# Federal Government Agrees To $5M Brain Damage Settlement For Baby

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## Federal Government Agrees To $5M Brain Damage Settlement For Baby

April 7, 2020

August 25, 2026

Managing Partner [Bradley Zimmerman](https://www.fuchsberg.com/attorneys/bradley-s-zimmerman) and attorney [Christopher Nyberg](https://www.fuchsberg.com/attorneys/christopher-m-nyberg) settled a significant case for a family whose daughter suffered catastrophic [brain injuries](https://www.fuchsberg.com/common-injuries/new-york-brain-injury-lawyer).

The little girl was born prematurely with several medical conditions. She was later admitted to the hospital in respiratory distress but did not receive proper treatment. As a result, the child suffered a heart attack and an anoxic brain injury. She is gravely limited in her abilities, and her family faced growing medical bills.

As highlighted by [Law 360,](https://www.law360.com/articles/1257224/feds-agree-to-5m-baby-brain-damage-settlement) Brad and Chris were able to obtain an outstanding settlement for this family because of their extraordinary diligence and meticulous work. Most importantly, the settlement will allow the family to afford the child’s medical expenses and therapies.

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