Analyzing causation: We examine whether the suspected negligence contributed to the infant’s death.
- Developing a legal strategy: We tailor our approach to the evidence and the family’s needs and goals.
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Passion for JusticeWe fight for what's right and believe in the power of the courtroom to achieve justice for our clients and the community.
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Innovative, Strategic Approaches
Every case is unique. We craft our approach to each case to achieve exceptional results for our clients.
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Dedicated, Compassionate Service
We care about our clients. We listen to their goals, anticipate their needs, and keep our word.
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Experienced Trial Lawyers
SGB has decades of victories. We are skilled and seasoned trial lawyers, prepared to go the distance.
When Medical Negligence May Support an Infant Wrongful Death Claim
An infant’s death may support a wrongful death claim if the evidence shows that a healthcare provider or institution departed from the applicable standard of care and that departure caused the death. The standard of care is the treatment a reasonably careful provider would have delivered under similar circumstances. Establishing a claim generally requires medical evidence addressing both negligence and causation.
Who May Bring a Claim
Washington law may allow a parent or legal guardian who regularly contributed to the support of a minor child to bring or join an action after the child’s death. Eligibility depends on the family relationship, support, and other case-specific facts. Our infant wrongful death attorneys in Seattle can assess how these requirements may apply to your family.
Who May Be Responsible
Potentially responsible parties may include physicians, nurses, hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare entities. Liability depends on who provided the care, the relationships among the providers and institutions, and the legal theories supported by the medical evidence.
Potential Wrongful Death Damages
Depending on the claim and available evidence, damages may include medical expenses, funeral or burial costs, loss of services or financial support where applicable, and legally recognized losses involving the parent-child relationship. Losses connected to the infant’s treatment before death may need to be evaluated separately from those arising from the death itself.
How We Investigate an Infant Wrongful Death Case
As baby wrongful death lawyers, we gather critical records, establish a timeline of care, consult qualified medical professionals, and assess whether the evidence supports allegations of negligence. This process can reveal how providers responded to warning signs, test results, changes in fetal condition, or complications after birth.
Filing deadlines and procedural requirements can vary according to the defendants, claim type, and other circumstances. We identify the rules that may govern the case and explain the available legal options so the family can make an informed decision about what comes next.
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“I highly recommend Sergio.”
Sergio took the time to carefully listen to not only the facts of the incident but also how I felt about the whole situation. He was very accommodating and thoroughly explained my rights to me, while also detailing what legal remedies were available. He gave me a list of suggestions, but ultimately enabled me to make the final decision. I highly recommend Sergio.- Paulo -
“Adam was an excellent advocate and got us an excellent result.”
Liz and Adam were an outstanding team. They worked together very well, and you can tell they have a lot of respect for each other. Adam is a very experienced, skilled attorney, and it shows. He has incredible recall of the specific facts of the case he is working on and wowed us more than once with that ability. Adam was an excellent advocate and got us an excellent result. You will not be disappointed if you hire him as your attorney.- Anonymous -
“Mr. Weymuller and his team were professional, thorough, and caring.”
I couldn't have asked for better representation for my case. Mr. Weymuller and his team were professional, thorough, and caring. The whole office went above and beyond to ensure that I was cared for in the best possible way.- Karlee -
“Compassionate through the process.”
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“They are nationally respected trial lawyers, and I am always happy to recommend them to families looking for counsel.”
I am always impressed with their knowledge and experience of the law, as well as their professionalism and commitment to their clients' interests. They are nationally respected trial lawyers, and I am always happy to recommend them to families looking for counsel.- Emily T. -
“The SGB firm was a gift to our family.”
The SGB firm was a gift to our family. We couldn't have found a better team of people to act on our behalf.- The Larson Family
A Track Record of Success
A $600,000 Result in a Case Involving an Infant’s Death
We obtained a $600,000 result in a case involving the failure to diagnose and treat an intrauterine infection that led to a baby’s death. The case required close examination of how prenatal and delivery care affected the infant’s outcome.
Other published birth injury results include:
- A $3.4 million verdict involving negligent neonatal resuscitation
- A $1.5 million settlement involving failure to perform a C-section after signs of fetal distress
These historical cases involved different facts, evidence, defendants, and legal issues. Past results don’t guarantee or predict the outcome of another family’s case.
Get Answers About Your Infant’s Medical Care
We bring birth injury experience, knowledge of Washington medical malpractice law, and a personalized approach to every review. A free consultation can address which records may be relevant, whether the circumstances warrant further investigation, who may have legal standing, and which deadlines could affect a claim.
You don’t need to identify the responsible provider or understand every medical decision before contacting us. Our attorneys can review what is known, determine what additional evidence may be needed, and explain the next steps.
Call (206) 208-0318 to request your free case review with Schroeter Goldmark & Bender.
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Failure to Diagnose Neonatal Hypoglycemia $17 Million Verdict
$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.
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Neonatal Resuscitation $3.4 Million Verdict
$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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Shoulder Dystocia $2.7 Million Verdict
$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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Delayed Delivery $1.7 Million Verdict/Settlement
$1.7 million verdict/settlement in a birth injury/delayed delivery case. Child suffers from cognitive disabilities.
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Failure to Perform C-Section $1.5 Million Settlement
$1.5 million settlement for failure to perform a C-section to deliver a baby showing clear signs of fetal distress.
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Failure to Timely Transfer Care $1.5 Million Settlement
$1.5 million settlement for birth injury causing permanent impairment of vision resulting from failure to timely transfer care from midwife to hospital.