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KaplunMarx Birth Injury Cases
Birth injuries are a heartbreaking reality for many families in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. These injuries can have a profound and lasting impact on the lives of both the affected child and their family.
Birth injuries can occur for a variety of reasons, including medical negligence, improper use of medical instruments, failure to properly monitor the mother or baby during delivery, and failure to perform a timely C-section when necessary.
According to recent statistics, birth injuries are a growing concern in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with an increasing number of cases reported each year. It is estimated that approximately 7 out of every 1,000 live births result in some form of injury.
If your child has suffered a birth injury as a result of medical negligence, it is important to seek legal assistance as soon as possible. The experienced attorneys at KaplunMarx have a proven track record of helping families receive compensation for their child's injuries and ensure that they receive the care and support they need to thrive.
At KaplunMarx, we understand the emotional and financial toll that a birth injury can take on a family. Our team of compassionate and dedicated attorneys will work tirelessly to ensure that your family receives the justice and compensation you deserve.
If you have been affected by a birth injury, don't wait. Contact KaplunMarx today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about your legal rights and options.
Call us at (215) 550-1522 or fill out the quick form on our website to schedule a free consultation with our personal injury lawyers in Philadelphia today.
Why You Should Talk To Us First
✓ 98% Success Rate - Attorneys with a track record that shows they personally care about every case and go the extra mile every time.
✓ No upfront costs - we front all of the legal fees and get paid on performance. In fact, we don't get paid unless you win
✓ We are local and we KNOW Pennsylvania's system - Just because a firm gets a license to practice law here and buy up a bunch of bill boards around town doesn't mean that they have real experience fighting cases in PA's legal system every day. We are a locally based firm with attorneys that focus on Pennsylvania injury cases. We eat, drink and breath this every day.
✓ We are not intimidated by litigation- We do not allow insurance carriers to strong arm, intimidate or stagnate claims. We will not hesitate to take them to court to fight for you when needed.
✓ No shortcuts - we go the extra mile to make sure that you get the highest compensation possible rather than settling right away as many injury firms do.
✓ We focus on you, not on getting the most cases in town like the guys on the billboards.
✓ Proprietary methods of case management for your very best client experience and ensure greater odds of success compared to high volume, low-touch firms.
✓ Talk directly to your attorney instead of getting passed off on case managers (if you've ever been through a car accident case, you'll know how valuable this is).
✓ We're consistently rated 5 stars by clients and have over 450 5-star reviews for a reason.
✓ No cost consultations we'll help you find out if you have a case. If you don't, we'll help point you in the right direction. Win-win.
✓ We get results without compromising service - It's not easy to find a firm that provides our brand of one-on-one service but which has the resources to get results that smaller practices may not be able to.
Severe childhood injuries cause devastation to the child’s family and may impact the child’s life forever. If your child has suffered a needless birth injury as a result of the negligence of a doctor, nurse, and/or hospital will need help. Determining appropriate compensation requires the experience of a Pennsylvania child injury lawyer. Our compassionate and experienced attorneys can review your case for free and determine how to proceed based on your unique circumstances.
Unfortunately, many children experience serious, even catastrophic, injuries due to the actions of others. When that occurs, the negligent party must be held liable to pay monetary damages for medical care, pain and suffering, loss of life’s pleasures, future medical costs, punitive damages, and other types of compensation for damages. Let the team at KaplunMarx help you get justice by holding the negligent party accountable for your child's injury. Call (215) 939-4895 now for a free consultation with our attorneys.
Proving Negligence in Cases Involving Children or Birth
In Pennsylvania, plaintiffs in personal injury claims bear the burden to prove defendant negligence. In general, an injured person shows negligence by proving that:
- The defendant owed them a duty of care
- The defendant breached their duty
- An accident or injury resulted
- The claimant suffered actual harm because of it
Evaluating birth injuries for negligence, a birth injury lawyer will look at the actions of the doctor(s), nurse(s), and hospital throughout labor, time of birth, and stay in the hospital to determine if there is a potential medical malpractice case. Examination of the incident is done through the lens of the standard of care that is appropriate, having the child’s entire medical record reviewed by an expert to determine if the appropriate strand was followed.
When the injured person is a child, this analysis changes in several ways. Since children lack the experience, maturity, or reasoning skills to evaluate risk, in most situations, the duty to keep the child safe is enhanced. For example, property owners must take steps to ensure that children cannot gain access to their swimming pools, trampolines, or other features that are considered an “attractive nuisance.” They could be liable if a child is injured, even if the minor was trespassing at the time.
Manufacturers of children's products must also use the utmost caution to ensure the item is safe. If an item designed for children’s use cannot withstand predictable misuse and a child is injured, the manufacturer could be held liable. Our attorneys can review a child injury case to determine if they have grounds for a suit.
Statutes of Limitations in Pennsylvania Child Injury Cases
Decisions about when to sue are also more complicated when the injured person is a minor. People may not file suit in Pennsylvania until they reach the age of majority, however, the suit can be brought on behalf of the injured child by their parent(s) or legal guardian.
Children are given a significant amount of time to bring a personal injury claim in Pennsylvania. Generally, a parent may bring suit for a personal injury matter at any point after the incident, all the way to two years after the child’s 18th birthday. The legislature allows for this extended Statute of limitations for minors because injuries can take a significant time to mature and ascertain the extent of the damages suffered. For example, a small child who suffers a broken bone needs to be consistently evaluated for effects on the child’s growth plates – something that may take significant time to ascertain and will last a lifetime for the child.
A child who has reached the age of majority may bring a lawsuit for personal injuries suffered as a child within two years of their 18th birthday, regardless of how long ago the accident happened. A benefit to this strategy is that the long-term impact of the accident will be more apparent when the child reaches adulthood, which might lead to a damage award that more adequately addresses all the child’s damages.
Parents may be able to bring suit for damages for expenses they incurred in caring for their harmed child. These include the costs of medical care, wages the parents lost if they took time off work to care for the child, loss of the child’s companionship, and other losses.
Get in Touch with Our Pennsylvania Child Injury Lawyers
Parents should not try to handle dealing with a child injury case alone. There are many complicated factors in these cases, and it takes a well-experienced legal professional to obtain a settlement or verdict for damages that adequately compensate a family for an injury to a child.
Get started on your child’s claim by getting in touch with a child injury attorney. Contact our office for a free case review now.
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Our Lawyers Fight for Maximum Compensation
Our duty is to hold the insurance company responsible for the maximum amount of compensation owed to you. Studies have shown that hiring an experienced attorney can lead to more than 3.5x the amount of compensation! Our legal team is aggressive in court and compassionate with our clients. It's not your fault you are injured, and we want to make sure those at fault are held responsible.
We Work With Doctors to Lower Your Medical Bills
The local medical community has a good working relationship with us. The doctors we recommend are not only experienced in treating serious injuries, but many are willing to work with us to negotiate your medical bills down to put more money into your pocket.
We Make it Easier to Find Medical Treatment
Whether you have health insurance or not, our goal is to help you get in quickly with medical care professionals and specialists.
We Protect Our Clients' Rights
Insurance companies are notorious for using underhanded practices that lower your case's value or deny your claim altogether. So, when you hire us, we will act as a barrier between you and the insurance company, ensuring they can't contact you regarding your injuries without going through us first.
You Will Not Be Alone During This Process
We know the personal injury claims process is complicated. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way and answer your questions anytime.
Our Law Firm Has Stellar Reviews
What People Say
Providing clients with exceptional service is a core value at KaplunMarx personal injury law firm in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Take it from our satisfied client testimonials.
"I went through a lot when I was in my accident. Ted was professional and concerned about how I was doing...
...The office staff is extremely friendly and quick to assist your needs. They not only contacted me for updates, they checked in on my wellbeing. I can't express how grateful I am for their kindness and professionalism. I've never seen an attorney's office that cares as much as they do for their clients. I highly recommend their office and personally vouch that Ted Kaplun is a great attorney to have."
Lovie Lee