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KERNICTERUS LAWYERS IN HAWAII
DID YOUR DOCTOR FAIL TO TREAT INFANT JAUNDICE?
Kernicterus, also referred to as hyperbilirubinemia, is a type of brain damage that occurs as a result of severe jaundice. While jaundice is a relatively common condition in newborns and can be easily treated, if it goes unrecognized and untreated it can become quite severe and result in dangerously high levels of bilirubin in the blood, which can lead to brain damage.
As Hawaii birth injury attorneys, we at Davis Levin Livingston have been serving families across Hawaii for over 30 years. We have a considerable amount of experience with cases involving kernicterus and severe jaundice, and we know precisely what types of medical malpractice can lead to this rare form of brain damage. We also know how tremendous the costs can be to manage and treat kernicterus. Our goal is always to hold at-fault parties accountable by pursuing maximum compensation on behalf of our clients.
To find out how we can help with your case, call (808) 740-0633. Davis Levin Livingston offers a free consultation to review your child’s condition and the legal remedies available to you.
Symptoms of Kernicterus
A jaundiced infant should be given increased fluids/feedings and may require light therapy. If this is not done and the baby is not properly monitored, jaundice can progress, and kernicterus can result.
Kernicterus can be identified by the following symptoms:
- Poor feeding
- Yellow tint to the skin
- Fatigue
- Lethargy
- High-pitched wailing
- Seizures
- Hearing loss
- Muscle stiffness
- Difficulty with movement
Linking Kernicterus to Medical Malpractice
Kernicterus may be linked to medical malpractice if a nurse or doctor failed to recognize the signs of jaundice, mistreated jaundice, failed to monitor an infant with jaundice, or delayed treatment for severe jaundice. When this occurs, those parties responsible for the infant’s injuries should be brought to justice. That is what we do at Davis Levin Livingston. Their Hawaii birth injury lawyers expose obstetrical malpractice to help those who have already been injured and to improve conditions for others in the future.
Let us fight for the compensation you need for your child’s care. Call (808) 740-0633 to get started.
Four Decades of Record Breaking Victories
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$15,000,000 Vacuum/Forceps Injury
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$12,500,000 Fetal Distress
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$11,000,000 C-Section Errors
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$9,975,000 Brain Injury
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$9,000,000 Cerebral Palsy
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$7,900,000 Fetal Distress
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.
