Cerebral Palsy is one of the most common childhood disabilities that affects 3 out of every 1,000 live births in the US. Approximately 764,000 adults and children across the country currently have Cerebral Palsy. Roughly 500,000 children below 18 years currently have this condition.
Cerebral Palsy is one of the most common childhood disabilities that affects 3 out of every 1,000 live births in the US. Approximately 764,000 adults and children across the country currently have Cerebral Palsy. Roughly 500,000 children below 18 years currently have this condition.
Statistics also reveal that about 10,000 infants that are born each year in the US will develop Cerebral Palsy. Every year, about 8,000 to 10,000 infants and babies are diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy.
Common Questions about Cerebral Palsy and Medical Malpractice
There are many questions people often ask about Cerebral Palsy and in most cases, they do not get the clear answers they need. Here is a look at some of the most common questions about this condition:
Q1: What exactly is Cerebral Palsy? What is its cause?
A: Cerebral Palsy is a condition in which muscle control becomes difficult, thus affecting posture, movement and coordination. In most cases, it is caused by a brain injury caused before, during or after birth, including:
- Infection during the early stage of pregnancy
- Abnormal development of the brain
- Lack of oxygen to the brain
- A premature or difficult birth
- Restricted intrauterine growth
- Blood type incompatibility
- Neonatal stroke
- On rare occasions, a genetic link
Q2: Can clinical or medical negligence be a cause of Cerebral Palsy?
A: In most Cerebral Palsy claims, clinical negligence arises if there is a failure to deliver a baby when indications of stress are seen. Delayed delivery could mean that the baby is oxygen-deprived, which leads to permanent damage to the brain. This condition could also be caused by errors after delivery, like jaundice, infection, failure to treat congenital disorders, or meningitis.
Q3: What action should I take if I suspect that medical negligence was the cause of my child’s Cerebral Palsy?
A: If you think that an error that may amount to medical negligence was the cause of your child’s condition, you may want to seek legal advice from a lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice about bringing a claim for compensation.
Q4: How will a medical negligence claim help my child?
A: Taking care of and supporting a child with this condition can be a huge challenge – physically, financially, and emotionally. Although you may receive help from the Department of Health and other social services, budgeting restrictions and resources can lead to inadequate care for the child as well as delays in provision of assistance, equipment, and services.
These concerns can be alleviated with compensation, which can then help ensure that your child has the equipment and care they need throughout their lifetime. Compensation can be paid by way of periodical payments, a lump sum or in most cases, a combination of both.
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If you think that your child’s Cerebral Palsy may be due to medical negligence, it is important that you immediately consult the qualified and experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff, & Wolff of RMFW Law at 212-344-1000. You can bring relevant medical documents to a free consultation and find out if you have a viable case.
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