Free Birth Injury Information & Attorney Connections
If your child suffered a preventable birth injury in New York, you deserve answers. We provide educational resources and connect families with experienced birth injury attorneys at no cost.
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What We Do
We help New York families affected by birth injuries understand their rights and connect with qualified attorneys.
📚 Educational Resources
Comprehensive information about birth injuries, medical negligence, legal rights, and the claims process in New York. Learn about cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, brain injuries, and other preventable birth complications.
🤝 Attorney Connections
Free referrals to experienced New York birth injury attorneys who work on contingency (no upfront costs). We connect you with lawyers who have proven track records in medical malpractice and birth injury cases.
💡 Case Guidance
Understand what makes a strong birth injury case, statute of limitations in NY, types of compensation available, and what to expect during the legal process.
🛡️ Family Support
Resources for families navigating the emotional and financial challenges of caring for a child with birth injuries. Information on therapy, medical care, special education rights, and long-term planning.
Common Birth Injuries We Cover
Learn about the most common preventable birth injuries caused by medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
🧠 Cerebral Palsy
Movement disorder caused by oxygen deprivation or brain damage during birth. May result from delayed C-section, failure to monitor fetal distress, or improper use of delivery tools.
💪 Erb's Palsy / Brachial Plexus Injuries
Nerve damage to the shoulder, arm, and hand caused by excessive pulling or twisting during difficult deliveries. Can result in permanent weakness or paralysis.
🫀 Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Brain injury from oxygen deprivation during birth. Can lead to developmental delays, seizures, cerebral palsy, or cognitive impairments.
🩺 Shoulder Dystocia Injuries
Complications when baby's shoulder gets stuck during delivery. Can cause brachial plexus injuries, clavicle fractures, or oxygen deprivation if not managed properly.
💊 Kernicterus
Severe jaundice leading to brain damage. Often preventable with proper monitoring and treatment of bilirubin levels after birth.
🔬 Fetal Stroke / Brain Bleeding
Bleeding in the brain caused by trauma during delivery, improper use of forceps/vacuum extractors, or failure to address blood clotting issues.
How Our Service Works
Getting connected with a qualified New York birth injury attorney is simple, fast, and completely free.
Contact Us
Fill out our simple form or call us. Share basic information about your child's birth injury and what happened during delivery.
We Connect You
We'll match you with experienced NY birth injury attorneys who handle cases like yours. Referrals are completely free for families.
Free Consultation
Speak directly with attorneys who work on contingency (no fees unless you win). They'll review your case and explain your legal options.
Why Choose BirthInjuryLawNY.com
✅ 100% Free for Families
Our educational resources and attorney referrals cost you nothing. The attorneys we connect you with work on contingency, meaning no upfront fees.
⚖️ Experienced NY Attorneys
We only refer families to attorneys with proven experience in New York birth injury and medical malpractice cases.
📖 Comprehensive Information
Access detailed guides about birth injuries, legal rights, the claims process, and what to expect at every step.
🕐 No Obligation
Speaking with an attorney through our service comes with zero obligation. You decide if and when to proceed with a case.
Common Questions About Birth Injuries
Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about birth injury cases in New York.
What is the statute of limitations for birth injury cases in NY?
In New York, you generally have 2.5 years from the date of the injury to file a medical malpractice claim. For birth injuries, special rules apply that may extend this deadline until the child's 10th birthday.
How much does it cost to hire a birth injury attorney?
Most birth injury attorneys work on contingency, meaning they only get paid if you win your case. There are no upfront costs or hourly fees for families.
What compensation can I recover in a birth injury case?
You may recover damages for medical expenses (past and future), therapy costs, special education, pain and suffering, lost earning capacity, and costs of lifelong care.
How long do birth injury cases take in New York?
Cases typically take 1-3 years, depending on complexity, severity of injuries, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Your attorney will keep you informed throughout.
Get Help Today
If your child was injured during birth due to medical negligence, time is critical. New York law limits how long you have to file a claim. Connect with an experienced attorney today.
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