Bostwick & Associates
5.0
Over 20 5-Star Reviews
Confronting a kernicterus diagnosis in a newborn can be an incredibly challenging experience for any family, given its association with severe neurological damage due to untreated newborn jaundice. At Bostwick & Associates, our goal is to provide families with the compassionate legal representation they need during such a difficult time. A dedicated kernicterus attorney from our firm can help you explore every legal avenue to fight for the compensation necessary to support your child's needs, including ongoing medical treatment and care.
If your child has been affected by kernicterus and you need legal assistance, please don't hesitate to contact Bostwick & Associates. Partner with a kernicterus lawyer who is deeply committed to advocating for the well-being and future of your child, ensuring your family gets the justice and support you need.
Call (888) 831-8448 to learn how Bostwick & Associates can help with your kernicterus case.
Call for More Information Today! 888-831-8448
-
California$16,500,000 Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy
Record setting-settlement for a brain injured baby.
-
Hawaii$15,000,000 Brain Injury, Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy
Largest pretrial settlement against the United States in Hawaii for a child who suffered brain damage during birth.
-
$6,000,000 Legal Malpractice, Auto Accident, Product Liability, Personal Injury
Failure to advise the risks of rejecting an offer of settlement before a defense verdict in trial resulted in a settlement for the amount the plaintiff’s would have received had they settled. This case involved an auto accident explosion.
-
$4,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth and Neonatal Injury, Brain Injury
Overdose of medication to an infant child during hospital care resulted in brain injury.
-
California$3,800,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury
Our birth injury lawyers in San Francisco tried a case involving improper use of forceps in delivery causing brain injury.
-
California$3,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury
Our birth injury lawyers in San Francisco tried a case involving shoulder dystocia resulting in brain injury.
This is believed to be the largest recovery for a medical malpractice case in this Northern California county. Our client was giving birth to an unusually large baby and the doctors failed to properly estimate the size of the baby prior to labor. After the baby's head was delivered, the rest of the body couldn’t pass through the mother’s pelvis. The doctors then pushed the head back through the mother's pelvis and delivered it by c-section. This resulted in the baby sustaining a severe brain injury and requiring 24/7 attendant care for life.
We represented a family in Hawaii whose child suffered brain damage during birth.The case was against the United States for a birth injury which resulted from the government doctor's failure to promptly deliver the baby when the labor failed to progress, and fetal monitoring revealed the baby was in trouble. The injured young boy is now able to walk and communicate, but will live with disabilities that require constant supervision for the rest of his life. The settlement is the largest pretrial settlement against the USA in this Western state’s history.
At Bostwick & Associates, we focus on life-changing personal injury and medical malpractice cases throughout California and beyond. For over 40 years, we’ve combined elite trial advocacy with compassionate, personalized service to help injured individuals and families rebuild their lives.
Why Choose Us:
- More than $1 billion recovered in record-setting verdicts and settlements
- Led by nationally recognized trial lawyer James S. Bostwick
- Board-certified medical malpractice expertise
- Over four decades focused on catastrophic injury cases
- No upfront fees – you pay nothing unless we win
-
No Fees Unless Your Family Wins
Free consultation and contingency fees for birth injury cases.
-
Medical Malpractice Certified Specialists
Board-certified in medical malpractice for complex birth claims.
-
Led By Elite Birth Injury Trial Lawyer
Birth injury cases led by Inner Circle advocate James Bostwick.
-
Record-Setting Birth Injury Results
Over $1 billion recovered, including landmark birth injury awards.
At Bostwick & Associates, our team is united by a single goal: helping injured individuals and families rebuild their lives. Led by nationally recognized trial lawyer James S. Bostwick, we bring more than four decades of focused experience in catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, and birth injury cases. We’re not a high-volume firm—every case is handled with personal attention, careful investigation, and a tailored strategy.
We draw on board-certified medical malpractice expertise, relationships with leading medical and forensic experts, and a proven record of setting verdict and settlement records in multiple states. From your first free consultation through trial or settlement, we work on contingency, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we win. When you’re facing life-changing injuries and need a team you can trust, we’re here to stand beside you and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
-
Can kernicterus be prevented?Yes, kernicterus can often be prevented with early detection and treatment of jaundice. Frequent monitoring of bilirubin levels in newborns allows for timely interventions such as phototherapy, which helps prevent bilirubin from reaching dangerous levels.
-
What are the symptoms of kernicterus?Symptoms of kernicterus can include extreme jaundice, lethargy, muscle rigidity, high-pitched crying, and arching of the back. As the condition progresses, it can lead to serious complications like cerebral palsy, hearing loss, and developmental delays.
-
Why is immediate treatment crucial for kernicterus?Immediate treatment for kernicterus is crucial to prevent permanent brain damage. Early intervention reduces bilirubin levels, preventing it from crossing into brain tissues. Delaying treatment increases the risk of severe and lasting effects, highlighting the importance of timely medical care.
-
What treatments are available for kernicterus?Treatment for kernicterus primarily focuses on reducing bilirubin levels in the blood. Common treatments include phototherapy, which uses light to break down bilirubin, and exchange transfusion, where baby's blood is replaced with donor blood. Early intervention is critical for better outcomes.