Syracuse Birth Injury Attorneys

Fighting for Families Affected by Birth Injuries

The birth of a child should be one of the most joyful events in a family's life. When a preventable birth injury occurs, that joy can turn into fear, grief, and lifelong uncertainty. Families often face years of medical treatment, therapy, and specialized care—along with enormous financial burdens.

The birth injury attorneys at Cherundolo Law Firm, PLLC represent families whose children were harmed due to negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.

Common Birth Injuries

• Cerebral palsy — often caused by oxygen deprivation during delivery
• Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) — brain injury caused by lack of oxygen
• Erb's palsy and brachial plexus injuries — nerve damage in the shoulder and arm
• Shoulder dystocia injuries — when the baby's shoulder becomes lodged during delivery
• Skull fractures and intracranial hemorrhage — often associated with improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors
• Spinal cord injuries — from traumatic delivery
• Fetal distress not recognized or acted on

Common Causes of Birth Injury Malpractice

Birth injuries caused by medical negligence may involve:

• Failure to monitor fetal heart rate during labor
• Failure to recognize signs of fetal distress
• Delayed or improperly performed C-sections
• Improper use of delivery instruments
• Failure to diagnose or treat maternal conditions such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes
• Medication errors during labor
• Negligent prenatal care

The Lifelong Cost of a Birth Injury

A serious birth injury can affect a child for their entire life. Families often need ongoing medical care, physical and occupational therapy, assistive technology, specialized education, and home modifications. The costs can be overwhelming. A successful birth injury case can help ensure that a child has the financial resources to receive the care they need for decades to come.

Why You Need Experienced Counsel

Obstetric malpractice cases are among the most complex and heavily defended medical malpractice claims. They require in-depth review of medical records, consultation with obstetric and neonatal experts, and an understanding of how to present highly technical evidence to a jury. Our firm has the experience and resources required to take on these cases and fight for the compensation your family deserves.