Nashville Birth Injury Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions
A birth injury is an injury suffered during the labor, delivery, or birth process. Both the mother and baby are vulnerable to suffering a birth injury if they do not receive proper medical care, treatment, and attention. The Law Office of Alexander W. Gothard is prepared to handle the following types of birth injury cases: brain injuries, cerebral palsy, brachial plexus palsy, premature delivery, pregnancy induced hypertension, microcephaly, and gestational diabetes.
- What should I do if my child suffered a birth injury?
If your child has suffered a birth injury, you should first make sure he or she receives proper medical attention. You should then consult an experienced Nashville birth injury lawyer who can inform you of your rights, determine if you have a viable claim, and help you take legal action against the doctor, nurse, hospital, or obstetrician responsible for your child's birth injury.
- Can I recover damages if my child suffered a birth injury?
Upon successful resolution of your child's case, you may be able to recover damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, emotional trauma, and decreased enjoyment of life.
- How much is a birth injury claim worth?
To learn how much your child's claim may be worth, it’s best to schedule a consultation to speak with Mr. Gothard about your case. At this free consultation, Mr. Gothard can review the facts of your case, as well as the extent of the injuries and the toll they will take on the victim’s life. After reviewing your case, Mr. Gothard can give you an idea of how much your case may be worth.
- How long do I have to file a lawsuit?
In the state of Tennessee, you only have one year to file a birth injury lawsuit. Failure to take legal action within one year’s time may waive your right to file a lawsuit altogether.
To learn more, please contact Nashville birth injury lawyer Alexander Gothard to schedule a free consultation!