Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in California

2 broken bones on newborn at birth

what can I do when a year has past since the problem with the baby?


Asked on 10/08/06, 6:03 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Scott Righthand Law Office Of Scott Righthand

Re: 2 broken bones on newborn at birth

Birth injuries to babies from medical malpractice in California have a statute of limitations that is generally eight years so the 1 year parameter should not be a problem. It is not possible to state whether this is or is not a case of negligence with only this information and one would need to know the current condition of the child along with the circumstances of the fractures. Feel free to e mail me to discuss this further. Regards, Scott Righthand

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Answered on 10/17/06, 3:56 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: 2 broken bones on newborn at birth

First, see if your baby's current doctor is willing to give you a 'medical opinion' that the problem was caused by the original doctor or not. If he won't give you a favorable opinion, then seek out another doctor if you still believe there was negligence. You can NOT file a malpractice lawsuit without such opinion stating there was negligence and fault by the doctor. Feel free to contact me when you are ready to get help in this. We can assist in locating doctors for you to consult. Then, if there is a supporting opinion, we can represent you in filing.

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Answered on 10/23/06, 1:37 pm

Re: 2 broken bones on newborn at birth

You can certainly file a law suit against the hospital. The statue is 8 years. Our law office has handled cases like this before and we have won large amounts. Contact us today at 760.243.5121. We can help.

Thanks and God Bless.

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Answered on 10/21/06, 7:48 pm


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