New York Cerebral Palsy Lawyer

At Sokolove Law, our New York cerebral palsy lawyers can fight for justice on behalf of children who developed CP due to malpractice. Our firm has secured more than $962 Million from birth injury claims nationwide. See if you may qualify for compensation now.

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Common Causes of Cerebral Palsy in New York

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.”
– New York City Mother & Firm 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.

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If you have a case, our cerebral palsy lawyers can fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves.

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How to File a New York Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit

As a national birth injury law firm, Sokolove Law has worked with thousands of families across the country to help them pursue justice, compensation, and accountability for their child’s injury.

If you have a case, our New York 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 that can help you make sense of what may have happened to your child.

Our New York 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 New York Cerebral Palsy Claim

Your attorney will file your cerebral palsy lawsuit within the state deadline known as the statute of limitations.

Once these deadlines pass, 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 in order to ensure that your claim is filed on time.

4. We’ll Negotiate Cerebral Palsy Settlements on Your Behalf

Our team will negotiate a New York 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 New York Cerebral Palsy Settlements

At Sokolove Law, we’ve secured over $962 Million for families affected by birth injuries like cerebral palsy.

Some of our past New York cerebral palsy settlements and verdicts include:

  • $8 Million for a family impacted by cerebral palsy in Albany
  • $8 Million for a family in upper Manhattan
  • $6 Million to a West Hempstead child who developed CP from untreated jaundice
  • $5.9 Million for a family in Queens
  • $5.2 Million for a Rochester family
  • $4.1 Million for a child affected by CP malpractice in New York
  • $3.25 Million for a Ballston Spa family affected by cerebral palsy
  • $3 Million for a child in Mineola with CP
  • $3 Million for a Central Bridge family
  • $2.7 Million for a family in Manhattan
  • $2.59 Million for a Harlem family
  • $2.5 Million for a child with CP in the Bronx
  • $1.82 Million for a Brooklyn family
  • $1.62 Million to a New York child with CP from umbilical cord strangulation

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.

“Our daughter's traumatic birth left us devastated. She faces numerous issues, and I can't work as I need to care for her. Sokolove Law stepped in and helped us fight for justice. With their help, we can breathe a little easier, knowing our daughter's needs will be met.”
– Sokolove Law Birth Injury Client

Compensation from a New York CP lawsuit can help to ease the financial burden of continued medical costs and other expenses.

While there’s never a guarantee of compensation, we’ll fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to.

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Our New York cerebral palsy attorneys will put their decades of experience to work for you. Let us get you the money you deserve.

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Let Our New York Cerebral Palsy Lawyers Fight for Your Family

For over 45 years, Sokolove Law has helped victims of preventable injuries pursue justice and compensation — including New York families affected by cerebral palsy.

Our team of 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 $962 Million for families impacted by birth injuries like cerebral palsy.

Let us get you the money you deserve. Call (800) 995-1212 now or fill out our contact form for a free legal case review.

Cerebral Palsy Lawyer in New York FAQs

Is cerebral palsy due to negligence?

Yes, sometimes. Doctors and other health care professionals may make a mistake during a child’s delivery that can cause an injury that leads to cerebral palsy.

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.

What is a New York CP lawyer?

A cerebral palsy lawyer in New York helps families impacted by CP file lawsuits against negligence medical professionals who may be responsible for an injury that caused the child’s condition.

New York CP lawyers can fight for compensation that may help pay for medical expenses, adaptive equipment, and more.

Who can sue for cerebral palsy in New York?

You may be able to file a New York 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 to 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 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 injury.

How much is the cerebral palsy settlement in New York?

Settlements for cerebral palsy are worth around $1 Million on average, though these amounts will vary based on a number of factors, like the:

  • Role that malpractice played in your child’s injury
  • Severity of their injury
  • Current and future medical costs for care

Let us get you the money you deserve. Call (800) 995-1212 now to see if you may qualify for free.

How much does a New York cerebral palsy attorney charge?

At Sokolove Law, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our New York cerebral palsy lawyers.

We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only get paid if your case results in compensation.

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Local New York Areas We Serve

While Sokolove Law helps people throughout the country, we provide our services to people across the entire state of New York as well.

Sokolove Law serves locations across New York, including:

  • Albany
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  • And more

New York Zip Codes We Serve

As a national law firm, Sokolove Law can help families wherever they may be in the U.S., including across the state of New York.

Some of the zip codes we serve in New York include: 

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  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Economic Costs Associated with Mental Retardation, Cerebral Palsy, Hearing Loss, and Vision Impairment.” Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5303a4.htm. Accessed on October 17, 2024.
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