Sunday, April 26, 2009

How To Find A Competent Birth Injury Attorney

By Allen Batson

One half of one percent of births in the United States involves what are called 'birth injuries.' This works out to 1 birth injury out of every 200 births. Birth injuries are typically the result of an improper procedure during birth or a loss of oxygen to the baby during delivery. An attorney who specializes in seeking redress for birth injuries is called a 'Birth Injury Attorney.' If your child suffered a birth injury, this article may assist you in finding a competent Birth Injury Attorney.

In finding a birth injury attorney, the first strategy is to call a lawyer you trust and ask if they can recommend a birth injury attorney. You don't have to explain yourself and probably shouldn't. Answer any questions directly and briefly. Let the attorney lead you. If you do not know a lawyer, or don't know one you trust with this matter, call family, friends, co-workers.

A personal recommendation for any type of personal injury lawyer is a start, but it's okay if they give the name of any lawyer they have a relationship with. Get the name and number and make the call yourself. When you get the secretary, tell her the name of the person who recommended the attorney you wish to speak with. If asked why, say it is a personal matter.

Work your phone. It is the only way to do this. When you find a birth injury attorney, make an appointment. Prepare yourself for the appointment. You are just going to be discussing your case, but bring a briefcase with copies of every document related to the pregnancy and the injury. Copies only - keep the originals in the safest place you own.

So you have made an appointment to meet with a birth injury attorney. Go to the meeting as prepared as you want your lawyer to be on your behalf. Bring whatever documentation you have (copies only). Answer the attorney's questions as straightforward and to the point as you can. Once the attorney decides to take your case, don't jump at it. Get reference, check it out and call back when you have made your decision.

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