Denver Infant Stroke Attorneys

Are You in Need of a Denver Infant Stroke Lawyer?

An infant stroke may be caused by medical negligence. This is a devastating outcome that can lead to serious disabilities and a lifetime of astronomical expenses for your family. If your child suffered an infant stroke and you suspect something went wrong during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, it is important to seek legal guidance as soon as possible.

At Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., we represent families whose children have suffered catastrophic birth injuries, including infant stroke. Our firm has decades of experience handling complex medical malpractice claims, and we have earned a reputation as one of the premier birth injury law firms in Colorado and across the country.

You may be in need of a Denver infant stroke lawyer if:

Your child was diagnosed with a stroke shortly before, during, or after birth
There were complications during pregnancy or delivery that were not properly addressed
Medical providers failed to act on signs of fetal distress
There was a delay in performing a necessary emergency intervention
Your child now faces long-term neurological challenges or developmental delays

Why Choose Us Over Other Infant Stroke Attorneys in Denver?

Families can feel overwhelmed because the medical system may not provide clear answers, and the financial burden of long-term care can be significant. Our role is to investigate what happened, determine whether there was a breach of the standard of care, and fight to obtain the compensation your child may be entitled to receive.

Choosing the right birth injury law firm for an infant stroke case really matters. These legal actions demand significant resources, experience, and a willingness to take cases to trial when necessary. Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. stands apart from the rest for several reasons:

Founded in 1981 with decades of experience handling complex medical malpractice cases
Recognized as one of the top law firms in Colorado for medical malpractice and birth injury cases
Jim Puga, Ned Deakins, and another Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. attorney secured a $67.35 million medical malpractice verdict on behalf of a minor child who suffered permanent brain injury.
AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest standards of legal ability and ethics
Attorneys consistently recognized by Super Lawyers based on peer reviews and independent research
Partner Jim Leventhal is a member of The Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group of the top trial lawyers in the United States
Experience handling hundreds of birth injury cases in several states

Get Answers About Your Child’s Stroke Today

Call Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. at (303) 759-9945 or toll-free at (877) 433-3906 for an initial consultation at no charge.

What Is an Infant Stroke?

An infant stroke occurs when blood flow to a baby’s brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. This can result in brain damage within minutes. Infant strokes may occur during pregnancy, during labor and delivery, or shortly after birth.

In the context of birth injuries, infant stroke is often associated with complications that interfere with oxygen delivery or circulation. When medical providers fail to recognize or properly respond to these complications, the risk of stroke increases significantly. Because infant stroke often results in lifelong challenges, it is critical to fully account for future needs when pursuing a claim.

How a Lawyer Can Help

Infant stroke cases require a strategic and comprehensive legal approach. At Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., we guide families through every step of the legal process while building a case designed to hold negligent providers accountable.

Case Evaluation

We begin with a thorough evaluation of your case. This includes reviewing medical records, timelines, and the circumstances surrounding your child’s birth and diagnosis. Our goal is to identify whether there may have been a breach of the standard of care.

Proving Negligence

To succeed in an infant stroke case, it is necessary to establish three key elements:

A breach of the standard of care by a medical provider
That this breach is a cause of the infant’s injuries
That the child suffered damages as a result

This process requires careful analysis and strong supporting evidence.

Gathering Evidence and Consulting with Experts

We work closely with leading medical experts to evaluate what happened and why. These experts help us determine how the standard of care was breached and how that breach may have contributed to the infant stroke.

Evidence may include:

Medical records and fetal monitoring strips
Imaging studies such as MRIs and CT scans
Testimony from medical professionals
Hospital policies and procedures

Our firm invests significant resources into building strong cases supported by credible expert testimony.

Litigation & Negotiation

While some cases may resolve through negotiation, we prepare every case for trial. Our attorneys are experienced trial lawyers who are ready to present your case before a jury if necessary. This approach demonstrates to opposing parties that we are serious about pursuing full accountability.

Put a Premier Birth Injury Law Firm on Your Side

Call (303) 759-9945 or toll-free at (877) 433-3906 to learn more today.

How Medical Negligence Causes Infant Stroke

Infant stroke is often preventable when medical providers follow appropriate standards of care. When those standards are not met, serious harm may occur.

Common causes of infant stroke related to medical negligence include:

Lack of oxygen during childbirth
Failure to appropriately manage conditions in the mother during pregnancy
Failure to properly evaluate the mother during pregnancy, diagnose potential risk factors, and arrange for an earlier delivery
Failure to properly monitor the baby for signs of fetal distress during labor
Failure to respond promptly and appropriately to distress and complications, including performing an emergency C-section when necessary
Improper use of vacuum or forceps during delivery
Allowing unsafe labor to continue for too long
Failure to identify known risk factors and respond appropriately
Failure to respond immediately to adequately treat fetal stroke and help prevent brain damage

Each of these failures may represent a breach of the standard of care. When such a breach leads to an infant stroke, legal action may be appropriate.

What Is the Long-Term Impact of Infant Stroke?

In many cases, the impact is lifelong and requires ongoing medical care and support. These conditions can dramatically affect a child’s quality of life and place a huge emotional and financial strain on families. Potential outcomes include:

Brain damage
Intellectual disabilities
Communication problems
Vision problems
Psychological challenges
Paralysis or weakness on one side of the body
Cerebral palsy

How Is Infant Stroke Diagnosed?

Early diagnosis is critical for managing the condition and minimizing further damage. Common diagnostic tools allow medical professionals to identify the presence of a stroke and determine its cause and extent. This may include:

Blood tests
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), which evaluates specific arteries
Magnetic resonance venography (MRV), which evaluates specific veins
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Computed tomography angiography (CTA), an X-ray used to assess arteries
Cranial ultrasound
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)

Types of Damages Available

Families affected by infant stroke may be able to pursue compensation for a wide range of damages. These damages are intended to address both the immediate and long-term impact of the injury.

Depending on the circumstances, damages may include:

Medical expenses, including hospital stays, surgeries, and ongoing treatment
Costs of in-home care and long-term support
Rehabilitation services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy
Specialized equipment and assistive devices
Educational support and accommodations
Loss of future earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress experienced by the child and family

What Clients Are Saying About Us

Excellent firm! - Kimberly Merriman (5-Star Google Review)

My experience with this firm and my attorney Brian Alienikoff was amazing. The communication from the very start was prompt, informative, and knowledgeable. I was incredibly satisfied with the outcome of my case and felt I was on the same page as Brian the entire time. Excellent firm!

Exemplary in all regards- Porter L. (5-Star Yelp Review)

The experience I had with Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. was exemplary in all regards. The highest in professionalism, empathy, prompt service, and an overall excellent representation in the malpractice field. They were recommended as the Best in the West and that wasn't an exaggeration.

Case Results

LPB Attorneys Win Over $8 Million for Birth Injury Victim

A team of attorneys at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., including James E. Puga, Alex Wilschke, and Nathaniel E. Deakins, secured a verdict for their client, Aron Roudybush, represented by his conservators, Nora and Randall Roudybush. Aron suffered neurological injuries during delivery due to the improper use of a vacuum device, which was applied without adequate training for the nurses. Expert testimony highlighted the hospital's responsibility to educate staff on such devices, and the jury found Penrose negligent for failing to provide proper training on operative vaginal delivery, awarding $8,030,003 to the plaintiffs.

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Speak With a Trusted Denver Infant Stroke Attorney Today

When a child suffers an infant stroke due to medical negligence, the consequences can be overwhelming. Families deserve answers, accountability, and the resources necessary to provide the best possible future for their child. Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. is committed to putting our clients first and pursuing justice on your behalf.

Call (303) 759-9945 or toll-free at (877) 433-3906 to find out how we can help.

We offer no charge for an initial consultation, and you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case.

Infant Stroke FAQS

What is an infant stroke medical malpractice claim?

An infant stroke medical malpractice claim is a legal action brought on behalf of a child who suffered a stroke due to a breach of the standard of care by medical providers during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or shortly after birth. In these cases, the claim focuses on whether doctors, nurses, or other healthcare professionals failed to act in a way that a reasonably competent provider would have under similar circumstances.

How do I know if my child’s stroke was caused by medical negligence?

Determining whether medical negligence occurred requires a detailed review of medical records and expert analysis. If a provider failed to recognize risk factors, monitor the baby properly, or respond to complications, there may have been a breach of the standard of care that contributed to the stroke.

When should I contact an infant stroke attorney?

It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible after your child is diagnosed. Early legal involvement helps preserve evidence, secure expert evaluations, and ensure that important deadlines are not missed.

What compensation may be available in an infant stroke case?

Families may be able to pursue compensation for medical expenses, in-home care, therapy, specialized equipment, and other long-term needs. Damages may also include pain and suffering and the impact the injury has on the child’s future.

What role do medical experts play in Colorado malpractice cases?

Medical experts are critical in infant stroke cases. They evaluate whether there was a breach of the standard of care, explain how that breach may have led to the injury, and provide testimony to support the claim.

Can a case still be pursued if the stroke was diagnosed after leaving the hospital?

Yes. Infant strokes are sometimes diagnosed days or even weeks after birth. What matters is whether the underlying cause of the stroke is linked to actions or inactions by medical providers during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.

Will my case go to trial?

Some cases resolve through negotiation, but Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. prepares every case for trial. This approach strengthens your position and ensures readiness if the case needs to be presented before a jury.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

Leventhal Puga Braley P.C. handles cases on a contingency fee basis. This means payment is only collected if compensation is recovered through a negotiated settlement or lawsuit verdict.

What makes infant stroke cases different from other medical malpractice claims?

Infant stroke claims involve both medical and developmental issues that can evolve over time. These cases require extensive expert involvement, long-term planning for future care, and a thorough understanding of how early brain injuries affect a child’s life trajectory.

Meet Our Birth Injury Attorneys

Jim Puga

Jim Puga is a nationally recognized trial attorney with extensive experience handling complex medical malpractice and birth injury cases. As a partner at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., he has dedicated his practice to representing children and families affected by catastrophic injuries, including those resulting from preventable errors during pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

Jim has earned a reputation for his ability to take on challenging cases involving infant stroke, brain injuries, and other serious birth-related conditions. He is known for his thorough preparation, strategic approach, and commitment to presenting compelling cases before a jury when necessary. His work focuses on identifying breaches of the standard of care and demonstrating how those failures have impacted a child’s life.

Jim is a past Chair of Birth Trauma for the American Association of Justice, a leadership role that reflects his deep involvement in advancing advocacy for children affected by birth injuries. Through this work, he collaborates with other attorneys and medical professionals to stay at the forefront of developments in birth injury litigation.

Alex Wilschke

Alex Wilschke is a dedicated trial attorney at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., where he focuses on complex medical malpractice and birth injury litigation. His practice is centered on representing children and families affected by catastrophic injuries, including infant stroke and other preventable birth-related conditions.

Alex is known for his meticulous approach to case development and his commitment to understanding the medical and legal complexities involved in birth injury claims. He works closely with leading medical experts to evaluate whether there was a breach of the standard of care and to build strong, evidence-based cases on behalf of his clients. His work often involves analyzing detailed medical records, identifying critical failures in care, and preparing cases for presentation before a jury.

In cases involving birth injuries, Alex is particularly focused on the long-term impact these injuries have on children and their families. He understands that conditions such as brain injuries and infant stroke may require lifelong care, including in-home support, therapy, and specialized resources. His advocacy is driven by a commitment to helping families pursue the financial recovery necessary to meet those ongoing needs.

Brian Aleinkoff

Brian Aleinkoff is a skilled trial attorney at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., where he represents individuals and families in complex medical malpractice and birth injury cases. His practice includes advocating for children who have suffered serious harm due to preventable medical errors, including infant stroke and other neurological injuries that occur during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.

Brian is known for his disciplined approach to litigation and his ability to manage high-stakes cases involving extensive medical evidence. He works closely with respected medical experts to determine whether there has been a breach of the standard of care and to demonstrate how that breach may have contributed to a child’s injuries. His preparation is thorough and focused on building a clear, compelling case for presentation to a jury when necessary.

Brian understands the profound and lasting impact birth injuries can have on a child’s development and quality of life. He is committed to helping families pursue compensation that reflects not only current medical needs, but also the long-term costs of care, including in-home support, therapies, and specialized services.