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At Stephensons, we understand that welcoming a child into the world is a joyous occasion, and that any complications can be devastating for families. Unfortunately, incidents of cerebral palsy caused by medical negligence, such as failure to adequately monitor foetal distress during pregnancy or delivery, do occur. Our specialist solicitors are dedicated to providing compassionate and expert assistance to families dealing with the lasting impact of such negligence.
Foetal distress occurs when a baby experiences complications in the womb, potentially depriving them of oxygen. Medical professionals are responsible for carefully monitoring both mother and baby throughout pregnancy and childbirth to swiftly identify signs of distress and take immediate remedial action. Examples of inadequate monitoring may include failing to properly interpret CTG traces (cardiotocography), delays in responding to abnormalities in the baby’s heart rate or not conducting sufficient checks during labour.
When foetal distress goes unnoticed or is inadequately handled, the baby may experience prolonged oxygen deprivation, leading to brain damage and neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a lifelong condition affecting movement, coordination and cognitive development, and often requires extensive care and rehabilitation for the child throughout their life.
If you believe medical negligence related to a failure to effectively monitor foetal distress caused cerebral palsy in your child, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Successful cerebral palsy claims may cover the costs of ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, adapted accommodation, assistive technology, specialist education, and care requirements. It may also help to ease the emotional and financial burden on families impacted by this avoidable negligence.
To pursue a claim, our specialist medical negligence solicitors must be able to demonstrate that the healthcare provider responsible for monitoring your pregnancy made errors or omissions in managing foetal distress, and these errors directly caused or substantially contributed to your child's cerebral palsy diagnosis. Our dedicated legal experts will support you throughout the entire claims process, guiding you every step of the way.
Stephensons is recognised nationally for its expertise and commitment to excellence in medical negligence claims. Our specialist solicitors are accredited by respected organisations including the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme, demonstrating our rigorous standards and comprehensive knowledge.
Our dedicated medical negligence team has extensive experience in successfully representing families affected by cerebral palsy claims due to the failure to monitor foetal distress. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate support, personal attention and clear, straightforward advice at every stage of your claim. Our priority is securing the compensation needed to improve the quality of life and future security for your family.
At Stephensons, we believe in providing personalised support tailored to your family's unique circumstances. Our solicitors will fully investigate your case, gathering relevant evidence, obtaining expert medical assessments and clearly presenting your claim. We aim to secure the maximum compensation available for you and your child, ensuring you have the resources required to assist your child's development and meet future care needs.
We understand the sensitive and emotional challenges you face following birth injuries leading to cerebral palsy. Throughout the claims process, we will handle your case professionally and compassionately, keeping you regularly informed with clear and transparent communication.
If you believe your child developed cerebral palsy due to medical negligence and failure to monitor foetal distress, our specialist solicitors are ready to advise and assist you. To arrange a free initial consultation and discuss your potential cerebral palsy claim, contact us today on 0161 696 6165 or fill in our enquiry form for a callback.
We will collect evidence including medical records, witness statements, expert medical opinions and documentation demonstrating medical professionals' failures and how these directly led to your child's cerebral palsy.
Typically, you have until 3 years after your child’s 18th birthday to start a cerebral palsy compensation claim. However, we recommend beginning your claim as early as possible to ensure all relevant evidence is accessible.
Each case varies, but complex cerebral palsy claims can sometimes take several years due to detailed investigations and evidence gathering. Our specialist solicitors will keep you informed of timescales at each stage.
Compensation levels vary significantly based on your child's individual circumstances, severity of injury, care and treatment needs, and the long-term impact on their life. Our solicitors will fully assess the value of your claim and aim to secure the maximum compensation award possible.
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