Sadly, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cerebral palsy is the most common motor disability found in children. Although estimates vary, studies indicate that cerebral palsy diagnoses occur in 1.5 to more than four children per 1,000 live births. According to the CDC, cerebral palsy is more common among boys than among girls and among African American children than white children. Unfortunately, cerebral palsy can result in intellectual limitations, hearing deficits, vision impairment, behavioral problems, seizures, speaking difficulties and learning disabilities. The costs associated with treatment are high, as specialized therapy and education needs are often required. While the disorder is incredibly difficult on victims and their family members, there are always inspirational stories that are heartwarming reminders that some obstacles associated with cerebral palsy can be overcome. The Huffington Post recently had a story about Ben Jackson, a 20-year-old athlete from Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, who suffers from…
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July 23, 2014Can I File a Lawsuit If My Child Suffered a Brain Injury during Delivery?
July 16, 2014A botched delivery for a child can be heartbreaking, as brain damage can result in intellectual limitations, hearing deficits, vision impairment, behavioral problems, seizures and learning disabilities, which the child will have to suffer with for the rest of his or her life. Malpractice cases involving brain injuries are troubling for everyone involved, as victims often require extended therapy and rehabilitation. Additionally, there may be specialized education needs required to treat the child, which are costly not only for parents, but for taxpayers and the public. Many injuries during the birthing process are caused by the use of forceps and/or other forms of medical devices. It is estimated that one in 664 infants delivered using medical forceps sustains a brain injury, as does one in 860 infants delivered using a vacuum extractor. Another way an injury can occur during childbirth is through a delay in services. If a doctor fails…
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