Medical Malpractice Attorney for Pregnancy in Ramat Gan

Medical Malpractice During Pregnancy — What It Is and How We Can Help

Medical malpractice during pregnancy is any case in which a specialist physician or medical team fails to fulfill their professional obligations during examinations, monitoring, diagnosis, or treatment of pregnancy, and as a result, harm is caused to the mother or fetus. The damage can be severe and substantial — ranging from severe bodily injury, depression, and traumatic fear, to pregnancy loss, birth defects, or loss of the infant.

At Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co., we specialize in representing plaintiffs in tort claims, including medical malpractice claims related to pregnancy and pregnancy monitoring. With over 18 years of experience in the field, we understand the emotional and physical pain you are experiencing, and we are here to fight for your rights.

Why It Is Important to Consult with a Specialist Attorney in Medical Malpractice During Pregnancy Claims

• Deep Legal Knowledge: Medical malpractice claims during pregnancy require proof of a duty of care, its breach, and a direct causal connection between the breach and the damage. This is not straightforward, and it requires deep legal knowledge and experience working with medical experts.
• Working with Medical Experts: Every medical malpractice claim requires a medical expert opinion. We know how to find the right expert, how to work with them, and how to use their opinion to strengthen your claim.
• Experience in Legal Proceedings: From the initial claim through filing a lawsuit in court, we guide you at every stage. We know the pitfalls, the deadlines, and the best ways to achieve fair compensation.
• Personal and Dedicated Approach: Every client is important to us. We are not just attorneys — we are here to support you through this difficult process.

Types of Medical Malpractice During Pregnancy and Monitoring

Medical malpractice during pregnancy can manifest in many forms. In some cases, it is the failure to detect a serious medical condition, such as gestational diabetes, rupture of membranes, or infection. In other cases, it is the failure to properly monitor fetal heart rate (Fetal Monitoring), or delay in making the decision to perform an emergency cesarean section. In yet others, it is an error in medication instructions or misinterpretation of test results.

Each of these cases requires a thorough examination of medical records, comparison with established treatment protocols, and obtaining a medical expert opinion that will prove the physician or team did not act in accordance with the accepted standard of care.

The Medical Malpractice Claims Process During Pregnancy

A claim for medical malpractice during pregnancy is a complex process that requires careful planning, evidence gathering, and legal expertise. Here we explain the main stages:

Stage One: Initial Consultation Meeting

In our first meeting with you (at no cost), we listen to your story in detail. We request your medical records, we ask detailed questions, and we analyze whether there is a legal basis for the claim. At this stage, we are already beginning to build a picture of the case.

Stage Two: Examination of Medical Records

We request all medical records from the doctor, the hospital, and the health insurance fund. We review them carefully, we identify weaknesses in the treatment, and we check whether there is a deviation from the accepted medical standard of care.

Stage Three: Obtaining Medical Expert Opinion

This is the most critical stage. We contact a medical expert (often a physician who was not involved in the original treatment) and we request that he or she review the records, analyze the treatment, and tell us in writing whether the treatment deviated from the standard of care. If they say yes, this is very strong legal evidence.

Stage Four: Negotiation or Filing a Claim

After we receive a positive expert opinion, we send a demand letter to the defendant (the doctor or hospital) and their insurance company. We present our evidence and we request compensation. In some cases, the defendant agrees to a settlement. In other cases, we are forced to file a formal lawsuit with the court.

Stage Five: Litigation (If Necessary)

If the case reaches court, we represent you at every stage — from filing the claim through discovery, interim hearings, and until the court hearing. We present our evidence, we cross-examine the defendant's expert, and we argue on your behalf until judgment.

Stage Six: Compensation and Enforcement

If we win, the court will award compensation. The compensation may cover bodily injury damages (including future medical treatment), loss of income, pain and suffering, and discomfort. We assist in enforcing the judgment.

Types of Damages in Medical Negligence Claims During Pregnancy

In medical negligence claims during pregnancy, we strive to obtain compensation for all damages incurred. Damages can be physical, emotional, and financial:

Physical Damages

If medical negligence resulted in physical harm — such as depression, anxiety, trauma, physical injuries, or medical complications — you are entitled to compensation. The compensation can cover medical treatment, medication, physiotherapy, psychological therapy, and more.

Loss of Pregnancy or Defective Birth

In some of the most serious cases, medical negligence during pregnancy leads to miscarriage, stillbirth, or defective birth. This is profound damage that affects the rest of your life. We strive to obtain substantial compensation for this loss.

Loss of Earning Capacity and Depression

If the medical injury prevented you from working, you are entitled to compensation for loss of income. Additionally, if the emotional trauma from the negligence resulted in depression or anxiety, this is also recognized as damage in the eyes of the law.

Compensation for Pain and Suffering

The court recognizes the emotional pain caused as a result of medical negligence during pregnancy. Compensation for pain and suffering is a significant component of every judgment in such claims.

What You Need to Know About Medical Malpractice Claims During Pregnancy

Proving Negligence

To prove medical malpractice during pregnancy, you must prove three things: (1) the physician or hospital owed you a duty of care, (2) they breached that duty, and (3) the breach directly caused your injury. This is not easy, and it requires strong legal evidence.

Filing Deadline

Generally, you have three years from the day the injury was discovered (or should have been discovered) to file a claim. If three years have passed, you may lose the right to file a claim entirely. This is why it is important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible.

Legal Costs

We typically work on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not charge you upfront. We collect a fee only if we win your claim. This means you do not bear any financial risk.

National Insurance

If you have suffered bodily injury, you may be entitled to benefits from national insurance — such as benefits, reimbursement of medical expenses, and more. We assist in filing a claim with national insurance and coordinating between the claim and insurance benefits.

Why Choose Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co. for Medical Negligence During Pregnancy

Choosing the right attorney can be the difference between a winning claim and a losing one. Here we explain why Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co. is the right choice:

More Than 18 Years of Experience

Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co. was founded in 2008 by attorney Karen Mendelbaum. Over more than 18 years, we have handled dozens of medical negligence claims, including claims related to pregnancy. We know the tricks, we know the pitfalls, and we know how to win.

Representation of Plaintiffs Only

Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co. specializes exclusively in representing plaintiffs in tort cases. We do not represent doctors, hospitals, or insurance companies. This means we have a full interest in your rights, with no conflicts of interest.

Personal and Dedicated Approach

We are not a large firm handling dozens of claims simultaneously. We are a family boutique firm that handles each client personally and dedicatedly. Every client is important to us, and every claim is important to us.

First Consultation Meeting Free of Charge

We believe everyone has the right to consult with an attorney, regardless of their financial ability. Therefore, your first meeting with us is free of charge. We listen to your story, we analyze the case, and we tell you honestly whether you have a claim or not.

Work on a Contingency Fee Basis

We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not charge you upfront. We charge a fee only if we win the lawsuit. This means we have a full interest in winning, and you do not bear financial risk.

Location in Ramat Gan

Mendelbaum, Gor, Witzman-Gor & Co. is located in Ramat Gan, in the center of the country. This makes us accessible to you, whether you live in Ramat Gan, Petach Tikva, Tel Aviv, or anywhere else in Israel.