When a child is injured during birth, families often face overwhelming emotional and financial challenges. Medical bills pile up, therapy becomes a necessity, and questions about how and why the injury happened remain unanswered. This is where a birth injury lawyer becomes an essential advocate.
At Phillips Law Offices, our Chicago birth injury attorneys are dedicated to helping families throughout Illinois uncover the truth behind their child’s injury, hold negligent medical providers accountable, and secure the financial compensation needed for lifelong care.
In this article, we explain exactly how a birth injury lawyer can help — from investigating medical records to negotiating with hospitals and insurers — and why choosing the right legal team can make all the difference in your case.
1. Investigating the Cause of the Birth Injury
One of the most critical steps a birth injury lawyer takes is conducting a comprehensive investigation into the events surrounding labor and delivery.
At Phillips Law Offices, we:
- Obtain and review all medical records, including fetal monitoring strips, anesthesia notes, and nursing logs.
- Consult independent medical experts who can identify deviations from accepted medical standards.
- Analyze timing and decision-making during delivery — for example, whether a C-section should have been performed sooner.
This process often reveals the truth about what went wrong — something hospitals and doctors may try to conceal. By identifying the precise medical error, we establish the foundation for a strong malpractice case.
2. Determining Who Is Legally Responsible
Birth injuries can involve multiple negligent parties, not just one doctor. Our legal team carefully identifies everyone who may share liability, including:
- OB/GYNs and delivering physicians
- Nurses or midwives
- Anesthesiologists
- Hospitals and healthcare systems
In Illinois, medical malpractice claims must clearly outline who breached their duty of care and how that breach caused harm. The lawyers at Phillips Law Offices specialize in connecting these elements with precision and evidence-backed detail.
We leave no stone unturned in determining who should be held accountable for your child’s injury.
3. Calculating the Full Value of Your Case
Birth injuries often result in lifelong costs, and it’s essential that families receive compensation that truly reflects the child’s ongoing needs.
Our Chicago attorneys work with medical economists, rehabilitation experts, and life care planners to calculate damages such as:
- Current and future medical expenses (surgeries, therapies, medications)
- Lost earning potential if your child cannot work in adulthood
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and reduced quality of life
- Costs of adaptive equipment and home modifications
We understand that a single settlement or verdict must last a lifetime. That’s why our law firm fights to ensure no financial burden falls on your family’s shoulders.
4. Handling Insurance Companies and Hospital Lawyers
Hospitals and their insurance providers often have aggressive legal teams working to minimize payouts or deny responsibility altogether. Without proper legal representation, families may be pressured into accepting low settlements or be misled about their rights.
At Phillips Law Offices, we handle all communication and negotiation with insurance companies so you can focus on your child’s care. We present the evidence, argue liability, and demand the full compensation your case deserves.
We know the tactics insurers use — and we counter them with decades of experience and a strong record of winning complex medical malpractice claims in Illinois.
5. Filing the Legal Claim and Managing Deadlines
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases is typically two years from the date of discovery. However, when the victim is a child, different rules may apply.
A birth injury lawyer ensures your claim is filed on time and in full compliance with state laws. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your right to recover damages.
The attorneys at Phillips Law Offices prepare all documentation, court filings, and procedural steps required to protect your family’s rights throughout the process.
6. Representing You in Court
While many cases are resolved through negotiation, some go to trial. In these situations, having a seasoned trial attorney is crucial.
Our legal team has successfully argued numerous birth injury cases before Illinois juries, presenting compelling evidence and expert testimony to prove negligence and damages.
We build strong courtroom strategies that include:
- Detailed medical chronologies
- Expert witnesses explaining the standard of care
- Emotional and factual storytelling about the child’s challenges and needs
At Phillips Law Offices, we’re known for our ability to communicate the human impact of medical negligence, securing justice and meaningful compensation for families.
7. Offering Compassionate Guidance Every Step of the Way
A birth injury case isn’t just a legal battle — it’s an emotional journey. Our attorneys don’t just provide legal advice; we offer support, understanding, and personalized attention to every family we represent.
We explain every step of the process clearly, answer questions promptly, and help connect families with medical and community resources. We believe you deserve a partner who truly cares about your child’s future.
8. No Fees Unless We Win
Many families hesitate to hire a lawyer because they fear the costs. At Phillips Law Offices, we operate on a contingency fee basis — meaning you pay nothing upfront and no fees unless we win your case.
This ensures that every family, regardless of financial situation, has access to high-quality legal representation. You can pursue justice with confidence knowing your case is in experienced hands.
9. Why Choose Phillips Law Offices
When you work with Phillips Law Offices, you’re choosing one of the most trusted names in Illinois birth injury law. For decades, our attorneys have fought for families whose lives were forever changed by medical negligence.
We are proud to offer:
- Proven experience in complex birth injury litigation
- Access to top medical experts and investigators
- Personalized, compassionate representation
- A record of multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements
Our team doesn’t stop until justice is served and your child’s needs are fully addressed.
10. Contact Phillips Law Offices Today
If you suspect that your child’s injury was caused by a doctor’s mistake, the time to act is now. Evidence can fade, and deadlines can pass quickly.
Contact the Chicago birth injury lawyers at Phillips Law Offices for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and outline the next steps toward justice.
📞 Call (312) 598-1829
📍 161 N Clark St, Suite 4925, Chicago, IL 60601
💬 Free Consultation | No Fee Unless You Win
Let our team fight for your family — so you can focus on your child’s health, healing, and future.
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