Pediatric Medical Malpractice
Pediatric Medical Malpractice Attorney Pennsylvania

As a parent, you expect your child’s pediatric doctor to provide quality care every time you make an appointment. When pediatricians violate their duty of care or provide inadequate care that results in harm to your child, they may be guilty of medical malpractice. At Latona Law, our experienced pediatric medical malpractice attorneys want to help you hold those doctors accountable for their actions so you and your family can get the compensation and justice you deserve.
Warning signs of potential pediatric malpractice can include failure to diagnose or properly treat infections, delayed recognition of serious conditions like meningitis or pneumonia, medication errors, or dismissing parental concerns without appropriate testing or referrals. If your child’s symptoms worsened after a medical visit, or if there was a significant delay in diagnosing a serious illness, it may be a sign that substandard care occurred. Seeking a thorough legal and medical review can help you better understand whether negligence played a role in your child’s injury.
At Latona Law, we understand the fear, anger, and heartbreak that can arise when a child suffers due to preventable medical mistakes. Our compassionate attorneys are committed to investigating your case thoroughly, collaborating with trusted pediatric experts, and fighting to secure the financial resources your family needs to support your child’s healing and future care.
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Why Choose Latona Law?
For over 30 years, Latona Law has been a trusted advocate for families in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area dealing with birth injuries. Our attorneys bring extensive knowledge and experience to every case, working closely with medical experts to identify potential negligence and build a strong case. We offer free consultations and only charge fees if we recover compensation for you, ensuring that you receive the support you need without financial risk.

What Is Pediatric Medical Malpractice?
Pediatric medical malpractice happens when your child experiences additional harm or suffers
worsening health conditions as a result of the care they received from their pediatrician prior to
turning 18 years old. Commonly, malpractice results from the physician’s failure to provide
appropriate treatments for your child based on their age displayed symptoms, and other similar
factors. Your child’s doctor may be liable for damages if they’re found guilty of malpractice.
Common Examples of Pediatric Malpractice
Pediatric malpractice can take many forms, and being able to recognize common signs of
malpractice is essential if you want to take action quickly. Here are some common examples to
familiarize yourself with:
- Failure to diagnose: Doctors are responsible for accurately diagnosing health conditions based on symptoms presented and additional diagnostic tests. If your child’s doctor fails to diagnose a severe condition because they didn’t recognize the symptoms or dismissed their suffering, they may be liable for damages.
- Birth injuries: Birth injuries are those that occur during or shortly after birth as a result of your doctor’s actions. If your child’s doctor caused an injury like a broken bone or trauma resulting in cerebral palsy during or immediately after birth, they may be guilty
of malpractice. - Surgical errors: Surgical errors include leaving foreign objects in your child’s body, performing the wrong procedure, and causing additional harm through negligence just to name a few scenarios. If your pediatric surgeon made an error during the procedure, they may be guilty of malpractice.
- Medication errors: These errors include situations such as prescribing the wrong medication, failing to check for harmful drug interactions, and prescribing the wrong dose. If your child’s doctor made an error with their medication, they may be liable for malpractice
This is far from an exhaustive list. If you believe your child’s pediatrician caused undue harm,
speak with a Pennsylvania medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible
Why You Should Work With a Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice
Attorney
Every case is unique, and just because your doctor’s actions may seem like an honest mistake
doesn’t mean they’re not guilty of malpractice. Working with an experienced medical
malpractice attorney can help you and your family hold doctors accountable for their actions. If
your case is successful, you may receive compensation to help pay for ongoing care and
treatment and to help you through the pain and suffering your family has experienced.
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If you think your child was the victim of pediatric malpractice, the sooner you speak with an
experienced Pennsylvania pediatric medical malpractice attorney, the better. At Latona Law,
our team is here to help families hold medical care providers and hospitals accountable for
their actions. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
Get the Answers and Justice Your Family Deserves
If you suspect that medical negligence contributed to your child’s birth injury, don’t wait. Contact Latona Law at (570) 825-9000 to schedule your free consultation. Our compassionate and dedicated team will guide you through the legal process and fight for the compensation you need to support your child’s care and recovery.