Birth Trauma Attorney in New York City

Support for Families After Preventable Birth Injuries

At Simonson Goodman Platzer PC, we represent families in complex birth trauma and medical malpractice cases. Our firm has recovered more than $200 million in settlements and verdicts, and we have obtained compensation in 98% of the cases we have handled. Our birth trauma lawyers in New York City offer free consultations and a no-win, no-fee policy so parents can contact us without worrying about upfront costs.

We know you may be caring for a newborn with serious medical needs while dealing with fear, grief, and confusion. Our goal is to provide calm guidance, answer your questions, and carry the legal burden so you can focus on your child.

At Simonson Goodman Platzer PC, our New York City birth trauma attorneys stand with your family every step of the way. Call (800) 817-5029 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.

Why Families Turn to Our Birth Trauma Attorney in New York City

Families come to us when the stakes are high and the issues are medically complex. Birth trauma cases often involve lifelong consequences, from cerebral palsy and developmental delays to brachial plexus injuries and other serious complications. Parents need a firm prepared to take on major hospital systems and insurers—and to stand with them for the long term.

What sets Simonson Goodman Platzer PC apart:

• Focused experience in complex medical malpractice: Our practice is concentrated on serious cases, including birth injuries, surgical errors, oncology misdiagnosis, and other high-risk matters. Clients work with experienced partners who guide strategy from start to finish.
• Proven results in high-stakes claims: We have recovered more than $200 million and achieved a 98% success rate in obtaining compensation in handled cases, reflecting our ability to position complex claims effectively.
• Trial-ready approach: We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which strengthens negotiations and helps us pursue compensation that reflects the full cost of a child’s lifetime care.
• Client-focused representation: Families are not passed from person to person. We prioritize clear communication and direct access to attorneys who understand both the medical and legal aspects of your case.
• No upfront costs: Your initial consultation is free, and we work on a contingency fee basis. If we do not recover compensation, you do not pay attorney’s fees.

Understanding Birth Trauma and Negligence

Birth trauma can refer to physical or neurological injuries that occur shortly before, during, or just after delivery. Some injuries are mild and temporary, while others can affect a child’s movement, cognition, or health for life. Parents are rarely given full explanations in the moment, which leaves many wondering whether everything that should have been done actually was.

Not every difficult birth is the result of negligence. However, doctors, nurses, and hospitals in New York have a duty to follow accepted standards of obstetric and neonatal care. When they depart from those standards, and a baby is harmed as a result, that may form the basis of a medical malpractice claim.

Examples of injuries and circumstances we often see include:

• Oxygen deprivation leading to hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy or later diagnosis of cerebral palsy
• Brachial plexus and shoulder injuries associated with difficult deliveries or traction
• Skull fractures or bleeding in or around the brain following instrumented delivery
• Untreated neonatal infections or jaundice progressing to serious complications
• Maternal hemorrhage or other crises that affect the baby when not handled promptly

You are not expected to know which of these factors may apply to your child. Our birth trauma attorneys review medical records in detail and consult with independent medical professionals who are familiar with standards of care in large New York City hospitals. Together, we work to determine whether avoidable errors contributed to your baby’s condition and whether a legal claim is appropriate.

Steps to Take After Birth Trauma

Helpful steps parents can take include:

• Follow up with recommended pediatric, neurologic, or rehabilitation specialists and keep copies of all reports
• Request copies of prenatal records, labor and delivery records, and any neonatal intensive care unit records
• Write down your own recollection of labor and delivery while it is still relatively fresh in your mind
• Save discharge summaries, after-visit instructions, and any written communication from the hospital or doctors
• Avoid signing releases or agreements from insurers or the hospital without understanding what rights you may be giving up
• Schedule a consultation with our firm so we can review what happened and discuss next steps

You do not need to have every document in hand before you call us. We regularly obtain and organize records for our clients and then carry the matter forward from there. Our birth trauma attorneys guide you through each major milestone and keep your involvement focused on what is truly necessary, rather than adding to your burden.

Compensation and Life Care Planning After Birth Trauma in New York City

One of the most difficult parts of a birth trauma diagnosis is confronting what your child may need in the future. Therapies, surgeries, medications, equipment, and home modifications can be costly, especially in a large city. Parents also may need to adjust or reduce their work to care for their child, which affects household income.

To understand and present these needs clearly, we often work with life-care planners and economic professionals. A life-care plan is a detailed projection of the services, equipment, and support a child is expected to require over a lifetime, based on medical evidence and accepted care standards. Economists can then translate those needs into present-day financial figures, taking into account costs in New York and expected changes over time.

Our attorneys use this information when evaluating settlement offers and when preparing cases for trial. We do not view the first offer from an insurer or hospital as the default solution. Instead, we compare it to the documented needs in the life-care plan and discuss with you whether it truly aligns with what you are hoping for. While no result can erase what happened, our goal is to seek compensation that gives your child access to the care and support they will need and helps provide long-term security for your family.