What Your Cerebral Palsy Case May Be Worth

Many people don’t realize that cerebral palsy isn’t always a genetic condition – it can be caused by medical malpractice when doctors and staff fail to perform a necessary c-section, fail to adequately monitor the baby’s vital signs, or fail to adequately respond to fetal distress. If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy due to medical malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation. However, these cases can be incredibly challenging, so you should consult with an experienced Laurel cerebral palsy attorney as soon as possible. 

A Lifetime of Expenses

There is no cure for cerebral palsy. As a result, your child will live with this debilitating condition for the rest of their life. While some of your expenses may be covered by your health insurance, you need to consider the long-term costs that you may need to pay out-of-pocket:

• Copays and deductibles
• Expensive medical equipment 
• Modifications to your home
• Long-term medical care and daycare
• Lost income so that you can take care of your child
• Increased transportation costs to visit specialists

If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, their future care is at stake. An attorney can help you understand your options so that you can make the best decision as to how to move forward. 

Your Potential Damages

In legal jargon, “damages” refers to your losses, both economic and non-economic. In a cerebral palsy case, you may be entitled to compensation for the following losses: 

• Your child’s past, present, and future medical expenses
• Physical pain and emotional anguish
• Loss of enjoyment
• Loss of current income and future earning potential

Cerebral palsy cases are tough to prove, and as a result, the value of your claim will be somewhat determined by the strength of your evidence. An attorney will know what evidence you will need to build the strongest case possible. 

You May Be Able to Get Fair Compensation Without Going to Court

Many people are intimidated by the prospect of filing a lawsuit and going to court. While this is completely understandable, it’s important to recognize that most medical malpractice claims, including cerebral palsy claims, are settled long before they go to trial. When you pursue a claim alleging that medical malpractice caused your child’s cerebral palsy, your claim will be handled by the insurance company for the doctor or hospital that provides malpractice coverage. Even if they deny liability, the insurance company often chooses to settle the claim rather than incur significant legal fees and risk a large verdict and negative publicity.  As a result, the settlement process becomes a negotiation. An attorney who is a skilled negotiator can help you get fair compensation for your claim. 

Contact  Attorney Thomas E. Pyles for Help with Your Cerebral Palsy Claim

Mr. Pyles has been helping Maryland families get fair compensation for their injuries for over 35 years. If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, we can review your case and determine whether it may be due to medical malpractice. To schedule a free consultation, contact us today at 301-705-5006.  We have office locations in Leonardtown and Waldorf for your convenience.