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Cerebral Palsy
Personal Injury Overview ♦ Process of a Law Suit
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Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of chronic conditions that affect muscle coordination and body movements. It can require expensive medical care throughout the life of the child, and can be very challenging for the entire family. It occurs when there is damage to one or more areas of the brain that controls muscle movement before, during, or shortly after birth. These personal injuries affect many family members. Contact the Coye Law Firm to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer.
Causes of Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy can be caused by many factors, including the following:
- Lack of oxygen to the child’s brain at birth
- Bleeding into the brain
- Certain types of infections
Some symptoms of Cerebral Palsy can include the following:
- Lack of muscle coordination
- Excessive drooling or difficulty swallowing, speaking, or sucking
- Tremors
- Delayed milestones, such as rolling over, crawling, walking, or sitting without support
- Variations in muscle tone (from too stiff to too relaxed)
Medical Negligence
Preventable medical mistakes at birth are responsible for many cases of Cerebral Palsy each year. Some examples of these medical mistakes include:
- Leaving the child in the birth canal too long causing a lack of oxygen
- Failure to treat or recognize seizures after birth
- Failure to diagnose and treat jaundice or meningitis
- Failure to perform a C-Section appropriately
- Improper use of forceps
- Failure to respond appropriately to changes in the mother’s condition during labor and pregnancy
If your child’s Cerebral Palsy was caused by a medical mistake or negligence, you may have a medical malpractice claim. It is important that you contact a Cerebral Palsy attorney to determine if you have a case. At the Coye Law Firm, our experienced central Florida Cerebral Palsy lawyers can meet with you to determine if you have a case, and can help protect your right to receive compensation.
If your child’s Cerebral Palsy was caused by a preventable medical mistake, call the Coye Law Firm today.
