SPASTIC CEREBRAL PALSY - MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE COMPENSATION SOLICITOR
Spastic cerebral palsy is the most predominant form, affecting more than 80% of those afflicted, often mixed with other types of the disorder. The definition is subject to controversy however in general terms muscle tone is usually too high or too tight which causes the stiff, jerky, uneven movements that characterise this condition. Movement from one position to another is difficult causing subsequent posture problems with gripping, holding and releasing objects posing particular difficulties. Other problems associated with spasticity include ligaments that do not stretch adequately or grow in proportion to the bones of the body causing stiffness and rigidity. These rigid, stiff and tight movements can be controlled to some degree by the treatments available especially if started when the victim is young. Drug therapy, physical therapy, surgery and special equipment may all help make life more comfortable for the spastic cerebral palsy child as they grow older.
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Substantial Damages Awards
This condition is often associated with mental impairment and if caused as a result of medical negligence can result in very substantial damages claims frequently in the millions of pounds range to cover pain and suffering, general expenses and care. The largest item of spastic cerebral palsy compensation awards usually relates to care in the future with many severely affected children anticipated to have a long lifespan if proper care is available for their needs.
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Negligent?
Whether or not there has been medical negligence is not an easy matter to determine. We are able to call upon specialist teams of medical and legal experts to determine the issue. Medical negligence occurs if the care was not up to normal standards exhibited by other similarly qualified healthcare professionals. Whilst over 90% of cases are due to naturally occurring phenomena, the remaining 10% are open to question with many of those most severely affected by spastic cerebral palsy suffering because of unacceptable medical errors.
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Legal Aid
Our legal work is carried out at no expense to the child or to the parents. Legal aid is available for children with no financial contribution necessary from the parents. Whilst it is correct that public funding is means tested, the only assets and income considered are those relating to the child and not to the parents who may have considerable assets and income which is not considered in the assessment for legal aid.
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Medical Negligence Solicitors
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