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New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer explaining Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy can result from a brain injury to the unborn baby during the development of fetus. However, there are several causes behind brain damage and some of the factors which can contribute to the condition are as given below:-

Maternal Infections

If the mother of an unborn child receives infection then it increases the chances of baby suffering from cerebral palsy. Some of these infections include:-

• Urinary tract infection (UTI)
• Infection of the bladder or kidney
• Rubella
• Infection of the bloodstream such as Sepsis
• Chorioamnionitis, a uterus infection
• Toxoplasmosis

If you are pregnant and have any of the above infections, then you must see your doctor immediately.

Prenatal/Neonatal Infections & Complications

The risk of cerebral palsy manifolds if you have an infection during neonatal/prenatal care:

• Bacterial meningitis
• Viral encephalitis
• Group B streptococcal infection
• Herpes group B
• Sepsis
• Rh incompatibility
• Severe Jaundice
• Premature Birth/Low Birth Weight

Having a premature delivery also increases the chances of baby born with symptoms of cerebral palsy. Premature infants are more vulnerable than babies with regular term. Most of these babies experience health related problems and have to be hospitalized. Pregnant mothers should also avoid intake of Smoke, Drug, and Alcohol. Mothers should also avoid stress otherwise it will put your baby at risk of cerebral palsy.

Some of the cerebral palsy cases can result from above causes. However, there are several cases where a child receives brain damage during the actual delivery. This damage to the brain can easily result in cerebral palsy. Injuries at birth should be prevented otherwise it could result in cerebral palsy.

Following are some of the causes which can result in Cerebral Palsy:-

• Misdiagnosis of Maternal infections and not receiving proper medical care.
• Inability to Identify and act upon fetal distress
• C-secton not done in a timely manner
• Lack of oxygen to the newborn baby
• Improper usage of instruments such as forceps

Medical malpractice usually results from negligence on the part of medical staff. However, the financial stress of medical malpractice can be overwhelming for the parents of the newborn baby. It is your judicial right to receive compensation in case your child is a victim of medical negligence.

When should you contact a New York Cerebral Palsy Lawyer

If your child has been a victim of medical error (within New York) which resulted in cerebral palsy, then you must contact a New York Cerebral Palsy Lawyer. The treatment of a child who is suffering from cerebral palsy is very expensive and can cost up to $500,000 over the child’s lifespan. If you find yourself in a similar situation then you must fight for your rights. You can file a medical malpractice lawsuit be compensated for treatments. You will also receive compensation for mental anguish, pain and suffering and other related costs. There is no known cure for cerebral palsy. The treatment of cerebral palsy is costly and you must speak with a New York Cerebral Palsy Lawyer who will help you receive justice and compensation.

About the Author

New York Medical Malpractice Attorney representing victims of Cerebral Palsy, Erbs Palsy and Brachial Plexus Palsy within New York State including Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan and Long Island. Visit our New York State Offices at: 60 Bay 26th Street, Brooklyn, New York – 11214, Phone: (718) 331-7700 OR The Woolworth Building, 233 Broadway, New York, New York – 10007, Phone : (212) 766-5656

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