Understanding Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is an incurable disorder caused by an injury to a developing brain. It usually causes poor muscle control that can result in difficulty walking, poor muscle tone, uncontrolled movements, and improper posture. While this condition may arise before birth, some infants develop cerebral palsy after a devastating birth injury.
If your precious child now suffers from cerebral palsy as a result of improper medical care during birth, you may be entitled to financial compensation to help with surgeries, physical therapy, and other treatments often required by children with cerebral palsy. To discuss your situation, contact a knowledgeable Chicago birth injury attorney of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., today at 312-466-8200.
Cerebral Palsy Caused by Birth Injuries
There are about 5,000 new cases of cerebral palsy in the U.S. each year, and experts estimate that approximately 5% of these were preventable. The most common type of preventable cerebral palsy cases comes from birth injuries caused by healthcare worker error. These medical mistakes include:
- Overly long labor
- Infant lack of oxygen
- Breech births
- Head trauma
Medical professionals are responsible for handling labor and delivery in a way that is safe for both the mother and the child. If they fail in this duty to you and your child, leading to cerebral palsy, you may be eligible for compensation that can assist your family with the extra costs associated with this disorder.
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If your child experienced a birth injury caused by medical negligence and now has cerebral palsy, the Chicago birth injury lawyers of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., can help you and your family fight back. Call us at 312-466-8200 today to learn more about how we can assist you.