• “Are all cerebral palsy injuries as a result of medical negligence?”

Not all cases of cerebral palsy are a result of medical negligence or a mistake, in fact the majority of cases of cerebral palsy are not as a result of a medical professional conduct.  However, medical malpractice can be the cause of cerebral palsy occurring during labor and delivery.  If a medical providers conduct falls below the applicable standard of care, and that conduct produces an injury, you may hold the negligent party accountable for those injuries.

• “How do I know if I can bring a lawsuit for my child’s cerebral palsy?”

Speaking with an attorney who practices in the field of medical malpractice is the best way to determine if an action can be brought for your child’s injuries.  State law dictates that a case against a medical professional be brought within a specific time period which is known as a statute of limitations.  If you believe that your child suffered a brain injury due to the negligence of medical professionals, don’t hesitate to call me today.

• “What type of medical mistakes can cause cerebral palsy?”

If a medical provider is not prepared to deliver your baby and there is a delay in birthing your child which causes a lack of oxygen; by prolonged stricture to your baby’s head during the delivery process and failing to order a timely c-section; failure to properly monitor the baby during labor and delivery; or, causing brain and head injuries from the use of birthing aids like vacuum extractors.  There are many more causes of cerebral palsy and if you believe your child suffered as a result of a labor and delivery error, call today.

• “Are there limits on what may be recovered for my child?”

States vary in the amount of money that can be recovered when the injury is as a result of medical negligence.  Typically what dictates the value of cases is the severity of the babies injury, pain and suffering experienced throughout the child’s life, the egregiousness of the medical professionals conduct, the economic costs the family will suffer.  If you have additional question regarding what is recoverable in a medical negligence case, please call today.