Springfield Birth Injury Lawyer

Protecting Your Child’s Future After a Birth Injury in Massachusetts

The joy of welcoming a new life should never be overshadowed by the devastating consequences of medical negligence. Unfortunately, when healthcare providers fail to meet the standards of care during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, the results can be life-changing. Families facing these heartbreaking circumstances need an experienced Springfield birth injury lawyer who will fight tirelessly to right these wrongs.

The legal team at Cava Law Firm provides compassionate, dedicated representation to families impacted by birth injuries caused by medical mistakes. We understand that this is not just about compensation. It is about securing the resources your child needs for a better future.

Reach out to Cava Law Firm immediately to find out how we can help you get the best possible compensation for your birth injury damages: (413) 737-3430 or (413) 781-CAVA (2282).

Why Choose Cava Law Firm for Your Springfield Birth Injury Claim

For Our Birth Injury Lawyers, Winning Is NO Accident

Birth injuries caused by negligence take an enormous toll, both emotionally and financially. At Cava Law Firm, we understand the challenges you are facing and can ease the burden. For nearly 30 years, Christopher F. Cava and Jennifer L. Cava-Foreman have provided bold, dedicated legal representation to families across Springfield, Massachusetts.

Here is what sets us apart:

• Unwavering Advocacy: We are relentless in our pursuit of justice and will not back down when it comes to securing the compensation your family deserves.
• Trial-Ready Representation: We prepare every case for trial, ensuring insurers know we are ready to fight, which often results in higher settlements.
• Personalized Attention: We are committed to treating every client like family, offering compassionate counsel and support throughout the legal process.
• Proven Results: Our attorneys have secured millions of dollars in settlements for families struggling after injuries, providing the financial support they need to rebuild their lives.

With Cava Law Firm, Winning is NO Accident!

Our birth injury lawyer will fight on your behalf and support you in seeking justice. Call us to learn more: (413) 737-3430 or (413) 781-CAVA (2282).

Our Birth Injury Lawyers Fight for Mothers and Children

A birth injury is any harm that occurs to a baby during labor, delivery, or shortly after birth. While some birth injuries are unavoidable, many are the result of medical negligence. When doctors, nurses, or other medical professionals fail to act responsibly or follow appropriate procedures, the consequences can be catastrophic for both the child and the family.

Some of the common injuries and conditions arising from birth injuries due to medical malpractice include:

• Cerebral palsy;
• Brachial plexus injuries;
• Erb’s palsy;
• Shoulder dystocia;
• Birth asphyxia and oxygen deprivation;
• Brain injury;
• Cephalohematoma;
• Vacuum extraction and forceps injuries;
• Bruising;
• Lacerations;
• Soft tissue damage;
• Maternal seizures due to preeclampsia;
• Perineal tears;
• C-section errors;
• Infection;
• Abnormal uterine bleeding and/or hemorrhaging; and/or
• Emotional damages.

Each of these injuries represents not only profound physical and emotional challenges but also significant financial ones. That is why our mission is to secure the compensation necessary for your child’s ongoing care and well-being.

Liability in Birth Injury Cases

Whether in a hospital or a birthing center, most births take place in extremely controlled circumstances. While you may assume this will always lead to optimal results, the reality is that professionals sometimes fail in their responsibilities, resulting in medical malpractice and birth injuries.

A range of medical mistakes can lead to birth injuries, including but not limited to:

• Failures to monitor;
• Delayed treatment;
• Failure to treat;
• Anesthesia errors;
• C-section errors;
• Misdiagnosing a condition or injury;
• Errors with medication;
• Equipment-use errors; and/or
• Avoidable trauma.

At Cava Law Firm, our birth injury attorneys in Springfield are adept at investigating and identifying the unfortunate lapses in care that lead to birth injuries. Families dealing with birth injuries turn to Cava Law Firm for quality representation.

Birth Injury Claims FAQs

Below are answers to frequently asked questions regarding birth injury claims in Springfield. If you have additional questions, contact our office at any time.

What is the statute of limitations for birth injury lawsuits in Massachusetts?

The statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in Massachusetts is generally three years from the date of the injury. For birth injuries, however, children under six may have until their ninth birthday to file suit under certain circumstances. Regardless of the situation, parents should seek legal recourse as soon as possible after a birth injury takes place or is discovered.

Who may be responsible for my child’s birth injuries?

Childbirth injuries may be the responsibility of a number of different parties involved in the birth. In medical malpractice cases, the defendants are licensed medical professionals, such as:

• Physicians;
• Anesthesiologists;
• Midwives;
• Doulas;
• Nurses; and/or
• Physician’s assistants.

Hospitals and birthing centers may also be held liable for malpractice. Even when not negligent, these medical facilities can be named in a malpractice lawsuit stemming from the negligence of one of their employees. For example, if a doctor’s negligence leads to a birth injury, the hospital that employs that doctor can also be held liable.

In some cases, medical malpractice may not be the cause of a birth injury at all. Take the case of a defective tool or machine, such as a monitor or forceps. If these products malfunction during birth and a birth injury ensues, the product makers, distributors, and retailers may be on the hook for damages in a product liability lawsuit.

Birth injuries vs. birth defects: What’s the difference?

Babies are at risk for birth injuries and birth defects. Birth injuries typically come about during labor and delivery or shortly after. They are usually the result of some error or mistake during birth. Birth defects, on the other hand, are conditions that often develop over time while a child is in utero.

How much does it cost to hire a Springfield birth injury attorney?

Our birth injury lawyer at Cava Law Firm works on contingency. We do not charge attorney’s fees unless and until we win your case. This type of billing translates into no upfront costs for you. Schedule a free consultation to learn more about how the contingency works and protects you from financial risk.

Speak With Our Experienced Birth Injury Attorney Today

A birth injury claim is not just about demanding financial retribution; it is about ensuring that your family has the resources required for your child’s care, both now and in the future.

If your child suffered an injury before or during birth, Cava Law Firm can help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. We will carefully manage the legal process on your behalf. You have suffered a frightening and stressful traumatic event. The responsible parties should be held accountable.

Call our birth injury lawyers at (413) 737-3430 or (413) 781-CAVA (2282) to handle the details, so you can focus on you and your child’s well-being.