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Memphis Birth Injury Lawyer

Focused, personal representation for Tennessee families and businesses, with offices in Nashville and Memphis.

Last Updated: Jul 29, 2026

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When a birth injury occurs to a newborn, the family is usually caught up in frequent medical conferences and the all-consuming nature of caring for an injured baby.

At some point, however, questions may arise regarding whether legal action may be possible against the hospital or individual doctor or nurse. Did malpractice occur? Did the doctor or nurse make avoidable errors during the birth that caused the child’s injury?

When you have questions like these, it is important to seek advice from qualified attorneys who have experience with birth injury lawsuits. You need an honest and straightforward evaluation of your legal options. Or, you deserve to be told if your child’s birth injury was the result of an honest — though heartbreaking — mistake.

Get Advice From Experienced Birth Injury Attorneys

The law firm of Patterson Bray, located in Memphis, Tennessee, and with additional offices in Nashville, has a well-developed medical malpractice practice, and we have experience evaluating and handling birth injury cases.

We have enjoyed a record of success representing injured people in a range of medical malpractice cases, and we are always available to provide a free and confidential evaluation of your case.

One of the reasons for our frequent success on behalf of our clients is that we know first-hand how insurance companies build their defenses to such cases.

Birth Injuries

We Carefully Select the Birth Injury and Medical Malpractice Cases We Take On

We value quality over quantity. For that reason, we are selective about the birth injury cases we accept. Any medical malpractice case takes a lot of resources and can be difficult to prove — and we want each of our clients to rest assured that they are receiving high-quality personal attention and our best efforts on their behalf.

Types of Birth Injuries

Common types of birth injuries, any of which may lead to a successful claim of medical malpractice or medical negligence, include:

Erb’s palsy
Shoulder dystocia
Injury to the brachial plexus nerves
Caput succedaneum, or scalp swelling
Cerebral palsy
Cephalohematoma, or a collection of blood under the newborn’s scalp
Neonatal stroke
Paralysis
Asphyxia
Traumatic brain injury
Forceps lacerations
Subconjunctival hemorrhage, or broken blood vessels in the eye
Placenta abruption

If you have questions about a specific birth injury case, however, we encourage you to contact our offices for a free and confidential initial consultation with one of our lawyers. Please either submit an online request for a Free Case Review (LINK), or call to set up a consultation at 901-372-5003.

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   Nancy Wallace 
 22 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking to do estate planning, go with Patterson Bray! They are excellent to deal with!
  
 
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   Cheryl Adkins 
 23 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We loved the staff at Patterson Bray.  Everyone was very professional.  Judith was very thorough and explained everything extremely well.  We would recommend Patterson Bray to anyone.
  
 
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   Hailey Wade 
 47 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC did an excellent job with my grandmother's estate planning, and made everything easy to understand! She recommended them to a friend who went and is also very satisfied with their services.
  
 
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   Deb Clark 
 52 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with this firm, particularly Judith Denham has been truly exceptional.  From the consultation to the finish, the attention to detail, listening and responding to my needs.  My documents were completed timely and professionally.  I highly recommend Patterson Bray.
  
 
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   Tanya White 
 52 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. PattersonBray Estate Planning was an incredible firm to work with setting up our Trust. Judith Denham was thorough, very smart, and personable as she patiently explained each part.  Gabby put together  a very professional beautiful binder for us to have, and has answered questions we have had since  then. I am so glad they were recommended to us, and we had them to walk us through this procedure.
  
 
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   Charmaine Sego 
 53 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray did a great job with my mother's trust.
  
 
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   Phil Chamberlain 
 69 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC - first class lawyers.
  
 
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   Catherine McGee 
 89 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath Taylor was a genuine joy to work with during my divorce: straight forward, professional, and knowledgeable. I do hope I never have the need to acquire more legal help, but if I do, he'll be my first call. Thank you for everything, Heath!!
  
 
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   Marva Johnson 
 96 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I FOUND PATTERSON BRAY AND JUDITH DENHAM TO BE PROFESSIONAL, VERY THOROUGH, AND PERSONAL. I DID NOT FEEL LIKE A CLIENT, BUT A PERSON. I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH THEM, ESPECIALLY JUDITH AND GABBY. VERY GRATEFUL FOR ASSISTANCE.
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   Pam Nicole 
 96 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We set up a trust with Judith, at Patterson Bray and we received excellent service. Everything was explained thoroughly and everyone was very friendly and professional. I would definitely use her and the firm again, if needed.

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