Cerebral Palsy Attorney

Handling Cerebral Palsy Cases in Mason City, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines

The term cerebral palsy refers to a motor coordination impairment caused by an injury to the brain, which controls both voluntary movement and coordination. It is characterized by either weakness or stiffness of the arms and legs and can be associated with seizures and/or some degree of mental retardation.  If you child has developed cerebral palsy due to a birth injury, brain injury, or medical malpractice, you have the right to file an injury lawsuit against the doctor or hospital responsible for delivering the baby.  By taking legal action, you can recover the compensation you need to care for your child and his or her injuries both now and in the future.

The overall incidence of cerebral palsy is reported to be about 2.5 per 1,000 live births in the U.S.  The most common cause of cerebral palsy is prematurity, where the baby is delivered before the brain is fully developed.  Babies in the range of 26‑30 weeks gestational age also have a significantly increased risk of developing cerebral palsy. However, a baby born at term (37 weeks) can also develop cerebral palsy if there is significant hypoxia or asphyxia (lack of oxygen to the brain) associated with the delivery. 

Why Should I Hire an Injury Attorney?

Because cerebral palsy will result in life-long consequences to both the baby and the family, a cerebral palsy diagnosis requires a careful investigation of the facts and circumstances surrounding the labor and delivery to determine if hypoxia or asphyxia could have been prevented.  In many cases, evidence in the medical records, including the fetal monitoring strips, will show significant problems during labor that should have led to an earlier delivery, which would have prevented cerebral palsy. An experienced cerebral palsy lawyer can review your case, investigate the steps that were taken during the delivery process, and collect the evidence needed to file a birth injury claim against the doctor or hospital. With the help of a skilled attorney, your chances of recovering maximum compensation increase greatly. Our firm handles cases throughout Iowa, including those in Des Moines, Mason City, and Cedar Rapids.

Contact a Cerebral Palsy Attorney

If your baby has developed cerebral palsy as result of medical malpractice or a birth injury, we can help. We would be happy to discuss your situation and answer any questions you may have to determine if you have a viable claim.  By speaking with an experienced cerebral palsy attorney at our firm, you can get your questions answered and immediate concerns addressed – enabling you to make an informed decision about your legal representation and claim in general.  Helping you seek justice under the law by recovering the largest possible settlement is our number one priority!

To discuss your case at free consultation, please contact a cerebral palsy lawyer at McGuire Law, PLC today!