Child suffered severe brain injury at birth when mother's uterus ruptured during an attempt at vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Doctor and hospital failed to recognize signs of impending rupture and delayed c-section until rupture of uterus. Child has severe Cerebral Palsy.
Result: $14,850,000 jury verdict.
Oakland Birth Injury Lawyers
At Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer, our attorneys represent clients whose loved ones have suffered serious birth injuries. We represent clients and their children in Oakland, the Bay Area, throughout Northern California and beyond in all types of personal injury cases.
Our Oakland birth injury attorneys can help you pursue your claim. Contact our law firm to discuss your case.
Hypoxic, Anoxic and Ischemic Injuries
Hypoxic-anoxic and ischemic brain injuries occur when there is a lack of oxygen to the brain. This can result from a variety of situations, including:
- Lack of blood to the brain in the womb
- In an accident
- During surgery
- Respiratory arrest or breathing problems
- Choking or drowning
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
If you or a loved one has suffered from a hypoxic, anoxic or ischemic brain injury, our attorneys can assist you. As experienced Bay Area birth trauma lawyers, we provide clients with diligent case preparation and experienced trial representation.
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a birth defect, which can be caused by a lack of oxygen, head trauma, poor prenatal, perinatal or neonatal care. It can lead to mental disabilities, problems walking and talking, and seizures, among many other symptoms.
Our attorneys understand how important your child is to you. We will work to bring a claim and hold the responsible parties accountable as well as secure the medical coverage you need to care for your child.
Encephalomalacia
Encephalomalacia, or cerebromalacia, is a softening or loss of brain tissue. It can occur when the blood is restricted in surgery or in the womb. The resulting effects of encephalomalacia can include a wide range of altered brain functions, including mood, motor function, memory and balance.
If your child was injured at birth, our Oakland, California birth injury attorneys can represent you. We will vigorously investigate and prepare your brain injury case.
Contact an East Bay and Berkeley Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Whether your child has suffered from a subgaleal hemorrhage or cerebral palsy, contact an East Bay and Berkeley medical malpractice attorney at our firm. Your legal team will work to answer your questions and fight for the medical expenses, lost wages and damages for pain and suffering you need.