How to Make a Cerebral Palsy Legal Claim

Cerebral Palsy may have a profound impact on a child's life in many ways. Parents of children who suffer from cerebral palsy may be in a position to file a medical malpractice lawsuit to receive life-changing financial compensation.

Most of these lawsuits resolve via a settlement instead of trial. Lawyers generally wish to see their clients receive their money as quickly as they can and trials can be costly.

Costs of treatment for Cerebral Palsy

If your child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy law firm palsy, the condition requires extensive medical treatment to mitigate symptoms and promote maximal function. Physical, speech, and occupational therapy may be paired with medication or surgeries, as well as assistive devices, as well as modifications to the home. These treatments can be very expensive and are not affordable for many families.

According to a study carried out by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), lifetime costs of treatment for someone suffering from cerebral palsy can exceed $1 million. This includes direct costs for things like wheelchairs and home modifications and indirect costs for services such as counseling and psychiatric care.

In some instances, your child may need surgery to lengthen stiff or tight muscles, remove a malformed bone or correct a curved spine. Medical treatments, like seizure suppressants and pain relievers and muscles relaxants, are typically needed. You may need to hire a nurse or caregiver who is available 24 hours a day, according to the severity of your child's illness.

A legal settlement or a verdict obtained through a birth injury lawsuit can allow you to pay for the cost of treating your child's CP and pay for specialist treatment. Contact a knowledgeable attorney today to set up an appointment to review your case for free. ABC Law Centers conducts a thorough investigation with the assistance of medical experts to determine whether a doctor's negligent actions contributed to brain damage in your child. We don't charge a fee until we win.

Loss of future earnings potential

A child who has cerebral palsy may have to attend numerous sessions with a therapist and doctor's appointments. sessions. They also require equipment such as wheelchairs and adaptive technology. This can put a strain on the finances of your family. Our lawyers are experienced and can help you claim compensation for these expenses.

The degree of your child's CP can impact their ability to work and earn money as they age. This could have a negative impact on the quality of life for your child and your financial future as family. A good New York medical negligence lawyer can determine how much damages you may be entitled to. This includes economic and non-economic compensation.

The signs of CP include difficulties walking, stiff muscles, crossed knees, and arms that are tucked in their sides (abnormal gait). Other indications could be weakness in muscles or a lack of ability to open joints all the way. There are a variety of types of cerebral paralysis and their severity may vary. Spastic cerebral palsy, the most prevalent type of cerebral paralysis, is characterized by jerky movement and muscles that aren't able to stretch. Hypertonia and hypotonia are both kinds of CP.

Cerebral palsy is a permanent condition that cannot be cured. It is caused by an injury to the brain that can happen before, during, or shortly after birth. Often, a medical error like oxygen deprivation during the delivery process is to blame.

Pain and Suffering

While cerebral palsy may cause some movements to be difficult, it doesn't typically cause physical pain. It can cause mental and emotional anguish and depression, which can lead to depression and anxiety. Children may also suffer from other difficulties, including visual or hearing impairments, speech delays and/or cognitive impairments.

The condition is caused by damage to the brain. It can occur during pregnancy, delivery or shortly after birth. It is typically caused by a lack of oxygen to certain brain parts. It can also be caused by medical negligence like the doctor not taking into consideration the pre-existing medical conditions of a woman or an error made by a doctor during the delivery.

A doctor can diagnose cerebral palsy by conducting a thorough physical examination of an infant, toddler or a child. They will examine for signs such low muscle tone, spasticity around the shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, and balance issues. A MRI or CT scan can also be used to detect damage to the brain.

It is important to contact an New York medical malpractice lawyer immediately should your child be diagnosed with cerebral palsy. A lawsuit can seek reimbursement for the cost of treatment, ongoing medical care, as well as financial compensation for suffering and pain. The law grants you the time to file a lawsuit so don't wait.

Financial Compensation

It can be costly to raise a child with cerebral paralysis. The family may also require funds for therapy equipment as well as medical treatments and support services that aren't covered by insurance. Families that have to bear this burden can benefit from a large jury award or an out-of-court settlement.

Sokolove Law's attorneys can help you get financial compensation for the treatment of your child as well as other expenses. We will work with your child's medical professional and other specialists to create an exhaustive picture of expected costs over the lifetime of your family, including non-financial damage such as discomfort and pain.

The non-financial damages are harder to quantify. It is possible to use several methods to determine these damages which include the per-diem method, which multiplies the number of days in which an injury will impact a person's daily income by the number of days it will affect their life. We also take into consideration the psychological and emotional trauma that your child may be experiencing.

Our lawyers will look over your medical records and meet with you for a confidential, free meeting to discuss the causes that led to the birth injury of your child. If we determine that the medical professional involved committed negligence, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf. In the majority of cases the defendant will agree to settle with the plaintiff without going to trial. If the defendant does not settle on a reasonable amount of money, your case might be brought to court.