Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders affecting movement, balance, and posture, caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain. The cause may be unknown, and a diagnosis alone does not establish medical malpractice. If you believe preventable harm contributed to your child’s condition, our Pennsylvania Cerebral Palsy Lawyers can review the circumstances. Call 1-800-444-5309 to speak with our cerebral palsy attorneys directly and get a free consultation.

WHAT IS CEREBRAL PALSY?

Children and their families who suffer with this condition must endure the effects of the condition for the rest of their lives. It causes impaired motor skills (movement, sight, hearing, etc.) and can have other effects depending on the type of cerebral palsy and the person who has it. It is not a single disorder, there are multiple impairments and it affects everyone differently. Caring for and treating the lasting effects of this condition can cost thousands.

WHEN IS CP MEDICAL MALPRACTICE?

There are a number of ways that cerebral palsy can be caused as a result of medical negligence. Our birth injury lawyers, along with our medical experts, will investigate your case to find out if your child’s diagnosis is a result of negligence.

COMMON CAUSES OF CEREBRAL PALSY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

Birth asphyxia, a lack of oxygen to the brain before or during birth, can contribute to cerebral palsy in some cases. It accounts for only a small proportion of CP overall, according to the CDC’s overview of cerebral palsy. Expert review is needed to determine the cause and whether care was negligent. An infant with oxygen-related brain injury may show symptoms within the first days of life. These symptoms include seizures, irritability, jitteriness, feeding problems, respiration issues, and sometimes coma.

Other possible common causes of this condition due to medical malpractice are:

• Over use of Pitocin to induce labor
• Rh factor incompatibility
• Labor was prolonged or delayed
• Failure to recognize distress on the fetal monitor

HOW A CP LAWYER CAN HELP

If any of the above serious problems occurred during or immediately following the delivery of your baby you should consult The Pisanchyn Law Firm as you could receive compensation and bring the medical professionals involved to justice. Consultation and legal representation is free until we win your case, and even then you will never pay out of pocket, we will only be paying you the money you deserve.

We know and understand that money and financial rewards could never give your baby a clean bill of health again, but someone needs to be held accountable for the tragedy they have imposed on you and your family. We want to be here for you during this difficult time.

Call now toll free at 1-800-444-5309 for a free consultation. We have three Pennsylvania offices located in Scranton, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg and will travel to you.