Welcoming a child should be a joyful moment, but when a medical mistake causes injury to your baby or mother during childbirth, that joy can quickly turn to fear, confusion, and heartbreak. Whether it happened at University Hospital in Downtown Augusta or a private clinic in Martinez, you deserve answers and justice.
At Ted Law Firm, we help families in Augusta, Evans, and throughout Richmond County pursue compensation after birth injuries caused by medical negligence. We’re here to protect your child’s future and hold negligent providers accountable.
What Counts as a Birth Injury in Georgia?
Birth injuries can occur before, during, or shortly after delivery and may involve trauma to the infant or mother. Common causes include poor monitoring, delayed C-sections, or improper use of delivery tools. A birth injury claim may arise if medical staff failed to meet the accepted standard of care.
Examples of birth injuries include:
- Cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy
- Brain damage due to oxygen deprivation (HIE)
- Skull fractures or intracranial bleeding
- Nerve damage from shoulder dystocia
- Spinal cord injuries
- Infections or untreated jaundice
- Maternal hemorrhage or sepsis
We’ll evaluate your medical records, consult with experts, and explain your legal options.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Birth injuries often lead to lifelong medical and financial challenges. Georgia law allows families to recover damages for:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Physical therapy and specialized care
- Adaptive equipment and home modifications
- Loss of earning capacity (for the child later in life)
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Punitive damages in cases of extreme negligence
Our goal is to secure the resources your child needs to thrive now and in the future.
Who Is Liable for a Birth Injury?
We investigate every aspect of your care to determine if one or more parties acted negligently. Those who may be held responsible include:
- OB-GYNs and delivery doctors
- Labor and delivery nurses
- Anesthesiologists
- Hospitals and clinics
- Medical device manufacturers
Birth injury cases often involve multiple defendants and require experienced legal handling. We pursue justice through both medical malpractice and product liability claims when appropriate.
How We Help Augusta Families After a Birth Injury
At Ted Law Firm, we understand this is one of the most difficult experiences a family can face. We’ll handle everything so you can focus on your child’s well-being.
We will:
- Review your pregnancy and delivery records with medical experts
- Identify deviations from the standard of care
- File claims against all responsible parties
- Coordinate with pediatric specialists to calculate long-term care needs
- Negotiate aggressively for a full and fair settlement
- Represent you in court, if necessary, to get justice for your child
You don’t have to do this alone. Let us be your legal advocate.
Don’t Delay Time Limits Apply
Medical malpractice cases in Georgia, including birth injuries, are subject to strict deadlines:
- Generally, you have two years from the date of the injury
- For minors, claims can be filed until the child turns seven
- For birth-related wrongful death, you may have only two years
- Notice requirements may apply if a government hospital is involved
Preserving evidence early is critical. Contact us as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Talk to an Augusta,GA Birth Injury Lawyer Today
If your baby or a loved one suffered harm during childbirth in Augusta, Martinez, Evans, or anywhere in Richmond County, you may be entitled to financial compensation. We’re here to answer your questions, uncover the truth, and fight for the care your child deserves. Call Ted Law Firm for a free consultation. There are no upfront costs, and you don’t pay unless we win. We’re committed to helping your family move forward with compassion and strength.
You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
