If something went wrong during your birth, you deserve honest answers. We are Australia’s only specialist practice dedicated to mothers and families affected by birth injury.
Tens of thousands of Australian women are injured during childbirth every year. Most never know they have legal rights. Birth Injury Lawyers was founded to change that. We exist for the women and families who deserve answers.
36
+
Years of medical negligence experience
28
%
Of women experience birth trauma
All states
We can help with matters in every Australian jurisdiction except Queensland.
No Win-No Fee
You pay nothing unless we win
How Birth Injury Lawyers can help you
With over 36 years of specialist experience, Birth Injury Lawyers delivers expert, personalised representation to mothers, infants and families affected by birth injury. We understand the medical complexity of these claims — and we know how to win them.
Specialist representation for every birth injury claim
- Maternal birth injury
- Infant brain injury & cerebral palsy
- Psychological injury to families
- High-risk pregnancy
mismanagement
Birth injury claims require deep medical knowledge and the experience to challenge hospitals and insurers. That is exactly what we bring.
Birth injury claims require deep medical knowledge and the experience to challenge hospitals and insurers. That is exactly what we bring.
Birth injury claims require deep medical knowledge and the experience to challenge hospitals and insurers. That is exactly what we bring.
Birth injury claims require deep medical knowledge and the experience to challenge hospitals and insurers. That is exactly what we bring.
Our Easy 3 Step Process
Starting a claim can feel overwhelming. We’ve made the process as straightforward as possible — so you always know where you stand.
1
Tell us what happened
A free, confidential conversation with no obligation. You talk, we listen — and we ask the right questions to understand your experience fully.
2
We assess your claim
Anthony reviews your case personally and gives you an honest assessment of whether you have a claim and what it may be worth. No jargon. No pressure.
3
We fight for you
If you have a claim, we act on a no-win, no-fee basis with clear, fixed fees agreed at every stage. No hourly rate surprises — ever.
You don’t need to have all the answers before you reach out. You just need to be willing to ask the question.
Your Questions, Answered
Most families come to us with the same concerns. Here are honest answers to the questions we hear most—because you deserve to know where you stand before you decide anything.
How do I know if my birth injury was caused by negligence?
Not every birth complication is the result of negligence—births are unpredictable and complications do happen. However, if your injury occurred because a doctor, midwife, or hospital fell below the standard of care a reasonable medical professional would have provided, you may have a claim. The best way to find out is to speak with a specialist. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation where we will give you an honest assessment of your situation.
How much does it cost to make a claim?
We operate on a no win, no fee basis—which means you pay nothing unless your claim is successful. We also use fixed fee agreements at every stage of your claim, agreed upfront and explained clearly before you commit to anything. There are no hourly rate surprises, ever.
How long do I have to make a claim?
Time limits apply to medical negligence claims in Australia and vary depending on your state or territory. It is important not to delay. If you are unsure whether your claim is still within time, contact us as soon as possible and we will advise you on your specific situation.
What types of injuries can I claim for?
We represent mothers, babies, and families affected by a wide range of birth-related injuries, including severe perineal tears and pelvic floor damage, postpartum haemorrhage, delayed emergency caesarean section, infant brain injury and cerebral palsy, psychological trauma, and injuries resulting from a failure to obtain informed consent. If you are unsure whether your experience falls within these categories, contact us—every family’s situation is different.
What compensation can I recover if my claim is successful?
A successful claim may entitle you to compensation for pain and suffering, past and future medical expenses, loss of income, and the cost of care and assistance with daily tasks. These are real losses that have changed your life—and a successful claim can provide the financial support to help you and your family move forward.
Do I need to go to court?
The great majority of birth injury claims—more than 90%—resolve at or before mediation, without the need for a full court hearing. We will always work to achieve the best outcome for you in the most efficient way possible, keeping you informed at every step.
Can family members claim for psychological injury?
Yes. A traumatic birth experience does not only affect the mother. Partners and family members who witness or are affected by a traumatic birth may also be entitled to compensation for psychological injury. We represent families, not just individuals.
Why should I choose Birth Injury Lawyers over a general law firm?
Birth Injury Lawyers is Australia’s only specialist practice dedicated exclusively to birth injury. This is not one of many practice areas—it is the only one. That focus means we have deeper expertise in the medical evidence, the expert witnesses, and the litigation landscape than any generalist firm. Your file is managed personally by our team, and you will always speak with someone who knows your case.
- What our clients say
We measure our success by how clients feel
throughout the process.
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