Vickie Clausen asked 1 year ago
Cerebral Palsy Settlement
Our firm can start a lawsuit if you’re child has cerebral palsy due to medical negligence or other birth injuries. We will then negotiate with you an appropriate settlement. Our team will thoroughly review the medical evidence available and calculate the lifelong costs of your family members to ensure you receive the most favorable settlement.
The Damages Amount
Cerebral palsy is a permanent condition that affects nearly all aspects of a person’s life. The effects can be devastating but when CP is the result of medical malpractice, the affected family members could be entitled compensation. The amount of damages are determined by the severity of the injury as well as the number of people responsible for the injuries.
A majority of cerebral-palsy lawsuits settle out of court. In a settlement, both the injured party (plaintiff) and the medical professional who was negligent (defendant) agree to settle their dispute with a sum that both parties agree to. If the two sides are not able to reach an agreement, the case will be decided. At that point, a judge and jury will determine how much the plaintiff is owed–via their verdict.
It is crucial to keep in mind that your lawyer is on your side to ensure you receive the highest amount of money you can get. A lawyer who is skilled can provide evidence convincing of the ongoing costs your child will face so that you receive an amount that is fair. It is also crucial to select a cerebral palsy lawyer with a proven track record. It’s common sense to say, but each CP case is unique. And the more information your attorney has access to, the better they can maximize the amount you settle. Here are a few examples of huge 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 needed by your child in order to live a full and fulfilling life. This includes costs for medication, special diets, and physical therapy.
These costs can be incredibly expensive and your family shouldn’t be able to handle them all on their own. Your CP lawyer can help you obtain the money you need to pay for these expenses and more.
In many instances medical errors are the root of brain injury which leads to CP. In civil lawsuits doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals may be held accountable for their actions.
A woman visits the emergency room in the 25th week of her pregnancy. She is suffering from extreme pain and low fetal heart beats. The obstetricians let her go, but returned when the symptoms got worse. The doctors eventually realize that she is in labor, but do not perform a C section. The baby is born with heplegic cerebral paralysis and a seizure disorder, and requires constant treatment. Parents sue doctors and the hospital for medical negligence and settle for $103,075,618.
You may be entitled to an enormous settlement, regardless what type of CP. Your family will be able to manage these expenses using the amount you receive.
Suffering and Pain
Cerebral Palsy is a chronic condition that affects an individual’s posture and balance, and restricts movement. It is caused by brain diseases that develop in the infant or fetal development. It is not curable. These problems can be caused by infections or abnormalities in the uterus or umbilical cord, issues with the placenta, blood flow, genetic conditions, or medical errors during labor and delivery.
People with CP have a reduced quality of life. The severity of the symptoms may differ, but they all affect the ability to move, walk, communicate and perform everyday activities. They also experience pain and discomfort. Many have difficulty coping with their conditions and struggle to get the proper treatment they need.
Adults suffering from CP suffer from pain more often and at greater intensity than the general population. It can disrupt daily activities and cause mental distress and depression. Over three quarters (35%) of adults with CP suffer from moderate to severe pain.
An experienced CP attorney can defend the rights of your child and ensure that you receive an amount that covers all costs and damages. Even if the birth injury occurred a long time ago, the case can still be successfully taken to trial or an agreement that you consider acceptable. Your legal team may rely on your medical records, as well as witness testimony, school records, and any other evidence to support your CP injury claim.
Lifelong Costs
The medical needs of your child will continue throughout their lifetime. If the CP was the result of medical malpractice, then you ought to be compensated for the cost of long-term care and treatment. This includes medical expenses as well as other expenses like therapy as well as education, housing and equipment. Our CP attorneys will assist you to calculate the costs to ensure that the correct dollar amount in your settlement is included.
A cerebral palsy agreement is a financial settlement between the injured party and a negligent health care provider to resolve a case without having to go to court. To avoid a trial, attorneys for both sides will work to come to an agreement on the amount of money. If the two sides are unable to come to an agreement or a settlement, the case will be brought to court to be decided by a judge or jury.
Your lawyer will create a solid case for your family’s claims by obtaining evidence of the injury your child sustained and how the actions of your doctor before, during and following birth contributed to the injury. They will also demonstrate that the doctor’s actions did not conform to accepted guidelines for treating birth injuries. This involves examining your child’s medical records and bringing in experts to testify, and showing how the doctor’s errors directly resulted in your child’s CP. They will also analyze the amount of pain and suffering your child has endured and the impact that this has had on their lives.