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Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy describes a range of disorders where the brain is damaged in a way that leads to abnormal movement patterns or even paralysis. It develops in an estimated 10,000 American children every year, and 33% of these children will suffer mental impairment as well. While cerebral palsy is often associated with problems inside the womb, it can also develop during the first two years of life due to injuries, illnesses, and other health issues. Many causes of cerebral palsy are preventable.

For instance, doctors must exercise all reasonable caution so that newborns do not develop brain infections after birth. If a doctor’s negligence might have been a contributing factor to your child’s development of cerebral palsy, you might wish to consider a civil lawsuit. Contact an experienced New Jersey birth injury attorney from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-552 to learn more about the potential merits of legal action in your case.

Postnatal Causes of Cerebral Palsy

Although cerebral palsy can develop in the womb, it may be caused by postnatal health problems. In many instances these arise due to the negligence of a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional in the delivery process or subsequent in-hospital care. These causes of cerebral palsy include:

  • Head and brain trauma
  • Brain infections
  • Jaundice
  • Bleeding in the brain (intracranial hemorrhage)

To help your infant avoid cerebral palsy, doctors and nurses should handle your beloved son or daughter with care. Additionally, if your child develops any health problems, such as a brain infection, it should be treated quickly and thoroughly so that it does not needlessly cause any long-term problems for your child.

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Cerebral palsy can leave a child with problems ranging from motor difficulties to seizures or cognitive deficiencies. If medical negligence caused your child’s cerebral palsy, you can fight for the financial compensation that you need to care for your son or daughter. To discuss your case, contact a tenacious New Jersey medical malpractice lawyer from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.