Cerebral Palsy Settlement

When your child suffers from cerebral palsy due to negligence at work or a different type of birth injury, our firm is able to file a lawsuit to get you a fair amount of settlement. Our team will carefully evaluate all available medical evidence and calculate your family's future expenses to help you receive the most favorable settlement.

The Damages Amount

Cerebral Palsy is a condition that is permanent and affects practically every aspect of our lives. If medical malpractice is the cause of CP and the family member is a victim, they may be entitled to compensation. The amount of damages are determined by the severity of the injury and the number of people who are responsible for the injuries.

A majority of cerebral palsy lawsuits are settled outside of court. In a settlement, both the injured party (plaintiff) and the negligent medical professional (defendant) agree to resolve their case with an amount which both parties agree. If both sides fail to reach an agreement then the case goes to trial. At this point a jury and judge will decide what the plaintiff is owed through their verdict.

Be aware that your lawyer will fight to get you the best settlement possible. A skilled lawyer can present convincing evidence of your child's lifelong costs, so that the other party can offer you a fair settlement amount. It is crucial to select cerebral palsy lawyers that have an experience. It's not a new concept, but every cerebral palsy case is unique. The more information your lawyer has, the more they can maximize settlement. Below are a few examples huge CP verdicts and settlements.

Medical Expenses

A cerebral palsy settlement can provide funds to pay for medical equipment and treatments. It could also help pay for the costs of specialists, caregivers, and other services required by your child in order to live a full life. This includes medication or special diets, cerebral palsy as well as physical therapy.

These expenses can be extremely expensive and your family shouldn't be forced to pay them alone. Your CP attorney can help you get the money you need to cover these expenses and more.

In many cases, medical errors are the cause of a CP causing brain injury. In the end, it is possible to hold nurses, doctors and other medical professionals accountable for their mistakes in the form of a civil lawsuit.

A woman is admitted to the emergency room in the 25th week of her pregnancy, suffering from severe pain and low fetal heart beats. The obstetricians discharged her, but soon returned as the symptoms became more severe. Finally, doctors realize she is experiencing labor and fail to perform C-sections. The baby suffers from heplegic cerebral paralysis and seizures, and requires 24-hour medical attention. Parents sue both doctors and the hospital and settle for $103,075,618.

No matter what type of CP regardless of the type, you could be entitled to a significant amount in a settlement. Your family will be able to manage the costs using the money you receive.

Suffering and Pain

Cerebral paralysis is a permanent condition that affects an individual's posture and balance and limits movement. It is caused by brain disorders that happen during the development of infants or fetuses. It is not curable. These issues can be brought on by infections, abnormalities in the uterus, umbilical or uterine cord, issues with the placenta, blood flow, genetic conditions, or medical negligence during labor and delivery.

People with CP suffer from a decreased quality of life. The severity of symptoms can vary, but they all affect the ability to walk, move or talk and carry out everyday activities. They also experience discomfort and pain. Many suffer from difficulty dealing with their conditions and struggle to get the right treatment.

Adults with CP suffer from pain more frequently and at a higher level than the general population. It can hinder daily activities and lead to depression and mental distress. More than three quarters (35 percent) of adults with CP suffer from moderate to severe pain.

A seasoned CP attorney can fight for the rights of your child and ensure you get a settlement which covers all damages and costs. Even a case filed years after the birth injury happened can be successfully fought to trial or to an agreement you are satisfied with. Your legal team can use your medical records, witness testimony, school records, and any other evidence that supports your CP injury case.

Lifelong Costs

Your child's medical needs will continue throughout their life. If their CP was caused by medical malpractice, you need to be paid for the ongoing cost of care and treatment. This includes medical expenses, therapy education, housing, and equipment. Our CP lawyers will help you determine these costs to ensure that the appropriate amount in dollars is included in your settlement.

A cerebral palsy agreement is an agreement that is a financial settlement between an injured person and a negligent health care provider in order to resolve a case without having to go to court. Lawyers representing both parties will typically attempt to reach an amount which both sides are pleased with, so that there is no need for the need for a trial. If the two parties are unable to come to an agreement in the end, the case will be brought to court to be decided by a judge or jury.

Your attorney will help you build a strong claim for your family by obtaining evidence about the injury your child sustained and how the doctor's actions before and after birth caused that injury. They will also demonstrate that the doctor's actions did not conform to accepted guidelines for the treatment of birth injuries. This involves examining your child's medical records as well as bringing in expert witnesses and demonstrating how the doctor's mistakes directly led to in your child's CP. They will also determine your child's pain and suffering and the impact that this has had on their life.