Florence Birth Injury Attorneys

Birth Injury Lawyers In Florence, SC

Representing Children & Families Across South Carolina

When obstetricians, nurses, and other medical professionals fail to provide the necessary and expected level of care, innocent children and pregnant mothers can, unfortunately, be put in harm’s way. At Edwards Kirby, our birth injury lawyers are committed to seeking justice for families who are facing life after a birth injury and helping children get the lifelong care they need to face happier, healthier, and more stable futures.

Since 1993, our birth injury attorneys have been particularly noted for their success in handling malpractice cases in North Carolina. We won the largest medical malpractice jury verdict in North Carolina history and negotiated the state’s largest birth injury settlement in a case involving medical negligence resulting in cerebral palsy. 

Now, our attorneys are extending their expertise and unwavering dedication to Florence, South Carolina. Birth injury cases are complex, but we have the resources, skills, and experience needed to get your family the justice it deserves. 

Florence Birth Injury FAQs

What constitutes a birth injury under South Carolina law?

Under South Carolina law, a birth injury constitutes any physical or mental impairment caused by healthcare provider negligence during the labor and delivery process. These injuries can affect the neurological, emotional, or psychological capacity of a child, leading to substantial and discernible impairments.

How long do I have to file a birth injury lawsuit in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, the statute of limitations for filing a birth injury claim depends on the nature of the plaintiff. If the claim involves a minor, it can be filed until the child reaches the age of ten. For claims filed by parents on behalf of the child or for their own emotional or physical damages related to the birth injury, the statute of limitations is three years from the date of the injury or from when the injury could have reasonably been discovered, but no more than six years from the date of the occurrence. 

What can I expect in terms of compensation from a birth injury lawsuit?

The amount of compensation awarded in South Carolina birth injury cases varies significantly based on the specifics of each case, such as the severity of the injury, the extent of medical negligence, and the projected future needs of the child. Compensation is typically meant to cover medical costs for both immediate and long-term care, therapy (such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy), necessary medications, and adaptive equipment. Financial awards can also account for the child’s and family’s pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and any potential future losses or expenses.

How can I prove negligence in a birth injury case?

To prove negligence in a South Carolina birth injury case, you need to demonstrate that the medical provider has a duty to provide the standard of care accepted in the medical community for similar situations and that they failed to meet it, directly causing the injury. This requires you or your attorneys to collect all medical records from pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care, testimonies from medical experts, witness testimonies, and findings from any investigations into the incident. 

Will my birth injury case go to trial?

Many birth injury cases are settled out of court. However, Edwards Kirby’s birth injury attorneys are prepared to fight for you in court if need be.

How does Edwards Kirby support families during the birth injury legal process?

Edwards Kirby supports families through the birth injury legal process by leveraging their extensive experience in handling malpractice cases to provide comprehensive legal representation. We manage all aspects of the legal process, from gathering evidence and consulting medical experts to negotiating settlements and, if necessary, representing families in court.

What is birth injury payout?

A birth injury payout is the compensation awarded to families when medical negligence during labor and delivery results in injury to the infant or mother. It is designed to cover various costs and damages, including medical expenses (both immediate and ongoing), rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, loss of future earnings, and the need for any special care or equipment.