The birth of a child should be a time of joy and hope. But when medical professionals fail to follow proper standards of care, that moment can become one of heartbreak and uncertainty. A single mistake during labor or delivery can cause lifelong harm to a newborn and devastating emotional and financial stress for the family.
At Wolfe Trial Lawyers, we fight for families whose trust was betrayed by negligence. Attorney Brandon Wolfe understands how overwhelming these cases can be — and how important it is to uncover the truth. We hold doctors, hospitals, and medical corporations accountable when their carelessness causes irreversible harm to the most vulnerable among us.
What Is a Birth Injury?
A birth injury is physical or neurological damage that occurs before, during, or shortly after delivery. Many of these injuries are preventable with proper medical monitoring and timely intervention. Common types of birth injuries include:
- Cerebral palsy caused by lack of oxygen to the brain
- Erb’s palsy or brachial plexus injuries due to excessive pulling during delivery
- Fractures or nerve damage from improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors
- Brain injuries from failure to monitor fetal distress
- Shoulder dystocia complications
- Infections passed to the baby because of poor medical management
- Delayed cesarean section (C-section) resulting in oxygen deprivation
These cases often involve complex medical evidence, but at their core, they come down to one thing — a failure to act with reasonable care.
Understanding Medical Negligence in Birth Injury Cases
Doctors, nurses, and hospitals have a legal duty to provide care that meets accepted medical standards. When they fail to monitor the baby’s vital signs, misread fetal distress, delay a necessary C-section, or use improper delivery techniques, they can cause lifelong harm.
Wolfe Trial Lawyers works with trusted medical experts to examine every detail of your case. We review prenatal records, delivery notes, and fetal monitoring data to determine exactly where things went wrong and who is responsible. Our goal is not just compensation — it’s accountability and answers for families who deserve the truth.
The Cost of a Birth Injury
Birth injuries often result in permanent disabilities that require years — or even a lifetime — of care. The financial and emotional toll can be overwhelming. We fight to recover full compensation for:
- Medical expenses and ongoing treatment costs
- Therapy and rehabilitation (physical, occupational, and speech)
- Assistive technology and in-home modifications
- Lost earning potential for the child’s future
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our firm is committed to helping families secure the financial resources needed to support their child’s medical care and quality of life for years to come.
How Wolfe Trial Lawyers Can Help
Birth injury cases require compassion, patience, and relentless advocacy. Wolfe Trial Lawyers combines all three. From the moment you contact us, we take on the burden of investigating, gathering medical evidence, and building a strong claim against the responsible parties.
We consult leading specialists in obstetrics, neonatology, and pediatric neurology to understand the full scope of your child’s injuries. We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial — because that’s how we ensure your family’s voice is heard and respected.
Why Families Trust Wolfe Trial Lawyers
Attorney Brandon Wolfe’s mission is rooted in standing up for those who’ve been wronged — especially when powerful institutions are involved. Growing up in Taylor, Michigan, Brandon saw firsthand how families often struggle to find justice when faced with hardship. That experience fuels his passion for helping parents who’ve been failed by the very systems meant to protect them.
Wolfe Trial Lawyers is built on integrity, empathy, and strength. We serve families across Illinois and Michigan, including communities in Chicago, Detroit, Lansing, and beyond. When you work with us, you get direct access to your attorney, honest communication, and unwavering support.
Contact Wolfe Trial Lawyers Today
If your child suffered a birth injury due to medical negligence, you deserve answers — and justice. Wolfe Trial Lawyers will listen to your story, review your case, and explain your options clearly and compassionately.
Call today for a free consultation. There are no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we win your case. Together, we can fight for your child’s future and hold negligent providers accountable.
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