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Last Updated: March 31, 2022

Boston Cerebral Palsy Lawyer

Page Written by Robert Wharton, Esquire
Page Written by Robert Wharton, Esquire

This article has been fact checked by an experienced birth injury attorney. Sources of information for the article are listed at the bottom.

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A Boston cerebral palsy lawyer is a local ally for families taking legal action against negligent doctors and hospitals. Medical malpractice is a possible cause of cerebral palsy. Lawyers specializing in this area help families get justice and recover damages for their child’s lifelong care.

Did Medical Negligence Cause My Child’s Cerebral Palsy?

This is a difficult question for parents to answer, especially as you focus your attention on caring for a disabled child. Cerebral palsy results from brain damage, and there are many potential factors and situations that can cause the brain damage.

In some instances, brain damage isn’t preventable, or doctors cannot determine a cause. In other cases, a doctor or other professional made a mistake, delayed care, or generally provided care that did not meet the accepted standard. In these situations, cerebral palsy is caused by negligence and medical malpractice.

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Only experts in medicine and medical malpractice law can determine if malpractice occurred and caused your baby’s disabilities. But, if you have any doubts about the care you received in a Boston hospital or medical facility, reach out to a lawyer.

Working with a Boston Cerebral Palsy Lawyer

Reviewing your case to provide initial legal advice is the first important thing a local cerebral palsy lawyer can do for your family. Firms offer free consultations, so you can find out if medical malpractice is a likely cause and learn what you can do about it.

If a lawyer thinks you have a case, they’ll help you file a lawsuit to hold the responsible parties accountable. This could be a doctor, nurse, midwife, hospital, or a combination of defendants.

The lawsuit is the first step. It will likely lead to settlement negotiations during which your lawyer will present evidence and try to get you a fair amount. If negotiations fail, you can take the defendants to trial.

Cerebral palsy is lifelong, and it is expensive. If someone caused your child’s condition, they should be responsible for compensating them. One of the best reasons to work with a lawyer is to get the funds that will allow you to give your child the best care.

Choosing a Boston Cerebral Palsy Lawyer

Boston has a lot of law firms, and many will claim to have relevant experience for your case. Be critical of this and take some time to find the right lawyer for your child. They should specialize in medical malpractice and have worked on birth injury cases.

The right lawyer will offer you a free consultation and willingly answer all your questions to make you feel comfortable. They should be happy to provide you with examples of wins for similar clients. They should have a contingency payment plan, so you pay nothing until they win for you.

Examples of Cerebral Palsy Cases in Boston

Boston lawyers have won many cases for young victims of medical malpractice. These examples give you an idea of why it’s so important to hire and work with the right legal team:

  • $26.5 Million for Delayed C-Section. Jose Bejarano Jr. was born at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital in 1997. Two doctors failed to recognize his distress while his mother was in labor. As a result of a delayed c-section, Jose was born with severe cerebral palsy. He cannot walk, talk, or feed himself and needs 24-hour care.[1]
  • $23.8 Million for Vacuum Extractor Injury. Maria Lynn McLaughlin struggled with 17 hours of labor at Massachusetts General Hospital before doctors recognized that her baby’s head was tipped and stuck. Doctors turned to a vacuum extractor for the delivery. They did not warn the mother of the associated risks. Julia was born with bleeding on the brain. She now has cerebral palsy, needs braces to walk, and requires special education and therapy.[2]

Getting Treatment for Cerebral Palsy in Boston

Boston has some of the finest hospitals and medical centers in the world. Turn to these facilities as you seek the best care for your child with cerebral palsy.

Boston Children’s Hospital

Dedicated to treating children, Boston Children’s Hospital is home to the Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Center. The Center draws on specialists in all areas of pediatric medicine to evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.

Children with cerebral palsy benefit from in-house specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, neuropsychology, neuromotor therapy, augmentative communication, and medical complexity.[3]

300 Longwood Avenue

Boston, MA 02115

(617) 355-6000

Tufts Children’s Hospital

Tufts Children’s Hospital is part of the Tufts system and is a teaching hospital for the world-class medical school. It houses a cerebral palsy program staffed by experienced pediatric rehabilitation physicians.

Children receive complete evaluations and recommendations for treatments, including medications, Botox injections, occupational therapy, braces, assistive devices, and more. The physicians also work with experts in other departments like neurology, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.[4]

755 Washington St.

Floating Building, 4th Floor

Boston, MA 02111

(617) 636-5626

Working with a Boston cerebral palsy lawyer is one of the best things you can do for your child. They will give you legal options, advice, guidance, and expert representation as you seek compensation.

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References

  1. Fargen, J. (2018, November 17). Kin Get $26M in Malpractice Lawsuit Over Botched Birth. Boston Herald.
    Retrieved from: https://www.bostonherald.com/2007/10/13/kin-get-26m-in-malpractice-lawsuit-over-botched-birth/
  2. Insurance Journal. (2005, May 12). Mass. Jury Awards $24 Million in Childbirth Lawsuit.
    Retrieved from: https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2005/05/12/54936.htm
  3. Boston Children's Hospital. (n.d.). Cerebral Palsy (CP).
    Retrieved from: https://www.childrenshospital.org/conditions/cerebral-palsy#related
  4. Tufts Children's Hospital (n.d.). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
    Retrieved from: https://www.tuftschildrenshospital.org/patient-care-services/departments-and-services/physical-medicine-and-rehabilitation/clinical-care-services/cerebral-palsy-program
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Page Written by Robert Wharton, Esquire

Page Written by Robert Wharton, Esquire

Robert Wharton is an experienced cerebral palsy and birth injury attorney. His law firm handles medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. He has been selected multiple times as a “Super Lawyers – Rising Star”, and was honored as a “Top 40 Under 40” lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association.

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