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Cerebral Palsy Settlement

When your child suffers from cerebral palsy because of negligence at work or a different type of birth injury, our firm can file a lawsuit to get you a fair settlement. Our team will carefully review all medical evidence available and determine the cost over the lifetime of your family in order to help you get the most money.

Amount of Damages

Cerebral palsy is an illness that is permanent and affects practically every aspect of our lives. The effects can be devastation however, if CP is the result of medical malpractice, the afflicted family members could be entitled compensation. The amount of damages based on how severe the injury is, as well as the number of parties responsible for the injuries.

A majority of cerebral palsy lawsuits are settled outside of court. In settlements, the victim (plaintiff) and the medical professional who is negligent (defendant) agree to resolve their case with an amount that both parties agree. If, however, the two sides cannot reach an agreement the case will be taken to trial. At that point the jury and a judge will decide how much the plaintiff is owed through their verdict.

Remember that your lawyer will fight to ensure you receive the best settlement possible. A seasoned lawyer will be able to present convincing evidence of your child's lifetime costs, ensuring that the other party gives you a fair settlement figure. It is essential to choose cerebral palsy lawyers who have an experience. It is trite to say, but each CP case is unique. The more information your attorney has access to, the more they can maximize the amount you settle. Here are some examples of big CP settlements and verdicts.

Medical expenses

A cerebral palsy settlement could provide funds to pay for medical equipment and treatments. It can also cover the costs of specialists, caregivers, and other services your child needs to live a full, happy life. This includes medications, special diets and physical therapy.

These expenses can be extremely expensive, and your family shouldn't have to pay for them on their own. Your CP attorney can help you get the money you need to cover these expenses and more.

In many instances, medical mistakes are the root of brain injury that causes CP. This means it is possible to hold nurses, doctors and other medical professionals accountable for their errors in a civil lawsuit.

A woman who is in her 25th week of pregnancy comes to the emergency room with severe pain and low fetal hearts rates. The obstetricians let her go, but returned when the symptoms got worse. Doctors eventually discover she is in labor but they don't perform C sections. The baby is born with heplegic cerebral paralysis and a seizure condition and requires constant treatment. The parents file a lawsuit against the doctors and the hospital for medical negligence and settle for $103,075,618.

You could be eligible for an enormous settlement, regardless the type of CP. Your family will be able to handle these expenses with the money you receive.

Suffering and Pain

Cerebral paralysis is a permanent condition that impacts a person's posture and balance, and restricts movement. It is caused by brain diseases that develop in the fetal or infant stage. It is not curable. These disorders can be brought on by infections, abnormalities of the uterus, umbilical or uterine cord, problems with the placenta, blood flow, genetic disorders, or medical errors during labor and delivery.

People with CP have a diminished quality of life. The severity of the symptoms may vary, but they all have an impact on the ability to walk, move or communicate and carry out everyday activities. They also feel pain and discomfort. Many people have trouble coping with their illness and struggle to get the treatment they require.

Adults with CP suffer from pain more often and at a higher level than the general population. It can interfere with everyday activities and can cause mental stress and depression. It's estimated that over three-quarters of people suffering from CP experience moderate to severe pain.

A seasoned CP attorney will fight for your child's rights and ensure you get an settlement that covers all costs and damages. Even if the birth injury occurred a long time ago, the case could be successfully litigated to trial or an agreement that you consider acceptable. Your legal team could use your medical records, witness testimony, school records, and other evidence that supports your CP injury case.

Lifelong Costs

The medical needs of your child will continue for the rest of their life. If your CP was the result of medical negligence, you must be compensated for the costs of treatment and care. This includes medical costs and other expenses such as therapy and education, housing and medical equipment. Our CP attorneys will assist you to determine the costs so that you can be sure that the right amount in your settlement is included.

A cerebral palsy attorney palsy settlement is a financial agreement between the party who has suffered injury and a negligent health care provider to resolve a dispute outside of the courtroom. To avoid a trial, attorneys for both sides will work to reach an agreement over the amount of money. If the two parties are not able to come to an agreement and the matter will be referred before a judge to be decided by a judge or jury.

Your lawyer will create a strong case for your family's claims by gathering evidence of the injuries your child sustained and how the actions of your doctor before, during and following birth contributed to the injury. They will also prove that the doctor's actions violated the accepted standard of care for a birth injury. This involves examining your child’s medical records, bringing expert witnesses in, and showing that the doctor's mistakes directly contributed to your child's CP. They will also estimate your child's pain and suffering and the impact it has had on their life.