Cerebral Palsy Lawyer
in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Contact a Cerebral Palsy Lawyer in Wilkes-Barre
Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders characterized by loss of movement and/or loss of other nerve functions. It is caused by injuries to the brain that occur during fetal development or during labor or birth. If your child is suffering from this type of injury, you may need to consult with a cerebral palsy lawyer.
A birth injury can occur any time before, during, or after a child’s birth and can have lasting consequences. For instance, cerebral palsy is sometimes caused by medical errors, medical negligence, labor and delivery errors, or the failure to provide the appropriate care. A cerebral palsy diagnosis means a lifetime of special needs. An experienced cerebral palsy lawyer from Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen can review your case to determine if medical negligence played a role.
Possible Causes of Cerebral Palsy
- Improper use of labor-inducing drugs
- Failure to properly monitor the fetus
- Failure to act on changes in the mother’s condition
- Delay in or failure to perform C-section
- Excessive use of vacuum extraction
- Lack of oxygen to the brain or head trauma during labor and delivery
- Labor and delivery errors
Seek Justice for a Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury
Cerebral palsy can significantly impact the future quality of life of a child. If your child is suffering from a birth injury, you may be entitled to compensation for a lifetime of medical care and special needs. When medical negligence results in cerebral palsy or another birth injury, you need to choose the right attorney. Most importantly, hiring a cerebral palsy lawyer is essential for families who wish to take action against responsible medical parties. Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen birth injury firm can help you get justice for your child. We are committed to helping you maximize the quality of your child’s life. Call our law firm today for a free consultation.
