Nothing is more heart-wrenching than discovering that your newborn has suffered a preventable birth injury. Whether due to delayed action, a misread fetal monitor, improper use of forceps, or other medical negligence, the effects can be lifelong, and emotionally and financially devastating.
If you or a loved one is living this painful reality, it’s time to speak with a Mission birth injury lawyer who has the skill, experience, and resources to demand justice. At Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen, we’ve built our reputation as the premier law firm for medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases in Kansas. We don’t take every case, but we do take the cases that require elite advocacy and expert strategy.
You’re Not Alone
When families are hit with the trauma of a birth injury, they often feel isolated, overwhelmed, and unsure of what steps to take. You might be asking:
- What qualifies as a birth injury?
- Was this avoidable?
- How will we afford long-term care for our child?
- Who will hold the hospital or medical team accountable?
These are valid and vital questions. And we’re here to help you find answers, starting with a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll review your situation and tell you the truth—whether you have a case and how we can fight for the outcome you deserve.
Birth Injuries Are Often Preventable, but Medical Negligence Isn’t Always Easy to Prove
Many families don’t realize that a birth injury is often the result of medical negligence. This includes failure to monitor fetal distress, misuse of delivery tools, delayed C-sections, or mistakes with medication during pregnancy or labor.
In Kansas, victims of medical malpractice, including birth injuries, have the right to pursue compensation. The state provides a two-year statute of limitations from when the injury is discovered (or reasonably should have been discovered). That’s why it’s critical to act quickly.
Unfortunately, proving a medical malpractice claim in Kansas requires clear and convincing evidence—a difficult standard without an experienced and strategic legal team.
Why Families Choose Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen
At Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen, we don’t just say we’re client advocates, we strive to prove it daily. We’ve fought for families like yours for over 20 years, specializing in complex and catastrophic injury cases. Other attorneys routinely refer their biggest cases to us because they know we never leave a stone unturned.
Why We’re Different:
- Full-time physician and nurse on staff. We don’t rely on outside experts to review your case; we have them in-house, ready to identify errors and testify with credibility.
- Insurance companies know and hate us. We’ve earned a reputation for thorough, relentless investigation and elite trial preparation.
- We employ a team of experts on every case. No guesswork. Just hard facts and strategy.
- We are professional but approachable. We genuinely care about our clients, so when you work with us, you’re treated like family.
- Free consultations. Our initial meeting is completely free, and we will meet you at your home or hospital if needed.
- You don’t pay unless we win. We front the costs and don’t get paid unless you do.
These aren’t just bullet points, they’re a reflection of our culture. At Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen, we hold ourselves to the highest standards because that’s what our clients deserve.
What Working with a Mission Birth Injury Lawyer Looks Like
At Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen, we believe every client deserves clarity, compassion, and relentless advocacy. Here’s what you can expect when you trust us with your birth injury case.
- Schedule a free consultation. Call or contact us online to book a confidential case review with an experienced Mission birth injury lawyer. We’ll walk through your story, let you know if you have a valid claim, and begin outlining your options.
- Let us handle the investigation. We’ll gather medical records, consult our in-house medical experts, and analyze every angle of your child’s care. We’ll find the evidence and build a strong case for liability.
- Pursue maximum compensation. Depending on the circumstances, your case may involve significant damages, including:
- Long-term medical care,
- Physical and occupational therapy,
- Special education and assistive devices,
- Pain and suffering, and
- Loss of future earnings.
Our goal is to secure a life-changing settlement or verdict that helps your family move forward.
What Qualifies As a Birth Injury?
A birth injury refers to any physical harm a newborn suffers before, during, or immediately after birth. These injuries can result from unavoidable complications, but too often, they’re caused by medical mistakes. Common types of birth injuries include:
- Cerebral palsy,
- Erb’s palsy or brachial plexus injury,
- Skull fractures,
- Facial paralysis,
- Oxygen deprivation (hypoxia or HIE), and
- Spinal cord damage.
If your baby experienced an unexpected complication and you suspect medical negligence, talk to a Mission birth injury attorney immediately. We can help determine whether a doctor, nurse, or hospital deviated from the accepted standard of care.
Birth Injury Settlement Amount: What Can Families Expect?
One of the most common questions families ask is: “What is the typical birth injury settlement amount?” The answer depends on the severity of the injury, the cost of ongoing care, and the level of negligence involved.
While each case is different, catastrophic birth injury settlements often exceed several hundred thousand to several million dollars, especially when the child requires lifelong support. Because we only take high-stakes cases, we have the resources and courtroom experience needed to fight for full compensation.
Contact a Mission Birth Injury Lawyer Today
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. And you shouldn’t. Birth injuries affect every part of your life, and you deserve legal allies who are prepared, experienced, and compassionate.
If you’re searching for a Mission birth injury lawyer, don’t wait.
Call Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen at (816) 421-6868 or fill out our secure contact form. We are proud to be known as the firm other lawyers trust with their biggest cases, and the firm insurance companies don’t want to face in court.
Let’s talk about your story. We’ll listen, explain your options, and if you have a case, we’ll fight relentlessly for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
