The umbilical cord is a lifeline between the mother and the baby during pregnancy, providing essential nutrients and oxygen. However, complications can arise involving the umbilical cord, especially during childbirth, that pose risks to the baby and the mother. Understanding these complications and how medical […]
Who Is at Fault When a Child Suffers Erb’s Palsy During Birth?
The birth of a child is a momentous occasion filled with joy and anticipation. However, in some cases, this joy can turn into despair when a child suffers from a birth injury such as Erb’s Palsy. Erb’s Palsy is a condition that can result from […]
Brachial Plexus Injuries: When Is It the Doctor’s Fault?
The birth of a child is an extraordinary moment in a parent’s life, filled with joy and anticipation. However, when a newborn sustains a brachial plexus injury during birth, it can turn this joyous occasion into one filled with anger and worry. Brachial plexus injuries […]
What Effect Does Oxygen Deprivation During Delivery Have on an Infant?
Lack of oxygen during childbirth can severely impact newborn infants, turning a joyous event into a devastating one. Factors like umbilical cord issues, breech births, and maternal health can lead to serious brain injuries like Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) and Cerebral Palsy (CP), placing heavy emotional […]
What Are the Most Common Co-Occurring Conditions of Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a congenital disorder that affects muscle coordination and movement, making everyday tasks a challenge for affected children and their families. Dealing with CP can be difficult, but many children with CP are also diagnosed with co-occurring medical conditions that make life […]
Cerebral Palsy Can Cause Vision and Hearing Loss – and Your Child Deserves Compensation
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a birth injury often associated with mobility limitations. However, CP can cause several secondary disabling problems that impact an individual’s life. Associated impairments can include vision and hearing loss, with around 10% to 20% of children having hearing impairments, 10% suffering […]
Can I Get Compensation for My Child’s Cerebral Palsy if it Wasn’t Diagnosed Right Away?
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common birth injury, affecting between 1 and 4 children in 1,000. While some forms of CP can be diagnosed within the first two years of life, some children may not be diagnosed until they reach 4 to 5 years old. […]
What is Included in the Compensation for “Medical Expenses” for a Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury Lawsuit?
Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder caused by brain damage or abnormal brain development, often occurring before or during childbirth. It can impact a child’s physical and cognitive development, and the emotional and financial toll on families can be immense. If your child’s cerebral palsy […]
Negligent Prenatal Care Can Result in Birth Injuries
Prenatal care is an essential aspect of maternal healthcare that involves regular medical check-ups, screenings, and counseling during pregnancy to ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the unborn child. However, in some cases, healthcare providers may fail to provide adequate prenatal […]
Understanding the Rights of Your Child with Cerebral Palsy
Discovering your child has a disability like cerebral palsy (CP) can be heartbreaking. However, learning that your child’s CP may have been the result of medical negligence can leave you feeling betrayed. CP often requires lifelong medical treatment and support, which can strain many families […]
