NYC Birth Injury Lawyer

If your family has been impacted by a birth injury or maternal complication during childbirth and faces lifelong costs, you need top legal representation to secure the compensation required for long-term care. Trust our expertise in winning substantial settlements and verdicts. Call a leading New York birth injury attorney at 212-943-1090 for a free consultation. Get the support your family deserves.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, we recognize the profound impact a birth injury can have on your family. With a history that ranks us among the oldest and most prestigious personal injury law firms in New York City, our firm is synonymous with excellence and unsurpassed results. Our medical malpractice attorneys are not only skilled negotiators but are also some of the nation’s top trial lawyers.

For decades, we have successfully represented numerous families affected by birth injuries and maternal fatalities in New York City, New York Metro Area as well as Upstate New York. Our legal team's deep expertise and strategic approach have resulted in significant verdicts and settlements that reflect our commitment to securing justice for our clients:

• $103,000,000 Verdict – One of the largest in history for a Broome County case where a baby suffered brain damage due to delayed emergency cesarean section.
• $90,939,857 Verdict – For a Brooklyn child with cerebral palsy resulting from a failure to diagnose placental abruption.
• $8,500,000 Settlement – For an infant who experienced brain injury due to fetal distress.
• $6,100,000 Settlement – In a tragic case of a woman's death post-childbirth due to medical errors in Dutchess County.
• $5,500,000 Settlement – For a child in New York who suffered brain injuries at birth due to medical negligence.
• $4,850,000 Recovery – For a Kings County infant who was injured at birth because of fetal distress.
• $4,750,000 Verdict – For a baby who suffered brain damage due to failure in proper resuscitation.
• $3,900,000 Verdict – For a newborn who was brain damaged following surgery, compounded by improper Fentanyl administration.
• $3,345,259 Settlement – For an infant who sustained a brachial plexus nerve injury due to improper delivery technique.
• Multiple $3,000,000 Settlements – Including cases of Erb's Palsy and other severe injuries due to obstetrical malpractice.

Our commitment extends beyond the courtroom. We understand the lifelong care needs that can arise from birth injuries and strive to secure compensation that addresses the full extent of your financial and emotional hardships. Our goal is not only to win your case but to ensure that the resolution supports your child’s long-term well-being.

We handle cases involving all types of birth injuries to infants, including, but not limited to:

• Cerebral Palsy - Often caused by a lack of oxygen (hypoxia) or other trauma during birth.
• Brachial Plexus Injuries - Including Erb’s Palsy, which can occur when there’s excessive pulling on the shoulders during delivery.
• Brain Injuries - Resulting from physical trauma or lack of oxygen during childbirth.
• Fractures and Physical Traumas - Such as those involving the clavicle or skull due to delivery complications.

We also represent mothers who have suffered serious injuries or tragically lost their lives due to complications during childbirth. These cases may involve:

• Failure to Manage Preeclampsia/Eclampsia - This can lead to severe complications if not properly treated.
• Surgical Errors during Cesarean Sections - Resulting in complications or additional surgeries.
• Postpartum Hemorrhage - Including cases where excessive bleeding was not properly managed.
• Infections and Sepsis - Arising from contaminated equipment or poor post-delivery care.
• Maternal Death - In the most heartbreaking cases, if childbirth results in the death of a mother, we pursue wrongful death claims to seek justice and compensation for the surviving family members. Our firm is deeply committed to handling these cases with the utmost sensitivity and diligence.

• Experienced Legal Representation: Our team of highly skilled attorneys has achieved landmark verdicts and settlements in birth injury cases, illustrating our capacity to handle complex medical malpractice issues effectively.
• Client-Centric Approach: We provide personalized attention to each case, understanding the unique aspects of each client’s situation and tailoring our strategies accordingly.
• No Fee Unless We Win: We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf to support your child’s long-term well-being.