Cerebral Palsy (CP) causes miscommunication between the brain and the body which results in difficulty with muscle control, movement, and speech. It varies in severity but is not a progressive illness. Since it is caused by one single trauma to the brain, it will not worsen over time. However, the condition may deteriorate over time in some cases.

The amount of trauma caused to the brain can cause the symptoms to vary quite drastically. In its mildest form, it can simply cause difficulty controlling the muscles in one hand. With proper physical and occupational therapy, control can be gradually restored. In its most severe form, it can render the person completely immobile. If the trauma was quite severe, then the person can become quadriplegic and lose the ability to communicate. It can also cause the brain to not develop at a normal rate. There have been cases of 12-year-old children with CP who had the brain functions of a four-month-old infant.

If your child has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, you should consult with an attorney. There is a good chance that there is someone at fault for this debilitating illness. CP can be caused while in the womb or up to three years after birth. There are a variety of ways that it can be contracted and most are preventable. One of the most common causes of this terrible affliction is medical malpractice.

If the brain is lacking oxygen at birth, it can cause CP. There are a variety of ways that a physician could be at fault for your child’s illness. Waiting too long to perform a C-Section and failure to diagnose fetal distress are two of the most common forms. A Cerebral Palsy lawyer will be able to analyze the medical records and any other evidence and find out if medical malpractice is the cause of your child’s illness.

Medical malpractice is not the only cause of CP. Many cases of it are actually developed during the first three years of the infant’s life. Car accidents are notorious for causing brain injury and small children are especially at risk. If your child has developed Cerebral Palsy as a result of a car accident, talk to a lawyer today. A lawyer will ensure that you get compensation for your child’s medical expenses.