Hundreds of Millions of Dollars Have Been Recovered for Injured Babies and Children
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A medical malpractice birth injury diagnosis instantly transforms a parent into a full-time medical advocate, a role no one is ever prepared to take on. Instead of celebrating milestones, families in Anaheim and across Orange County find themselves navigating a complex web of doctors, therapists, and medical bills following a preventable error in the delivery room. The initial shock gives way to an urgent search for answers and a deep need to understand how this could have been allowed to happen.
Our team of medical malpractice birth injury lawyers was founded on a single, unwavering belief: that a child’s future should never be limited by a preventable mistake. This conviction drives our work every day as we seek accountability for families in Anaheim. We are here to provide not just legal representation, but a clear path to action and a powerful voice for your child.
This advocacy is critically needed, even here in Orange County. The unfortunate truth, confirmed by extensive research showing medical negligence is a major cause of harm in the U.S., is that no hospital is perfect. Our goal is to provide you with the essential knowledge you need to navigate this reality, helping you ask the right questions and make informed decisions for your family.
When a newborn is in the NICU or receives a frightening diagnosis, a parent’s first and most urgent question is simply, “Why?” The reality is that there is a wide spectrum of reasons a baby can face long-term medical or developmental problems. Our legal investigation begins by acknowledging this medical complexity.
The potential causes can range from prematurity, infection, and respiratory distress to genetic conditions and other congenital anomalies. While some of these factors are unavoidable medical realities, our critical task is to determine if a preventable medical error played a role.
The central question of our investigation is not simply “was it a birth defect or a birth injury?” Instead, we ask: “Amidst all of these complex medical factors, did a mistake by the medical team cause or contribute to the harm?”
For instance, was a post-birth infection an unavoidable complication, or was it the result of a hospital’s failure to follow proper hygiene protocols? Was your child’s brain damage the result of a known genetic issue, or was it caused by a doctor’s failure to respond to signs of hypoxia during labor?
Our mission is to meticulously analyze the complete medical picture, separating unavoidable outcomes from instances of malpractice. This deep, evidence-based investigation is the only way to provide your family with the clear, honest answers you deserve about what truly happened to your child.
A deviation from the accepted standard of care in an Anaheim-area delivery room can lead to catastrophic, lifelong harm. Our lawyers who handle catastrophic birth injury claims have seen the devastating consequences of these failures and has successfully handled cases involving a wide range of negligent acts, similar to:
A preventable birth injury forces a family to adapt to a new and challenging reality. The future becomes a landscape of medical needs, therapeutic goals, and accessibility challenges. The purpose of a birth injury claim is to provide your family with the tools and financial resources necessary to navigate this new reality and ensure your child has every opportunity to thrive.
For a birth injury to become a successful medical malpractice case in Anaheim, a family’s claim must pass through three critical legal “gates.” Each one requires specific proof and expert guidance.
Gate 1: The Timeliness Gate (The Statute of Limitations)
This is the first and most unforgiving gate. California law has a strict filing deadline called the statute of limitations. If you miss this deadline—which for a child’s injury is often before their eighth birthday—your right to seek justice is permanently lost, no matter how strong your case is. This is why immediate action is not just a suggestion; it is an absolute necessity.Â
Gate 2: The Proof Gate (Negligence & Causation)
Once through the first gate, our legal team for birth injury medical malpractice claims must present the core of our case. This involves proving two interconnected facts: First, we must establish Negligence by showing that a doctor or hospital in Orange County failed to meet the “standard of care.” Second, we must prove Causation by drawing a clear, convincing line with medical evidence that this specific act of negligence was the direct cause of your child’s injury.
Gate 3: The Compensation Gate (MICRA Reform)
After proving your case, the final gate determines the extent of the recovery. For decades, a law called MICRA unjustly limited what families could receive for their suffering. However, a landmark 2023 reform (Assembly Bill 35) has now opened this gate much wider, significantly increasing the cap on these “non-economic” damages. An expert legal team is crucial to navigating this new law and securing the full and fair compensation your family is now entitled to.
When your child’s future is at stake, choosing the right legal team is the most important decision you will make. To counter the hospital’s aggressive and well-funded defense in an Orange County courtroom, your firm must provide the right answers to these four essential questions:
 “Do they truly understand the medicine? A birth injury case hinges on the evidence found within the medical records. Our team has years of experience analyzing complex charts from local hospitals like Ho-ag, UCI Health, and St. Joseph, enabling us to pinpoint the exact errors in care.”
Who is on their team of experts?The hospital will have its own paid experts. We counter them with a national network of elite, board-certified specialists in fields like neonatology and obstetrics who can provide clear, authoritative testimony on your child’s behalf.
Do they have the financial resources to go the distance?These cases are incredibly expensive to litigate. Our firm has the financial fortitude to fund your case entirely, ensuring we never have to settle for less than your child deserves because of financial pressure.Â
Do they understand the local legal landscape?
Knowing the specific procedures in the Orange County Superior Court system is a critical strategic advantage. Our deep insight allows us to navigate the system effectively for our clients.
For our attorneys with a focus on birth trauma litigation, meeting these high standards isn’t just business—it’s our commitment to securing the resources your child needs for a lifetime of care.
Orange County is home to several nationally recognized hospitals with busy and highly-regarded maternity centers. Some of the major centers for childbirth for families in Anaheim and the surrounding OC include:
Receiving a diagnosis for your child is overwhelming. Finding the best resources near you was a common search for many families we have helped. Here are some trusted, non-legal organizations that can provide invaluable information and support in the Anaheim area:
Key Takeaways
Yes, absolutely. This is a common and frustrating obstacle for families.The firm’s birth injury and medical negligence legal team has the authority to make a formal demand for all relevant records, including fetal monitoring strips, doctors’ notes, and the hospital’s internal communications. If the hospital fails to comply, we can use the power of a subpoena to compel them to produce the documents. Obtaining and securing these records is the critical first step of our investigation, and it is a hurdle we are adept at overcoming.
It is rare for a birth injury to be caused by a single mistake. More often, it is a “cascade of negligence”—a series of small errors that compound into a catastrophe. For example, a nurse may fail to report fetal distress, and then the on-call doctor may be slow to respond. Our legal and medical investigation reconstructs the entire timeline to identify every point where the standard of care was breached. It is possible to hold multiple parties accountable, including different doctors, the nursing staff, and the hospital itself.
This is an understandable and intimidating factor for many families. However, in a court of law, a doctor’s reputation is not a defense against negligence. The case is not about the doctor’s entire career or their standing in the community; it is about their specific actions—or inactions—during a particular window of time. The evidence presented in the medical records and through expert testimony is what determines the outcome, not public opinion or a doctor’s prestigious background.
No. In fact, the opposite is usually true. The vast majority of birth injury cases—well over 90%—are resolved before ever reaching a trial. This is typically accomplished through a formal process known as mediation, where both parties meet with a neutral third party to negotiate a settlement. We prepare every single case as if it will go to trial, which allows us to negotiate from a position of maximum strength and often encourages the hospital’s insurance company to offer a fair settlement outside of the courtroom.
Your child’s health and well-being are the absolute priority. Our dedicated birth injury attorneys and the legal system have procedures to protect them. In almost all birth injury cases, a young or disabled child will not have to testify or sit through stressful legal proceedings. Their story is told through their medical records, the testimony of medical experts, and, most importantly, through you—their parents. We handle the legal battle so you can focus on what matters most: your child.
Catastrophic child and birth injuries can shatter the lives of not just the babies and children, but also their families. Families are left to navigate a complex maze of medical challenges, financial burdens, and emotional turmoil. But, this is where Jeffrey Killino and his team of dedicated lawyers can provide the support and guidance families need most.
For over 2 decades, Jeffrey Killino and his team have secured life-changing results for babies and children facing catastrophic injuries. Our clients gain access to the best medical care, financial security, and peace of mind, knowing their futures are protected.
Jeffrey Killino and his team of child and birth injury lawyers are committed to go beyond securing multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. We measure our success by our positive impact on our clients’ lives. We’re dedicated to supporting them throughout their journey, even after their case is resolved.
Jeffrey Killino and his team of child and birth injury lawyers are committed to more than just securing multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. We measure our success by our positive impact on our clients’ lives, helping them access the best medical care, achieve financial security, and find peace of mind. We also actively work to prevent injuries and promote safety for everyone.
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