Experienced Birth Injury Lawyers

Childbirth is one of the most emotional experiences a family can face. In that moment, a team of doctors, nurses, and specialists work together to guide both mother and child through one of life’s most critical passages. Success depends not only on skill, but also on communication. A single missed instruction, a delayed message, or…

The birth of a child is meant to be one of life’s happiest moments. Parents imagine holding their newborn, hearing that first cry, and bringing their baby home. Yet when a medical mistake leads to a birth injury, that joy can quickly turn into fear and uncertainty. The reality for many Pennsylvania families is that…

Childbirth is often described as a blend of anticipation, fear, and joy. For some families, a cesarean section is planned well in advance, while for others it becomes an urgent decision in the delivery room. When performed at the right moment, a C-section can be life-saving. But when doctors hesitate or mistakes are made, the…

The first hours after birth are filled with hope, nerves, and the quiet beginnings of bonding. But for some families, that fragile window takes a sharp turn. When a newborn begins to show signs of distress, like labored breathing, poor feeding, unusual body temperature, doctors must act quickly. If they fail to do so, the…

Pregnancy is a time filled with questions, excitement, and a quiet kind of hope. Every ultrasound, every routine checkup, every conversation with a doctor is meant to protect that hope. But what happens when those steps are skipped, rushed, or handled without the care they require? For some families, the consequences of poor prenatal care…

When a newborn is harmed during birth, the effects are often lifelong. For families going through this kind of experience, the legal process may feel like a maze. In Pennsylvania, birth injury claims are complex. They require more than medical records or emotional testimony. You need clear proof that something went wrong and that it…

When a child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, the emotional weight can feel unbearable. Parents often begin asking hard questions about what happened during pregnancy or delivery. That moment of reflection can turn into a search for clarity and accountability, especially when something during the birth did not feel right. At Latona Law, we speak…

Planning for childbirth often involves excitement, preparation, and a clear picture of how things should go. You may have written out your preferences, talked them through with your doctor, and imagined that moment when you would finally hold your baby. But when delivery takes a sudden turn and things go wrong, the experience can leave…

When a child is injured during birth, families often face a long and difficult road. In many cases, the injury could have been avoided. If you believe that something went wrong during delivery and your child was harmed because of it, you may want to speak with someone who understands what steps to take. Each…

The birth of a child is supposed to be the beginning of everything. But sometimes, something feels off right from the start. A newborn might seem too quiet. A nurse might hesitate just a little too long. A parent’s instincts might start whispering, something is not right. Yet the moment passes. The room moves on….