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He’s taken that same competitive nature and applied it to the courtroom fighting for his clients and building TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers from the ground up into the powerhouse law firm it is today.

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Having a child is one of life’s greatest blessings. Unfortunately, tragedy strikes far too often when a preventable birth injury takes place. The results are devastating and can include the death of a child or a permanent, life-long disability like CP or cerebral palsy. After a child suffers a birth injury, parents are often left unsure of how to deal with the resulting emotional and financial crisis.  

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Other common types of injuries include:

• Paralysis 

• Meconium aspiration 

• Excessive bleeding
  

• Infections Bleeding beneath the scalp or inside the skull 

• Skull fractures 

• Clavicle fractures 

• Hypoxia 

• Spinal cord damage 

• Facial paralysis 

• Soft tissue injuries 

• Stillbirth

What are the Signs of a Birth Injury

Sometimes the signs of a birth injury are evident immediately after birth. If you notice any of the below signs, it is best to be precautionary and reach out to an attorney as soon as possible. 

• After delivery, the hospital admits the baby to the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit). 

• A newborn baby is blue 

• A newborn baby suffers from cardiac arrest or a heart attack

• A baby has a broken arm or leg 

• A baby appears unusually swollen

Could this be Birth Injury Malpractice?

After a devastating birth injury, the parents are left with one question. How could something like this have happened? Too often, the problems during labor and delivery were completely preventable and constituted medical errors.

How long do I have to file a Birth Injury Lawsuit? 

The statute of limitations for birth injuries varies depending on your state’s laws. In many cases, the statute of limitations for birth injury lawsuits begins to run once the injury is discovered. If your child suffered birth injuries, consult a lawyer at TopDog Law for more information about your legal rights. 

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WHO IS TOPDOG LAW?

TopDog Law is a national marketing network that collaborates with James Helm, Helm Law Group, LLC, and other experienced local attorneys across the country, licensed in the states where they practice, combining our extensive resources and knowledge with their deep understanding of state-specific laws and regulations. 

Helm Law Group, LLC maintains at least joint responsibility for each client file, and most cases are referred to TopDog Law’s network of attorneys across the country for principal responsibility. This strategic partnership allows us to provide you with the best of both worlds: the power and reach of a nationwide network of law firms, coupled with the personalized attention and local know-how of attorneys in your community. 

With TopDog Law’s network of local attorneys on your side, you can rest assured that you have a tenacious, experienced team fighting tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve, regardless of your location. 

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Some Of The More Common Signs Of Medical Malpractice: 

• Abnormal presentation during delivery 

• Prolonged time in the birth canal 

• Delay or failure to perform a C-section 

• Delay or failure to give the baby oxygen 

• Error in calculating the size of the fetus 

• Failure to respond to signals of distress in the fetus

• Infections in the fetus or mother

• Improper use or dose of medication 

• Misuse of delivery instruments

How Can a Birth Injury Attorney Help ?

Investigating and Establishing Fault  

We have the experience and the resources to thoroughly investigate your birth injury claim. Our lawyers will gather all relevant medical records, consult medical experts, and determine whether the healthcare providers involved breached the standard of care, leading to the injury. 

Valuation of Your Birth Injury Claim   

Birth injuries can result in significant, long-term financial burdens. A birth injury attorney can help families understand and calculate the full extent of their current and future damages, including medical expenses, long-term care needs, loss of earning potential, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering.  

Negotiation with Insurance Companies  

Our birth injury lawyers are skilled negotiators who can communicate with insurance companies to reach a settlement that adequately compensates the family for their damages, potentially avoiding the need for a trial or a medical malpractice lawsuit. 

Representation in Court   

Not every case will result in a birth injury lawsuit. However, if necessary, your lawyer will prepare and present your case in court, advocating on behalf of the family for a fair settlement or judgment. They use their knowledge and experience in both medical and legal matters to communicate the complexities of the case effectively to a judge or a jury.  

Pursuing Justice   

Ultimately, a birth injury attorney seeks to hold those responsible accountable for their actions or negligence, delivering justice for the families affected and compensation for the physical and emotional pain that was caused.  

Birth Injury Lawyers Near Me

TopDog Law has easy-to-access offices across the country. We also pride ourselves in being a text message away. Our lawyers routinely travel to meet clients in their homes or close to their homes. Do not hesitate to reach out if you are unable to travel to one of our locations. Reach out to a personal injury lawyer. 

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WHO IS TOPDOG LAW?

TopDog Law is a national marketing network that collaborates with James Helm, Helm Law Group, LLC, and other experienced local attorneys across the country, licensed in the states where they practice, combining our extensive resources and knowledge with their deep understanding of state-specific laws and regulations. 

Helm Law Group, LLC maintains at least joint responsibility for each client file, and most cases are referred to TopDog Law’s network of attorneys across the country for principal responsibility. This strategic partnership allows us to provide you with the best of both worlds: the power and reach of a nationwide network of law firms, coupled with the personalized attention and local know-how of attorneys in your community. 

With TopDog Law’s network of local attorneys on your side, you can rest assured that you have a tenacious, experienced team fighting tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve, regardless of your location.

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