Virginia Birth Injury Lawyer
Cerebral palsy is a combination of neurological disorders that impact muscle coordination and the way the body moves. It is caused by damage and abnormalities in brains that are still developing.
Medical Mistakes and Cerebral Palsy
Serious birth injuries can occur when ineffective policies, inadequate training and improper use of equipment can impact the delivery process. This kind of medical malpractice often leads to lifelong injuries to a child. Common birth injury negligence that leads to cerebral palsy includes:
- Untreated meningitis, sepsis and other infections in the mother
- Prolapsed umbilical cords that prevent blood and oxygen from reaching the baby
- Failure to properly monitor fetal heart rate that leads to oxygen deprivation
- Failure to perform a cesarean section when necessary
- Improper use of birthing tools
Compensation for Victims
No amount of money can make up for the negligence that caused your child’s cerebral palsy. Still, a financial award can make the lives of your baby and your family more comfortable. The settlement amount depends largely upon the severity of the injury, and every case is different. Cerebral palsy claims frequently include compensation for:
- Medical costs, including surgical procedures, prescription drugs, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy sessions
- Lost wages for parents who must forgo their career to provide full-time care for their infant
- Long-term care for the child
- Pain and suffering
Virginia Birth Injury Lawyers
If you believe your child’s cerebral palsy was caused by a medical mistake, call our attorneys to set up a confidential consultation. A free, no-risk conversation is just a phone call away. Unless we win your case or settle, you won’t owe our firm anything. Call now 877-544-5323.
Our attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America ® and have received an AV rating from the Martindale-Hubbell law directory, which is the highest distinction given. Many have been recognized by Super Lawyers ®– lawyers “who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.”
