Cerebral Palsy Settlement

If your child has cerebral palsy as a result of medical negligence or another type of birth injury, our firm can start a lawsuit in order to get you a fair amount of settlement. Our team will take a close look at all available medical evidence and calculate your family's future costs to help you obtain the best settlement possible.

Damages Amount

Cerebral palsy is an illness that is permanent and affects nearly all aspects of life. The effects can be devastation but if CP is the result of medical negligence, the family members may be entitled to compensation. The amount of compensation depends on how serious the injury is, and the amount of people who are responsible for the injuries.

The majority of cerebral palsy lawsuits settle outside of court. In a settlement agreement, both the party who suffered (plaintiff) and the medical professional who was negligent defendant (defendant) and the defendant agree to settle their cases with a amount that is acceptable to both parties. If the two sides are unable to come to an agreement, the case will be decided. A judge and jury will decide what amount of money the plaintiff has to pay, via their verdict.

Keep in mind that your attorney will fight to get you the best settlement that is possible. A seasoned lawyer will be able to present persuasive evidence of your child's lifetime expenses, so that the other party can offer you a fair settlement amount. It is important to hire cerebral palsy lawyers with a track record. It's a cliché, but every cerebral palsy case is unique. The more information your lawyer has, the better they will be able to maximize the settlement. Below are a few examples massive CP settlements and verdicts.

Medical Expenses

A cerebral palsy settlement can help pay for medical equipment and treatments. It could also help pay for the costs of specialists, caregivers and other services your child needs to live an active, healthy life. This includes medication as well as special diets and physical therapy.

These costs can be incredibly expensive, and your family shouldn't have to bear them alone. Your CP lawyer can help you obtain the money you need to pay for these expenses and more.

In many instances, medical mistakes are the cause of a brain injury that can lead to CP. In civil lawsuits medical professionals, nurses, doctors and other medical professionals can be held accountable for their errors.

A woman visits the emergency room during the 25th week of her pregnancy, suffering from extreme pain and low fetal heart beats. The obstetricians release her, but she returns when the symptoms worsen. Doctors eventually discover she is in labor, but do not perform a C section. The baby suffers from heplegic cerebral paralysis as well as an epilepsy condition that requires 24-hour medical attention. Parents sue the doctors and the hospital and settle for $103,075,618.

You could be eligible for a substantial settlement regardless of the type of CP. The amount you receive will provide your family the financial resources they require to handle the overwhelming expenses.

Suffering and Pain

Cerebral PALSY is a condition that affects the person's posture and balance and also restricts their movement. It is caused by brain disorders that manifest during fetal or infant development. It is not curable. These problems can be caused by infections and abnormalities of the umbilical and uterine cord, the placenta, problems with blood flow, or genetic disorders.

People with CP suffer from a lower quality of life. The severity of symptoms can vary, but they all have an impact on the ability to move, walk and communicate, as well as perform everyday activities. They also experience pain and discomfort. Many struggle with their conditions and struggle to receive the appropriate treatment they require.

Adults suffering from CP experience pain more frequently than the general population, and at greater levels. It can interfere with everyday activities and lead to mental distress and depression. It's estimated that about 1/3 of those suffering from CP report moderate to severe pain.

An experienced CP attorney can defend your child's rights and ensure you receive an agreement which covers all damages and costs. Even a case that is filed years after the birth injury has occurred can be successfully fought to trial or to a settlement you find acceptable. Your legal team could use your medical records, as well as witness testimony or school records, as well as any other evidence to support your CP injury claim.

Lifelong Costs

Your child's medical needs will continue throughout their lives. If the CP was caused due to medical malpractice, then you ought to be compensated for the cost of long-term care and treatment. This includes medical costs and other expenses like therapy as well as education, housing and equipment. Our CP attorneys will help you determine the costs so that you can be sure that the right amount in your settlement is included.

A cerebral palsy settlement is a financial agreement between the party who has suffered injury and the negligent health provider to settle a matter outside of the courtroom. To avoid a trial, attorneys for both sides will work to reach a compromise on the amount of money. If the two parties are unable to agree in the end, the case will be brought to a court for a decision by a judge or jury.

Your lawyer will assist you to create a strong claim on behalf of your family by gathering evidence of the injuries your child suffered and how the doctor's actions during, prior to and after birth caused that injury. They will also prove that the doctor violated the accepted guidelines for treating birth injuries. This includes examining the medical records of your child, bringing expert witnesses in and proving that the errors of the doctor directly caused your child's CP. They will also estimate your child's pain and suffering and the impact that this has had on their life.