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How much compensation can you get for a cerebral palsy lawsuit?

By Jeffrey Rasansky 1 | September 16th 2025 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Cerebral palsy (CP) lawsuits often result in some of the most significant birth injury settlements because the condition typically requires lifelong medical care, therapy, Continue Reading

Should I sue for my child's cerebral palsy?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | February 04th 2014 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Cerebral palsy can sometimes be linked to medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery. Doctors and healthcare providers have a duty to monitor Continue Reading

When is cerebral palsy first detectable?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | February 04th 2014 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Cerebral palsy is often not diagnosed immediately after birth. In most cases, signs become noticeable between 1 and 3 years of age, Continue Reading

What causes cerebral palsy?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | February 04th 2014 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Cerebral palsy is caused by abnormal brain development or brain injury that affects muscle control, posture, and motor function. The damage typically Continue Reading

What is birth injury malpractice?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 18th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Birth injury malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, or other healthcare professional fails to provide the appropriate standard of care during pregnancy, labor, Continue Reading

What is the prognosis for cerebral palsy caused by a birth injury?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 17th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: What is the prognosis for cerebral palsy caused by a birth injury? The prognosis for cerebral palsy varies widely based on the Continue Reading

What should I do if my child suffered a birth injury?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 17th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: If your child has suffered a birth injury, your first priority should be securing medical care for both the baby and the Continue Reading

Can ptosis be caused by a birth injury?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 17th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Ptosis is a condition in which one or both eyelids droop due to a weak or damaged eyelid muscle. While ptosis can be Continue Reading

What is Klumpke paralysis or Klumpkes palsy?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 17th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Klumpke paralysis (also called Klumpke’s palsy) is a type of brachial plexus injury that affects the nerves controlling movement and sensation in the Continue Reading

What is shoulder dystocia?

By Jeffrey Rasansky | December 17th 2013 | Birth Injury FAQs , FAQ

Answer: Shoulder dystocia is a serious birth complication that occurs when a baby’s shoulder becomes lodged behind the mother’s pubic bone during delivery, preventing Continue Reading

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