New York City Birth Injury Lawyer
I understand the heartache and dashed hopes if your baby died or your son or daughter was born with a severe birth defect or physical injury. I have helped many families get through this painful time.
I also know that doctors and hospitals are often not forthcoming about the accidents and negligence that cause these tragedies. My job is to uncover the truth and hold them accountable.
The Law Office of Robert Cherofsky offers a free consultation and aggressive pursuit of rightful compensation. I take cases across the NYC metro area, including Westchester County and Rockland County. Call me at (845)875-4096.
Birth Injury
I have the background and network of medical experts to identify negligence in prenatal care, labor and delivery errors, or failure to diagnose and monitor newborns. I handle cases involving:
- Cerebral palsy — Brain injury affecting motor skills, from oxygen deprivation or head trauma during birthing.
- Erb's palsy — Nerve damage or paralysis in hands and arms from improper delivery technique.
- Broken bones
- Blindness
- Retardation
- Stillbirth
Birth injury may result from complications of vaginal delivery. If delivery is delayed or the umbilical cord is pinched, brain damage can occur within minutes. If the baby is stuck in the birth canal, improper technique or excessive force can cause permanent harm. The OB/GYN or delivering physician may be liable for failure to anticipate these problems or failure to perform an emergency C-section.
Lawsuits may also arise from failing to recognize fetal distress during pregnancy or labor, failure to stop early pre-term labor, errors in anesthesia or inducing labor, and negligence in monitoring newborns and diagnosing conditions such as jaundice or reduced lung function.
Birth Defects
I also handle cases involving birth anomalies that may have been detected through prenatal screening. Some birth defects (such as heart defects) can be surgically corrected if diagnosed. If the fetus has a profound genetic defect (spina bifida, fragile X, cystic fibrosis, etc.), some parents may choose to terminate the pregnancy. A wrongful birth lawsuit seeks damages for the substantial costs of special care, the baby's lifelong limitations and the lost opportunities from a failure to diagnose.
Free Consultation • No Recovery, No Attorney Fees
Contact my New York office to discuss your possible claim for damages. I personally meet with you and handle the case, and I am always accessible to address your concerns.
