Common Causes of Cerebral Palsy in Massachusetts
Many cerebral palsy cases are caused by medical malpractice or negligence, which occurs when a health care professional does not meet the standard of care expected from them.
These errors can take place before, during, or shortly after a child’s birth and cause serious injuries.
Medical errors that may result in cerebral palsy include:
- Failing to order a C-section for a difficult delivery, which may cause the child to become stuck in the birth canal for an extended period of time
- Neglecting to set up a delivery room in a timely manner, which can delay necessary care
- Not recognizing or treating jaundice, which can allow bilirubin to build up in the baby’s blood and cause brain damage
- Using forceps or vacuum extractors improperly, which can result in various injuries to the child
These errors may lead to brain injuries, lack of oxygen or blood flow to the brain, and kernicterus, all of which are common causes of cerebral palsy.
“My daughter arrived unresponsive, with severe bruising and swelling on the back of her head. Thankfully, Sokolove Law fought for justice and the best care for my child. The compensation they secured for my daughter has been life-changing.”
– Sokolove Law Birth Injury Client
We have registered nurses on staff with decades of labor and delivery experience who can help determine if malpractice played a role in your child’s injury.
If birth injury malpractice was involved, your family may be entitled to compensation on your child’s behalf.
Call (800) 995-1212 now to see in our Massachusetts CP lawyers may be able to fight for you.
How to File a Massachusetts Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit
As a national birth injury law firm, Sokolove Law has worked with countless families across the country to help them pursue justice, compensation, and accountability for their child’s injury.
If you have a case, our Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawyers will handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your child’s well-being.
1. Contact Sokolove Law
At Sokolove Law, we provide free case reviews to determine if you may be eligible to take legal action and pursue cerebral palsy compensation for your child.
We’ll ask you a few questions about the birth of your child to find out if medical malpractice may have caused them to develop cerebral palsy.
2. We’ll Find the Evidence of Negligence
We have a team of registered nurses on staff who can help you make sense of what may have happened to your child.
Our Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawyers will gather medical documents, witness testimony, and other evidence to show that malpractice or negligence was involved.
3. We’ll File Your Massachusetts Cerebral Palsy Claim
Your attorney will file your cerebral palsy lawsuit within the state deadline known as the statute of limitations.
Once the deadline passes, you won’t be able to file a claim for your child’s injury. Don’t miss out on the money you deserve.
Call our team at (800) 995-1212 as soon as possible to make sure your claim is filed on time.
4. We’ll Negotiate Cerebral Palsy Settlements on Your Behalf
Our team will negotiate a Massachusetts cerebral palsy settlement with the defendants, which may be the hospital, medical professionals responsible for your child’s birth injury, or their insurance company.
The majority of cases end in a settlement, which means you may not have to step foot in court to receive compensation.
If a settlement is unable to be reached, our cerebral palsy lawyers are prepared to present your case in trial and fight for a verdict on your behalf.
Our Past Massachusetts Cerebral Palsy Settlements
At Sokolove Law, we’ve secured over $917 Million for families affected by birth injuries like cerebral palsy.
Some of our past Massachusetts cerebral palsy settlements and verdicts include:
- $5 Million for a mother whose daughter suffered severe brain damage at birth
- $4.85 Million to a child who developed CP due to malpractice
- $1.75 Million for a mother whose son has CP
- $2.4 Million to a child who suffered multiple injuries at birth
- $3 Million for a child who suffered fetal distress and developed CP
Cerebral palsy settlement amounts are based on a variety of factors, including the severity of your child’s injury and the role medical negligence played in their injury.
“My baby had to stay in the NICU. Now, she’s almost 3 and isn’t developing like other kids. Sokolove Law helped us fight for justice and get the money we needed to give our child special care and treatments. I can’t thank Sokolove Law enough."
– Mother in Massachusetts & Firm Client
While there’s never a guarantee of compensation, we’ll fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to.
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Let Our Massachusetts Cerebral Palsy Attorneys Fight for Your Family
For over 45 years, Sokolove Law has helped victims of preventable injuries pursue justice and compensation — including Massachusetts families affected by cerebral palsy.
Our Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawyers have the skills and experience necessary to hold those responsible for your child’s injury accountable. We’ll strive to get you the most compensation possible from your birth injury lawsuit.
We’ve secured more than $917 Million for families impacted by birth injuries like cerebral palsy.
Call (800) 995-1212 now or fill out our contact form for a free legal case review. There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs.
Our Massachusetts Office Locations
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Boston, MA 02108
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Massachusetts Cerebral Palsy Attorney FAQs
Can you sue for cerebral palsy in Massachusetts?
Yes. You may be able to file a cerebral palsy lawsuit in Massachusetts if your child developed CP due to a birth injury caused by a health care professional’s mistake.
If you think your child’s condition was caused by malpractice, contact our team now. You may be eligible for compensation we can pursue on your behalf.
How much is compensation for cerebral palsy in MA?
Compensation for cerebral palsy is worth around $1 Million on average, though these amounts will vary based on factors like the:
- Role that malpractice played in your child’s injury
- Severity of their injury
- Current and future medical costs for care
Call (800) 995-1212 now to see if you may qualify for cerebral palsy compensation.
How does medical malpractice cause cerebral palsy?
Approximately 85% of cerebral palsy cases involve brain damage that happens before or during the child’s birth — often by a doctor or medical team’s mistake.
Common medical errors that can result in cerebral palsy include not:
- Noticing or treating jaundice, which may result in a type of brain damage known as kernicterus
- Ordering a C-section for a difficult delivery
- Setting up the delivery room or equipment in time
- Using assisted delivery devices like forceps or vacuum extractors properly
Get a free case review now to see if you may be eligible to pursue compensation for your child’s condition.
Who can sue for cerebral palsy in Massachusetts?
You may be able to file a Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawsuit if:
- Your child has cerebral palsy
- Their condition was caused by a birth injury
- The injury was preventable and a medical professional is to blame
We have registered nurses on staff who can listen to your story and help you determine if a medical professional may be at fault for your child’s injury.
Call (800) 995-1212 now for free help determining your eligibility to sue for cerebral palsy.
How much does a Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawyer charge?
At Sokolove Law, there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our Massachusetts cerebral palsy lawyers.
Because we work on a contingency-fee basis, you pay nothing unless we successfully secure compensation for you.
Sokolove Law Affiliations and Recognition
Our Professional Affiliations
- American Association of Justice
- Massachusetts State Bar Association (Located in Boston, MA)
Recognition
- National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
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- Martindale-Hubbell - 2022 Peer-Reviewed for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
Sokolove Law Local Reviews
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Local Massachusetts Areas We Serve
While Sokolove Law has experience helping thousands of people across the country, our firm was proudly founded in Massachusetts.
We serve the following locations around Massachusetts:
- Boston
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- And more
Massachusetts Zip Codes We Serve
As a national law firm, Sokolove Law can help patients and their families wherever they may be in the U.S., including across the state of Massachusetts.
Some of the zip codes we serve include:
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If you or a loved one was injured through no fault of your own, call (800) 995-1212 today for a free legal consultation.
