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Birth Injury Lawyers | Wilkes-Barre/Scranton PA

Latona Law is a trusted birth injury law firm with over 30 years of dedicated service to families in Pennsylvania. Led by Attorney Latona, the firm’s sole practitioner, Latona Law specializes in advocating for families affected by birth injuries. With a deep commitment to securing justice and compensation, Attorney Latona brings decades of experience and personalized care to every case, providing clients with the expertise and attention they deserve.

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Meet Attorney Latona

Attorney Latona has been practicing in Northeastern, Central, and Southeastern Pennsylvania for more than 30 years, focused on birth injury.

Carmen has represented thousands of clients throughout Pennsylvania and has been successful in civil and criminal trials in both state and federal courts. Let Carmen and the Latona Law team put the same passion and vigor behind helping you and your family get justice for the devastating mistakes of doctors, nurses, surgeons, or other medical caregivers.

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Why Hire Latona Law Firm For Your Medical Negligence Or Birth Injury Case?

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Choosing the right lawyer for your case will have a major impact on the outcome. Oftentimes it is difficult to prove the liability and connect the damages caused in medical malpractice cases, this is where our team excels. Keep in mind that the opposition will spare no expense to avoid taking appropriate responsibility. Therefore, after consultation, if we believe you have a viable case and that healthcare providers were negligent, Latona Law will deploy the resources necessary to pursue your claim.

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With 30+ years experience in birth injury cases, Latona Law has the background it takes to win medical malpractice or birth injury lawsuits. Most importantly, we are one of the only law firms in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area entirely dedicated to medical negligence cases.

Latona Law is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Also, we serve all of Luzerne, Lackawanna, and surrounding counties. We understand all of the factors within our region that can affect a malpractice or birth injury case. In addition, we offer same-day free consultations, and often same-day or next-day appointments. These can occur at your home, the hospital, our Wilkes-Barre/Scranton office, or other place of convenience. Lastly, evening appointments also available.

We know what it takes to win a medical negligence case. It takes much more than lawyers. Each case requires a different set of resources. Medical experts, doctor who are also lawyers, nurses, and other specialists could all be needed in malpractice cases. Above all, Latona Law will always provide the resources necessary to give your family the best chance of recovering compensation. Finally, there is no cost or fees unless we get justice.

Carmen J. Latona, Jr., analyzes every case handled by Latona Law, P.C. attorneys. Secondly, our clients receive our undivided attention and attorneys are always accessible to provide insight and guidance at the clients request. Third, our goal is not to acquire as many cases as possible. We want to help. Finally, when we accept a case, we give it the attention required for a successful outcome.

For many years, Latona Law’s medical negligence attorneys have been representing families throughout Pennsylvania. Usually, these families became victims of preventable injuries from medical care. Lastly, we have successfully represented families in NEPA for decades and we will continue to do so.

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Gestational Diabetes and Birth Injury: Understanding the Medical-Legal Implications

Gestational diabetes affects thousands of pregnancies each year. While manageable with proper medical care, failure to diagnose or adequately treat this condition can lead to serious birth injuries. In some cases, these injuries result from medical negligence, raising legal questions about accountability and patient rights. Understanding Gestational Diabetes Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy when the…

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Nuchal Cord, HIE, and Birth Injury in Medical Malpractice

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HIE and Delayed C-Section: The Critical Link Between Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy and Timely Intervention

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a severe birth injury that occurs when a baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen before, during, or shortly after delivery. This condition can lead to long-term neurological impairments, developmental delays, and, in severe cases, infant mortality. One of the most preventable causes of HIE is the failure to perform a timely…

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Understanding Preeclampsia: A Legal and Medical Overview

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Gestational Diabetes and Birth Brain Injury: A Medical Malpractice Perspective

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy, arising when the body cannot produce sufficient insulin to regulate glucose effectively. While many cases are managed successfully with appropriate medical care, undiagnosed or improperly managed GDM poses significant risks to both mother and child. One of the most severe…

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Understanding Neonatal Sepsis: The Risks of Medical Negligence in Diagnosis and Treatment

Neonatal sepsis is a life-threatening condition that affects newborns, particularly within the first 28 days of life. This dangerous infection spreads through the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and, if not promptly treated, can lead to severe complications or even death. Early detection and immediate medical intervention are crucial in preventing long-term harm. However, when healthcare…

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Misdiagnosis of Group B Streptococcus: Could It Be Medical Malpractice?

Expecting parents trust their healthcare providers to take every precaution to ensure a safe and healthy delivery. One critical step in this process is screening for Group B Streptococcus (GBS), a common but potentially dangerous bacterial infection. While GBS often causes no harm to the mother, it can have devastating consequences for newborns if left…

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What is the Most Common Misdiagnosis of Appendicitis?

Misdiagnosed appendicitis is relatively common. According to a recent study, between 3.8% and 15% of children admitted to emergency departments at hospitals were misdiagnosed despite presenting symptoms consistent with appendicitis. If your child is one of them, you know that watching your child’s pain get worse until a doctor accurately diagnoses their condition is traumatic…

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Can You Sue for Misdiagnosis of Appendicitis?

Imagine rushing your child to the emergency room with severe stomach pain only for the doctors to fail to treat the root cause of that pain in a timely manner. For parents, this can be a nightmare scenario. Watching your child suffer needlessly is something no parent should ever have to experience, but if your…

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What Are Child Meningitis Legal Settlements?

Prompt diagnosis of pediatric meningitis is essential to your child’s ability to overcome the disease. Unfortunately, meningitis has several symptoms in common with more common and less dangerous diseases, leading to an increase in missed or delayed diagnoses that can impact your child’s life, happiness, and well-being. If their pediatrician doesn’t diagnose or treat your…

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