Birth Injury Lawyer in Boston

A birth injury can turn what should be one of life’s most joyful moments into a heartbreaking experience. These injuries can lead to long-term disabilities and even wrongful death, placing emotional and financial strain on families. At the Law Offices of Brett Levy, our experienced Boston birth injury lawyers have handled complex medical malpractice cases across Massachusetts for over 30 years.

We understand the sensitivity of these claims and are committed to giving each case the focus and care it deserves. If you believe your child suffered harm due to a medical provider’s negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, contact us today for a free consultation.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Brett Levy for a Birth Injury Case?

At the Law Offices of Brett Levy, we have decades of experience helping families secure compensation in birth injury cases throughout Boston and across Massachusetts. Our team is driven by results, having recovered millions and millions of dollars for injured clients and their children.

We take the time to understand your specific situation and tailor a legal strategy to your needs. With a strong record of success, experienced trial attorneys, and a deep understanding of Massachusetts medical malpractice law, we’re ready to fight for the justice your family deserves.

Compassionate Representation for Families Harmed by Medical Negligence

Families dealing with the aftermath of a birth injury need both legal skill and compassion. Our Boston birth injury attorneys take the time to listen, explain your legal options clearly, and guide you every step of the way. We investigate what went wrong, help identify if medical negligence occurred, and pursue the compensation you need to care for your child, now and in the future.

Extensive Experience with Complex Birth Injury Claims

Some birth injury cases involve highly complex facts and long-term health consequences. Our firm has successfully handled complicated claims involving cerebral palsy, hypoxic brain injuries, brachial plexus damage, and more. We understand how to prove fault in cases involving delivery errors, diagnostic failures, and negligent care before or during labor.

If your child suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence in Boston or anywhere in Massachusetts, we can help.

No Legal Fees Unless We Win Your Case

We handle all birth injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. We also offer free consultations, so there’s no risk in reaching out. Let us handle the legal work while you focus on your child’s care.

Understanding Birth Injuries and Medical Malpractice

Giving birth to a baby is one of life’s most special moments. But sometimes, babies are born with or suffer injuries as the result of medical malpractice during pregnancy. A birth injury is defined as an injury that a child suffers during, before, or shortly after delivery. Serious birth injuries can lead to permanent disabilities and care for a lifetime. Birth injuries and defects are often as a result of a doctor’s mistake or hospital’s negligence. When a provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care and causes harm, it may constitute medical malpractice.

Common Causes of Birth Injuries

While there are many causes of birth defects and injuries, common causes include:

Failure to perform an emergency C-section
Misuse of delivery tools (forceps, vacuum extractors)
Failure to diagnose or treat maternal infections
Undiagnosed fetal distress
Improper medication or dosing
Delayed response to complications
Excessive force during delivery
Umbilical cord issues
Complications involving premature birth

Types of Birth Injuries

For over 30 years we have helped the people of Massachusetts with claims involving:

Cerebral Palsy
Erb’s Palsy (brachial plexus injuries)
Cephalohematoma
Facial nerve paralysis
Spinal cord injuries
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Periventricular Leukomalacia (PVL)
Untreated jaundice (kernicterus)
Skull and bone fractures

These injuries often require long-term care and support. We fight to secure full compensation to cover those future needs.

How Medical Negligence Leads to Preventable Harm

Medical negligence during pregnancy or delivery can cause irreversible harm. Common mistakes include failing to monitor fetal distress, using excessive force, delaying interventions, or mismanaging high-risk pregnancies. These errors can lead to paralysis, permanent brain damage, and even death.

If you believe medical negligence caused your child’s birth injury, contact our Boston birth injury lawyer today.

How a Boston Birth Injury Lawyer Can Help Your Family

As a trusted birth injury attorney in Boston, Brett Levy has spent over 30 years helping families across Massachusetts recover damages for injuries caused by medical mistakes. We start by investigating what went wrong, obtaining expert opinions, and determining whether the injury could have been prevented with proper care.

From initial review to litigation, we handle every step so you can focus on your family.

Investigating Medical Records and Expert Testimony

Proving a birth injury case requires showing that the medical provider violated the standard of care. This involves gathering and analyzing:

Our attorneys know how to assemble and present the evidence to build a powerful claim.

Proving Liability and Damages

To win your case, we must prove:

We help clients recover both economic (medical bills, therapy, lost income) and non-economic (pain and suffering, emotional distress) damages. Our birth injury lawyers are skilled in valuing complex claims and maximizing compensation.

Securing Compensation for Medical Costs, Therapy, and Future Care

Children who suffer birth injuries often need lifelong support: physical therapy, special education, medical equipment, and home care. We work with medical experts and life care planners to estimate these costs and demand full and fair compensation.

Whether through negotiation or trial, we fight to ensure your child’s future is financially secure.

Frequently Asked Questions About Birth Injury Cases in Massachusetts

What qualifies as a birth injury under Massachusetts law?

Under Massachusetts law, a birth injury is generally understood as harm sustained by an infant during or shortly after birth due to negligence or other wrongful conduct. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has recognized that injuries occurring at any time after conception, if caused by negligence and legally attributable to the defendant, may qualify as compensable prenatal injuries. This includes injuries resulting from medical negligence or exposure to harmful substances during pregnancy.

How do I know if my child’s injury was caused by malpractice?

In order to know if your child’s injury was caused by malpractice there are 4 elements that must be proved to be more likely than not to be true:

1. Existence of a Doctor-Patient Relationship: The plaintiff must demonstrate that a professional relationship existed between the healthcare provider (e.g., doctor, nurse, or hospital) and the patient.
2. Breach of the Standard of Care: The plaintiff must show that the healthcare provider's actions or omissions deviated from the standard of care expected of a reasonably competent provider in the same field under similar circumstances.
3. Causation: The plaintiff must prove that the breach of the standard of care was the proximate cause of the birth injury. This requires showing a direct causal link between the provider's negligence and the harm suffered.
4. Damages: The plaintiff must demonstrate that the breach of the standard of care resulted in actual harm or injury. In the context of birth injuries, this could include physical injuries to the child, neurological damage, or other complications arising from the delivery process.

What types of compensation can my family expect from a birth injury case?

In a birth injury medical malpractice case in Massachusetts, a family can expect to recover various types of compensation, which are categorized as special and general damages. These damages are governed by Massachusetts General Laws, including ALM GL ch. 231, § 60F, and may include compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related losses.

Is there a time limit to file a birth injury lawsuit in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts,the statute of limitations for filing a birth injury lawsuit is generally three years from the date of the injury or when it was, or should have been, discovered. However, for a minor who is the subject of the lawsuit, the deadline is extended until their ninth birthday. Each case is different so call our office today to learn more.

Contact a Trusted Boston Birth Injury Lawyer Today

If your child suffered a preventable birth injury, don’t face the legal and financial burden alone. Contact the Law Offices of Brett Levy today at 617-338-2700 or fill out our online contact form. Your consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.