Philadelphia Birth Injury Attorneys

Delivery Room Errors | Erb’s Palsy | Shoulder Dystocia | Cerebral Palsy | Hypoxia | Preeclampsia

The birth of a child ought to be a time of joy, of celebration of new life and possibility. When your child suffers needless injury because of the carelessness or negligence of medical personnel, you can be at a loss as to how to move forward. You want an experienced Philadelphia personal injury lawyer to protect your rights and your future, and to help you take the right steps to meet the needs of your child.

At Metzger & Kleiner, we bring more than 40 years of experience to people throughout the Philadelphia metro area and the Lehigh Valley who have suffered personal injury. We understand the emotional pain that can come when your child faces physical challenges every day. When you hire us to help you protect your rights, we will work closely with you throughout the legal process. We will take the time to listen carefully to the details of your case and will fully explain the laws and procedures, as well as your options and likelihood of success.

Contact our office online or call us at 215-567-6616 in Philadelphia, or 610-435-7400 in the Lehigh Valley to arrange a private meeting. Your first consultation is free.

Our Birth Injury Practice

We provide comprehensive counsel to parents in the aftermath of an unnecessary birth injury. We will take the time to carefully gather all relevant evidence, working with expert witnesses (including medical professionals) to prepare and present the most compelling case for your financial recovery. We handle all types of birth injury claims, including cases involving:

• Delivery room error, such as deprivation of oxygen or forceps injuries, leading to cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy or shoulder dystocia
• Failure to conduct proper fetal monitoring
• Failure to provide proper prenatal care, including failure to conduct tests to diagnose gestational diabetes or preeclampsia
• Negligence in failing to diagnose the need for a C-section

We will help you pursue full and fair compensation for all your losses, including medical expenses, as well as the costs of rehabilitation, physical therapy and any modifications necessary to your home or vehicle to accommodate the needs of your child.

Contact Our Office

To set up a confidential consultation with an experienced Pennsylvania birth injuries lawyer, contact us online or call our office at 215-567-6616 in Philadelphia, or 610-435-7400 in Allentown. Your first meeting is without cost or obligation. We will come to your home or the hospital if necessary.

We take all birth injury claims on a contingency basis. We won’t charge legal fees unless we recover compensation for your losses.