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HAWAII INFANT BRAIN INJURY ATTORNEYS
SPEAK TO A HIGHLY EXPERIENCED BIRTH INJURY TEAM TODAY
The brain is the most complicated organ in the body, and it is vulnerable to injury during childbirth. A lack of oxygen to the brain or trauma to the head can cause irreparable damage that affects a child’s mental development and motor skills. When brain injuries occur during or after labor and delivery, it is important to consider whether malpractice may have been involved. Did every nurse and doctor involved in the childbirth process provide a proper level of care? Was a mistake made? Did your child suffer as a result?
As birth injury lawyers with over 160 years of collective legal experience, Davis Levin Livingston knows how to answer these difficult questions. The team will carefully investigate brain injury claims to determine whether substandard care was administered, and who should be held accountable. With a medical director and nurse on staff, Davis Levin Livingston is able to take on these highly technical cases with the care and competence that is required.
To learn about your right to compensation after a birth-related brain injury, call (808) 740-0633. Davis Levin Livingston serves children and families in Honolulu and across Hawaii.
Types of Brain Injuries Sustained at Birth
There are different types of brain injuries that an infant may sustain during labor or after delivery, and conditions that may develop as a result of brain damage at or after birth. These include:
- Cerebral palsy
- Kernicterus
- Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
- Birth asphyxia
- Forceps or vacuum injuries
- Seizures
- Cognitive issues
- Developmental delays
- Cephalohematoma
A baby who has experienced a brain injury during or after birth may exhibit such symptoms as:
- Excessive crying, particularly high-pitched wailing
- Refusing to feed
- Unusually small skull
- Difficulty focusing the eyes
- Abnormally large forehead
- Developmental delays
- Seizures
- Distorted facial features
Identifying Obstetrical Malpractice
Not all birth-related brain injuries are caused by malpractice. Some cannot be prevented no matter the level of care administered by attending physicians. In other cases, however, a brain injury can be directly traced to a medical professional’s failure to provide a standard level of care. Delaying a C-section in a difficult birth, improper use of forceps, or mismanagement of shoulder dystocia are examples.
The Hawaii infant brain injury attorneys at Davis Levin Livingston know what to look for in cases involving obstetrical malpractice. They can use their experience and resources to help you seek the monetary damages you need to provide for your child’s care.
Contact our offices at (808) 740-0633 to schedule your free, confidential consultation with an infant brain injury attorney in Hawaii.
Four Decades of Record Breaking Victories
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$15,000,000 Vacuum/Forceps Injury
The hospital improperly attempted to deliver a post-date baby using a traumatic second-stage vacuum extraction. This extraction and the delay in delivery resulted in permanent brain damage to the baby.
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$9,975,000 Brain Injury
The hospital's failure to monitor an infant's rising bilirubin levels led to bilirubin encephalopathy and kernicterus, resulting in severe and permanent brain damage. A settlement of $9,975,000 was obtained.
Why Davis Levin Livingston?
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Available by phone 24/7 & ready to help.
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Secured tens of millions of dollars on behalf of our clients.
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Highest malpractice judgment in U.S. history against a military hospital.
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Includes an experienced medical team including a nursing staff to answer your questions.
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Mark Davis and Mike Livingston have been recognized as some of the best lawyers in Hawaii.
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Resources available to advance your expenses; no cost or fees unless Davis Levin Livingston wins your case.
Dedicated Legal Counsel You Can Count On
Helping Families throughout hawaii for over 40 years
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"Professional, KIND, and understanding"
They are most professional, KIND, and understanding. Thank you Matt Winter for all your help.- Clare T. -
"We wouldn't have chosen any other team!"
Mathew Winter and the whole staff of Davis Levin Livingston guided us every step of the way and made sure we understood everything that was going on. They were always so welcoming and compassionate. Communication was never a problem and emails were answered super fast, especially when we had so many questions. They- Maariel -
"The absolute best firm in Hawaii. Compassion and professionalism at its best!"
Truly a wonderful experience with everyone at the firm. I can't thank you enough for helping provide closure for my family and me during this process. The absolute best firm in Hawaii. Compassion and professionalism at its best!- Daniel -
"After doing extensive research I knew that Davis Levin Livingston was the firm for me due to the success they have had in cases like mine."
After doing extensive research I knew that Davis Levin Livingston was the firm for me due to the success they have had in cases like mine. What surprised me was their personal touch. In the 3- Anthony
Did you know?
you are not alone in this.
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7 OUT OF 1,000 NEWBORNS ARE DIAGNOSED WITH A BIRTH INJURY.
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IN A YEAR, 157,000 MOTHERS AND CHILDREN SUFFERED POTENTIALLY PREVENTABLE INJURIES.
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THE LIFETIME COSTS OF BIRTH INJURIES CAN REACH TENS OF MILLIONS OF DOLLARS.
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ON AVERAGE 28,000 BABIES ARE BORN WITH A BIRTH INJURY EVERY YEAR.
