At Sokolove Law, our Worcester cerebral palsy lawyers work with registered nurses to help families understand their legal options. If you believe your child developed CP from a preventable birth injury, you may be able to pursue compensation from a lawsuit. Contact us now for free.
Why Choose Sokolove Law as Your Worcester Cerebral Palsy Law Firm?
At Sokolove Law, we understand the confusion and uncertainty that can accompany cases of cerebral palsy caused by medical malpractice — and we have a long track record of holding those responsible for that suffering accountable.
For over 45 years, we’ve fought tirelessly for people who have been injured through no fault of their own. To date, we’ve secured over $962 Million on behalf of families affected by birth injuries like cerebral palsy.
Our cerebral palsy lawyers in Worcester work on a contingency-fee-basis, which means we only get paid if you do. There’s no financial risk to taking legal action.
If you're unsure about the cause of your child’s CP, we have registered nurses on staff that can listen to your story and help you determine what may have happened.
Find out if our Worcester cerebral palsy lawyers can help your family. It costs nothing to speak with us.
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Why You Can Sue for Cerebral Palsy in Worcester, MA
Cerebral palsy occurs when a child’s brain development is hindered in some way. Unfortunately, many of the injuries that can result in cerebral palsy stem from a medical professional’s mistake made during delivery, which is medical malpractice or negligence.
Between 85% and 90% of CP cases are congenital, meaning brain damage occurred before or during birth.
If a doctor or health care professional made a mistake that caused your child to develop cerebral palsy, you may be able to pursue compensation through a CP lawsuit — and hold those responsible for your child’s condition accountable.
Failing to order a C-section for a difficult delivery, which may cause the child to become stuck in the birth canal and lose blood flow and oxygen to the brain
Improperly using assisted delivery devices like forceps or vacuum extractors, as these tools can cause various injuries like brain bleeds and skull fractures
Not noticing or treating jaundice, which may cause bilirubin to build up in the baby’s blood and result in a type of brain damage known as kernicterus
Not setting up the delivery room or equipment in a timely manner, as this may cause the child to receive delayed care and suffer oxygen deprivation
Even if your child doesn’t have a diagnosis yet or you aren’t sure what happened, contact Sokolove Law today.
We have registered nurses on staff who can help you figure out if medical malpractice may have played a role in your child developing CP.
How Cerebral Palsy Lawyers in Worcester Can Help
At Sokolove Law, we are committed to breaking down the barriers that often keep people from filing a lawsuit, like financial resources, time constraints, and the complexity of the justice system.
If you have a case, our cerebral palsy lawyers will handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your loved ones.
Additionally, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our team. We only get paid if we secure compensation for you.
Our cerebral palsy lawyers in Worcester can:
Provide you with a free case review to determine if you have a case
Investigate your child’s injury and gather evidence to prove it could have been prevented
Negotiate a cerebral palsy settlement with the defendants (a doctor, hospital, insurance company, or other medical professional)
If a settlement is unable to be reached, we’re prepared to present your case in court before a judge and jury.
Let us handle the legal legwork for you. Call(800) 995-1212 or fill out our contact form today to get started.
Our Past Cerebral Palsy Settlements and Verdicts
For decades, our attorneys have fought for those who were injured through no fault of their own and filed cerebral palsy lawsuits on their behalf. To date, we’ve secured over $962 Million for families impacted by birth injuries.
Our past Massachusetts settlements and verdicts for cerebral palsy include:
$5 Million for a mother whose daughter suffered severe brain damage at birth
$5 Million for a child with CP after suffering a birth injury
$4.85 Million for a child who developed CP due to malpractice
$3 Million for a child who suffered fetal distress and developed CP
$2.4 Million for a child who developed CP after suffering multiple injuries
$1.75 Million for a mother whose son has CP
$1.75 Million for a mother whose twins suffered injuries at birth that led to cerebral palsy
While compensation is not guaranteed, our Worcester cerebral palsy lawyers will fight for the most compensation possible in your case.
Compensation from a cerebral palsy lawsuit can help pay for adaptive equipment, medications, caregiver expenses, and more.
Let Our Worcester Cerebral Palsy Attorneys Fight for You
As a national birth injury law firm, Sokolove Law has the resources, skills, and experience necessary to help you file a cerebral palsy lawsuit in Worcester.
Our lawyers are compassionate towards the families we serve, and relentless in our pursuit of justice on their behalf.
With registered nurses on staff and no out-of-pocket costs, we are prepared to help you navigate your next steps — wherever your family may be in your journey with CP.
In many cases, yes. 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
Fill out our contact form to learn if you may be eligible to pursue compensation following your child’s injury.
Who can sue for cerebral palsy in Worcester?
You may be able to file a Worcester cerebral palsy lawsuit if:
The injury was preventable and a medical professional is to blame
We have registered nurses on staff that can listen to your story and help you to determine if a medical professional may be at fault for your child’s injury.
Call (800) 995-1212 to learn more about your legal options. Our team is standing by 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.
How much does a Worcester cerebral palsy attorney charge?
At Sokolove Law, there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our Worcester cerebral palsy attorneys.
We work on a contingency-fee-basis, which means we only get paid if your case results in compensation.
How long do I have to file a cerebral palsy lawsuit in Worcester, MA?
You only have a limited amount of time to file a Worcester cerebral palsy lawsuit due to unique laws in each state known as the statute of limitations.
Once this deadline passes, you won’t be able to sue for a birth injury again.
At Sokolove Law, we offer free, no-obligation case reviews. Fill out our contact form now to learn more about the legal options available to you.
Ricky A. LeBlanc is the Managing Attorney at Sokolove Law. As Managing Attorney, Ricky is responsible for all communications with prospective clients and, along with his team of paralegals and case managers, review all potential cases.
