maryland cerebral palsy lawyer

Cerebral palsy is a medical condition that affects the ability to control muscle and body movements. It is typically caused by brain damage from lack of oxygen. Cerebral palsy is a serious life changing condition.

Medical Negligence

If a doctor fails to perform a c-section in a timely manner they may put the child at a higher risk of developing cerebral palsy. Birth complications are not common but when they do happen the doctor or medical staff must react quickly to avoid birth injury

Birth Complications / Risk Factors
Several different complications can increase risk factors for cerebral palsy. Some of these risk factors can include:

Breech Birth - A breech birth is when the child is delivered feet first. This can cause complications and special care must be taken during a breech birth.

Seizures - Seizures can cause major problems for the newborn child. If seizures are not property treated immediately after birth

The most important question every parent wants to know is why did this happen? A medical malpractice lawyer will examine your case throughly with a medical expert. Were there any potential warning signs that were displayed early during the birth process? Were these warning signs properly identified and properly treated? Would a higher level of care by the medical staff have prevented the injury? These questions need to be addressed and you deserve answers. If it is found that your child's cerebral palsy was caused by medical malpractice you may be entitled to financial compensation. Financial compensation that may be used for therapy, education and other treatments. A child that has cerebral palsy will be faced with challenges everyday, they require additional care and treatments throughout their life.

For additional information please contact our firm today for a free case evaluation.