Indianapolis Cerebral Palsy Law Firm

Cerebral palsy is a condition affecting the central nervous system. It is, at this time, permanent and irreversible. Symptoms of cerebral palsy include spasticity, seizures, delayed or abnormal development, paralysis, and mental retardation. It is a degenerative and disabling affliction. For most, cerebral palsy is first developed before birth or shortly thereafter. Cerebral palsy can occur even under the best medical care and circumstances. However, many cases are the result of negligent or incompetent medical care at the time of birth or during the newborn period before the child leaves the hospital. When this is the case, there may be grounds for a suit for damages.

Any deprivation of oxygen or nutrition to the brain or other interference in the development of the nervous system can contribute to cerebral palsy. Such conditions can occur at the time of birth or shortly thereafter. Problems with the umbilical cord can lead to oxygen loss; damage to the placenta may inhibit blood supply to the fetus; the child may suffer fetal distress due to complications in passage through the birth canal. After birth, untreated cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, or seizure issues may lead to cerebral palsy. In each of these cases, the potential exists that sustained damage could have been avoided or that improper medical procedures contributed to the problem.

Individuals with cerebral palsy require specialized care, therapy, and assistance throughout their lives. The condition accrues great cost in purchase of these services, as well as the loss of enjoyment of life of the patient.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call Indianapolis Law Firm of C. Dennis Wegner & Associates toll free (877) 636-8066 or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.