Every year in the United States, thousands of children are born with cerebral palsy—a neurological condition caused by damage to certain areas of the brain that results in impaired movement and motor functioning. Although the majority of cerebral palsy cases are attributable to unknown causes, some can be traced back to brain damage sustained shortly before, during, or after birth.

If your child has cerebral palsy and you suspect medical malpractice is to blame, it is important to understand that you have certain legal rights and options. You may be entitled to compensation to help cover the costs associated with medical treatment. Please contact the caring and respected attorneys at Rheingold, Valet, Rheingold, Shkolnik & McCartney today for a FREE consultation.

Cerebral Palsy & Medical Malpractice

Pregnancy and delivery are especially vulnerable times for a mother and her child. Medical errors that occur around this time—while not always intentional—often have severe consequences, including cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, and other serious injuries.

Medical mistakes that may result in cerebral palsy include:

• Failure to diagnose and/or address fetal distress
• Failure to treat maternal infections
• Failure to perform a C-section when conditions call for it
• Improper use of forceps or vacuum extraction during delivery
• Failure to treat jaundice or meningitis
• Failure to ensure that baby has adequate oxygen supply

We Can Help

If your child suffered a traumatic birth and now has cerebral palsy, medical malpractice could be to blame. If so, you and your family may be entitled to recover compensation for your financial and emotional losses—including medical treatments, pain and suffering, mental anguish, and more.

At Rheingold, Valet, Rheingold, Shkolnik & McCartney, we are dedicated to helping victims of medical malpractice obtain the justice and compensation they deserve for their injuries and losses. Let us help you. Please contact us today for a complimentary consultation with a compassionate and trusted personal injury attorney who can evaluate your case, determine if medical malpractice contributed to your child’s condition, and help you devise a course of action.