Atlanta Birth Injury Lawyer

Trusted Birth Injury Attorneys Fighting for Families in Atlanta, Georgia

atlanta birth injury lawyerBirth injuries are some of the most devastating medical events a family can experience. These injuries can result in lifelong disabilities, developmental delays, or even the tragic loss of a newborn. At The Moses Firm, our experienced Atlanta birth injury lawyers are here to help families pursue justice when medical negligence leads to preventable harm during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.

If your child suffered a birth injury due to a doctor or nurse’s failure to follow established standards of care, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, long-term care, emotional distress, and more. Contact our team today at (404) 721-1050 for a free consultation. Moses Kim is an experienced and dedicated advocate for families who have suffered a tragic loss or harm associated with severe birth injuries. Call us today at 404-721-1050.

What Is a Birth Injury?

A birth injury refers to any harm sustained by a baby during the labor or delivery process. While some complications are unavoidable, others are caused by medical malpractice—when a healthcare provider fails to provide care that meets accepted medical standards. One of the most severe outcomes of medical negligence is Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)—a type of brain injury that occurs when the baby doesn’t receive enough oxygen during delivery.

Common causes of birth injuries include:

  • Failure to monitor fetal distress on electronic fetal heart rate monitors
  • Delayed cesarean section (C-section) when the baby is in distress
  • Overuse or misuse of medications like Pitocin (used to induce labor)
  • Mishandling complications such as shoulder dystocia or umbilical cord compression

At The Moses Firm, we understand how traumatic these experiences are and are committed to helping families uncover what went wrong and hold negligent providers accountable.

Common Causes of Birth Injuries in Atlanta Hospitals

Birth injuries are often caused by preventable medical errors made by obstetricians, delivery room nurses, or hospital staff. These errors may include:

Improper Use of Pitocin
Pitocin (Oxytocin) is a medication used to induce or speed up labor. However, excessive use of Pitocin can cause overly frequent contractions, which reduce oxygen supply to the baby. If not promptly addressed by slowing or stopping the medication, this can lead to brain damage or HIE.

Failure to Monitor Fetal Heart Rate
Labor and delivery (L&D) nurses are trained to interpret fetal heart monitoring strips, which reveal signs of fetal distress. Signs like late decelerations, bradycardia, minimal variability, or prolonged decelerations indicate that the baby may not be getting enough oxygen. Ignoring or misinterpreting these signs can result in irreversible harm.

Delayed Emergency Intervention
When fetal distress is identified, prompt delivery—often via C-section—is critical. Delayed action can lead to severe consequences, including brain injury, cerebral palsy, or fetal demise (stillbirth).

Types of Birth Injuries We Handle

atlanta birth injury attorneysOur Atlanta birth injury attorneys have extensive experience handling a range of injury cases, including:

Cerebral Palsy
Caused by a lack of oxygen during delivery, cerebral palsy can result in impaired movement, muscle tone issues, developmental delays, and cognitive challenges. It is a permanent condition often linked to medical negligence.

Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
This brain injury occurs when the baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen. It can result in seizures, developmental delays, and long-term disabilities.

Fetal Demise (Stillbirth)
A baby’s death before or during delivery may occur due to undiagnosed fetal distress, nuchal cord accidents, or placental complications—all of which can often be identified and addressed with proper monitoring.

Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s Palsy)
These injuries happen when the baby’s shoulder gets stuck during delivery and is pulled too hard, damaging the nerves. In severe cases, this may lead to permanent loss of movement or function in the arm.

Fractures During Delivery
Broken bones, especially in the collarbone or limbs, may occur when excessive force is used during delivery or due to improper C-section technique.

Do I Have a Birth Injury Lawsuit in Georgia?

To bring a successful birth injury claim in Georgia, your attorney must prove:

Duty of Care: The medical provider owed a professional duty to you and your baby.

Breach of Duty: The provider failed to meet that duty through negligent actions or inactions.

Causation: The breach of duty directly caused your child’s injury.

Damages: Your child and family suffered physical, emotional, and/or financial harm as a result.

Our skilled legal team will thoroughly investigate your medical records, consult with expert witnesses, and work tirelessly to uncover what went wrong and why.

Why Choose The Moses Firm?

At The Moses Firm, we focus on complex birth injury and medical malpractice cases in Atlanta and throughout Georgia. We are known for our compassionate representation and relentless pursuit of justice on behalf of families harmed by medical negligence.

Deep Knowledge of Georgia Medical Malpractice Law

Track Record of Results in Complex Birth Injury Cases

Access to Leading Medical Experts and Resources

Personalized Attention and Compassionate Legal Support

We know the tactics hospitals and insurance companies use to avoid responsibility—and we fight back.

Speak with an Atlanta Birth Injury Attorney Today

If your baby suffered a serious injury at birth, you deserve answers—and justice. The Atlanta birth injury lawyer at The Moses Firm are ready to listen to your story, explain your legal rights, and help you pursue the compensation your family needs for medical care, therapy, and future support.

📞 Call us today at (404) 721-1050 for a free and confidential consultation.
📍 Office Location: 3490 Piedmont Rd NE, Suite 1206, Atlanta, GA 30305