When the unthinkable happens during what should be one of the happiest moments of your life, our firm has your back. If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, Schafer & Schafer LLP is here to provide the compassionate support and experienced legal guidance your family deserves.
At Schafer & Schafer LLP, we understand how devastating a birth injury can be for a family. The physical, emotional, and financial challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Proudly serving families across Illinois and Indiana, we are committed to seeking justice for preventable birth injuries and securing compensation to help ease your burdens.
Contact us today for a free consultation and learn more about your legal options.
Why Choose Schafer & Schafer LLP?
When choosing a law firm to represent your family in a birth injury case, you need a team with not only experience but also empathy and determination. Here’s how Schafer & Schafer LLP can help:
Investigate your child’s injury and gather evidence
We leave no stone unturned, meticulously reviewing medical records and consulting industry-leading experts to determine what went wrong.
Partner with top medical experts to support your case
Your case will be enhanced by testimony from respected medical professionals who can explain how negligence caused your child’s injury.
Negotiate for settlements that reflect your family’s needs
We don’t settle for less. Whether it means covering long-term care costs, therapy, or adaptive equipment, we fight for a settlement that truly supports your family.
Aggressively fight for justice in court, if necessary
While we aim to resolve cases efficiently, we’re not afraid to take your case to trial to ensure you receive the justice you deserve.
See how our proven approach has helped families just like yours by visiting our Case Results page.
Understanding Birth Injuries and Medical Negligence
Birth injuries can leave lasting effects on a child's health and a lifelong impact on a family’s financial and emotional well-being. However, not every birth injury is unavoidable. Many of these injuries result from medical negligence, meaning they could have been prevented with proper care.
What Causes Birth Injuries?
While some birth complications are unforeseeable, many are preventable with proper medical attention. Some common causes of birth injuries include:
- Umbilical cord complications
- Prolonged labor
- Misuse of tools like forceps and vacuum extractors
- Failure to monitor fetal distress
Common Types of Birth Injuries in Newborns
These are some of the most devastating birth injuries our team sees in the families we represent:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Brachial Plexus Injury/Erb’s Palsy
- Brain Damage Due to Oxygen Deprivation
- Skull Fractures or Swelling
How Medical Negligence Leads to Preventable Birth Injuries
Medical professionals have a duty to care for both the mother and baby. When doctors, nurses, or facilities fail to meet standard protocols during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, tragic injuries can occur. Failures such as delayed C-sections, poor monitoring of vital signs, or improper use of medical tools can create lifelong consequences for your child.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Birth Injury in Illinois?
Determining liability in a birth injury case can be complex. Potentially responsible parties include:
- Obstetricians
- Nurses
- Hospitals
Our team at Schafer & Schafer LLP understands the intricacies of identifying negligence and ensuring the right parties are held accountable.
Get the Legal Support Your Family Deserves
If your family has been impacted by a birth injury, you deserve answers and support. Schafer & Schafer LLP is more than just a law firm—we’re a family fighting for other families. We have a legacy of successful outcomes, including multi-million dollar settlements like a remarkable $12 million case for a child with cerebral palsy.
Contact Schafer & Schafer LLP Today
Don’t wait to take action. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can begin investigating your case and safeguarding your family’s future.
