Experienced Birth Injury Lawyers Fighting for Your Child’s Future
Legal and medical advocates helping families pursue justice and compensation after medical malpractice.
Confidential & Compassionate Support
Recent Settlements
$ million 1.5 Neglect
Justice and financial relief obtained for a grieving family.
$ million 1.2 Wrongful Death
Justice and compensation secured for a family after a tragic loss.
$ 700K Neglect
Financial recovery and responsibility secured for a family after preventable harm.
$ 800K Wrongful Death
A meaningful settlement achieved to support a family during a difficult time.
Justice For You
At Gharibian Law, we know a birth injury can change a family’s life in an instant. These cases bring fear, uncertainty, and serious concerns about your child’s future. We take the time to listen, uncover what went wrong, and stand by you while fighting for accountability, justice, and the financial support your child may need for years to come.
You focus on healing. We’ll focus on holding negligent providers accountable.
Damages Available in Birth Injury and Medical Malpractice Claims
Families affected by a birth injury may be able to recover financial compensation for losses caused by medical negligence during pregnancy or delivery. Depending on the case, compensation may include:
Medical & Long-Term Care
Medical care costs
Past and future treatment, therapy, surgeries, and specialized medical equipment required for ongoing care.Disability-related needs
Home or vehicle modifications and long-term support necessary to accommodate lasting impairments.
Financial Losses
Lost income
Compensation for wages lost when parents must step away from work due to medical or caregiving demands.
Emotional & Quality-of-Life Harm
Pain and emotional suffering
Recognition of the physical pain and emotional distress experienced by the child and family.Reduced quality of life
Compensation for limitations caused by the injury
Accountability & Punitive Damages
Punitive damages
In severe cases, additional damages may be awarded to hold negligent providers accountable and prevent future harm.
If your child suffered a birth injury, time matters. Speak with an experienced birth injury lawyer today to understand your legal options.
Birth Injuries
Cerebral Palsy
Missed Fetal Distress
Brain Damage
Incorrect Medication
Fetal Death
Birth injury and medical malpractice cases demand advanced legal strategy and a strong understanding of complex medical standards. Our attorneys have experience analyzing medical records, working with expert witnesses, and confronting negligent healthcare providers to pursue full and fair compensation on behalf of injured children.
Families We’ve Advocated For
Common Causes of Birth Injuries
Anesthesia Errors
Mistakes involving anesthesia during labor or delivery can lead to serious complications for both mother and child, including long-term injury or life-threatening outcomes.
Negligence in Postpartum Care
Inadequate monitoring or delayed treatment after childbirth can allow preventable conditions—such as infections or hemorrhaging—to worsen and cause severe harm.
Surgical Errors
Errors made during procedures like C-sections may result in unnecessary injuries, extended recovery, or lasting medical complications.
Delayed or Misdiagnosed Complications
Failure to promptly identify and treat pregnancy- or delivery-related complications can significantly increase the risk of injury or fatal outcomes.
Failure to Provide Informed Consent
When patients are not fully informed of risks, alternatives, or potential outcomes, they are denied the ability to make knowledgeable decisions about their care.
Neglecting Maternal Health Conditions
Ignoring or improperly managing conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or infections can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Prolonged or Forced Delivery
Allowing labor to continue for too long or using excessive force during delivery can increase the risk of oxygen deprivation, physical injury, and long-term complications.
Improper Use of Delivery Tools
Incorrect or excessive use of tools such as forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery can cause serious injuries to the baby or mother, including nerve damage or trauma.
Anesthesia Errors
Mistakes involving anesthesia during labor or delivery can lead to serious complications for both mother and child, including long-term injury or life-threatening outcomes.
Negligence in Postpartum Care
Inadequate monitoring or delayed treatment after childbirth can allow preventable conditions—such as infections or hemorrhaging—to worsen and cause severe harm.
Surgical Errors
Errors made during procedures like C-sections may result in unnecessary injuries, extended recovery, or lasting medical complications.
Delayed or Misdiagnosed Complications
Failure to promptly identify and treat pregnancy- or delivery-related complications can significantly increase the risk of injury or fatal outcomes.
Failure to Provide Informed Consent
When patients are not fully informed of risks, alternatives, or potential outcomes, they are denied the ability to make knowledgeable decisions about their care.
Neglecting Maternal Health Conditions
Ignoring or improperly managing conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or infections can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Prolonged or Forced Delivery
Allowing labor to continue for too long or using excessive force during delivery can increase the risk of oxygen deprivation, physical injury, and long-term complications.
Improper Use of Delivery Tools
Incorrect or excessive use of tools such as forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery can cause serious injuries to the baby or mother, including nerve damage or trauma.
Anesthesia Errors
Mistakes involving anesthesia during labor or delivery can lead to serious complications for both mother and child, including long-term injury or life-threatening outcomes.
Negligence in Postpartum Care
Inadequate monitoring or delayed treatment after childbirth can allow preventable conditions—such as infections or hemorrhaging—to worsen and cause severe harm.
Surgical Errors
Errors made during procedures like C-sections may result in unnecessary injuries, extended recovery, or lasting medical complications.
Delayed or Misdiagnosed Complications
Failure to promptly identify and treat pregnancy- or delivery-related complications can significantly increase the risk of injury or fatal outcomes.
Failure to Provide Informed Consent
When patients are not fully informed of risks, alternatives, or potential outcomes, they are denied the ability to make knowledgeable decisions about their care.
Neglecting Maternal Health Conditions
Ignoring or improperly managing conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or infections can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Improper Use of Delivery Tools
Incorrect or excessive use of tools such as forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery can cause serious injuries to the baby or mother, including nerve damage or trauma.
Gharibian Law Senior Attorneys
At Gharibian Law, our team focuses on representing families affected by birth injuries with attention,
urgency, and care. No fees unless we win your case.
Art
Gharibian
Managing Attorney
Amber
Tham
Senior Attorney
Alex
Feldman
Managing Attorney
Destiny
M.
Senior Attorney
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