Labor and Delivery Malpractice Portland
If you or your baby has suffered harm as a result of labor complications or delivery trauma, our attorneys can help. We are ready to evaluate your case and make recommendations about what to do. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in fair compensation for the victims of labor and delivery complications throughout Oregon.
$3.5
Million
Settlement for a child who suffered a brain injury due to a delay in performing a c-section.
$1.6
Million
Settlement for a young mother who suffered a brain injury due to the medical team’s failure to immediately start CPR.
$2.1
Million
Settlement for the surviving spouse and daughter of a woman who died due to preeclampsia or pregnancy-related high blood pressure.
Common labor and delivery complications
Brain Injury
Shoulder Dystocia
Shoulder dystocia is when an obstetrician is required to perform additional maneuvers to deliver a baby when the baby’s shoulders have become obstructed by the maternal pelvis. Shoulder dystocia must be resolved quickly and competently. Otherwise, it causes both fetal and maternal harm.
Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure developed late in the pregnancy. Once diagnosed, the mother must be carefully monitored. If hypertension worsens, the baby must be delivered to save the life of the mother. When a doctor fails to treat a patient suffering high blood pressure while pregnant, he or she puts the health of the mother and child at risk.
See a full list of common labor and delivery injuries here.
Do you need an attorney for a labor and delivery injury?
Labor and delivery complications combine emotionally charged issues with legal and medical complexities. It’s critical to work with a trusted attorney and law firm that will ensure both you and your child’s rights are protected.
With over 200 years of combined experience and long-established relationships with doctors, nurses, and other medical experts, Pickett Dummigan Weingart is prepared to meet with you to discuss the details. We are selective about the clients we represent and want to make sure that working together is the right fit. Our team is here to help you!
Quick Answers from Our Attorneys
Q: When is a labor and delivery complication considered malpractice?
“It is considered medical malpractice when a mother or baby suffers preventable injuries. If your baby was harmed by negligent actions during labor and delivery, our attorneys are ready to investigate and get justice for your family. ”
— Deena Sajitharan

Q: What can I expect when working with your firm?
“It starts by meeting with one of our compassionate lawyers specializing in labor and delivery cases. We’ll carefully listen to what happened during the labor and delivery, and gather all medical records for review by an expert. We report back to you to explain their conclusions and make a plan to move forward. We know you’re dealing with an incredibly emotional situation and will make this process as simple as possible. We’re always here to answer questions.”
Q: Do I have a labor and delivery lawsuit case?
— J. Randolph Pickett
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If you believe you’re dealing with a labor and delivery case in Portland or elsewhere in Oregon, let’s set up a time to talk. We want to hear about your situation and find out if working together is the right fit.
If we both decide to move forward, we’ll take your case on a contingency-fee-basis. You won’t pay anything unless we win.
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