To prove cerebral palsy and clinical negligence, you will need to show that:

• The medical professional breached their duty of care. This means that they failed to provide the standard of care that a reasonable medical professional would have provided in the same circumstances.

• The breach of duty caused the cerebral palsy. This means that the cerebral palsy would not have occurred if the medical professional had provided the standard of care.

There are a number of ways to prove these elements. For example, you may have medical records that show that the medical professional failed to follow established medical protocols or that they made a careless mistake. You may also have expert medical evidence to support your claim.

Here are some specific examples of clinical negligence that can lead to cerebral palsy:

• Failure to monitor the baby’s heart rate and other vital signs during pregnancy and labour

• Failure to diagnose or treat infections during pregnancy

• Failure to perform a timely caesarean section

• Use of excessive force during delivery

• Birth asphyxia (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy)

• Failure to diagnose and treat jaundice, low blood sugar, or other conditions after birth

If you believe that your child’s cerebral palsy was caused by clinical negligence, It is vital to have this investigated as soon as possible. We will be able to assess your case and advise you on your legal options.

It is important to note that proving clinical negligence can be complex and challenging. However, if you have a strong case, you may be able to obtain compensation for your child’s medical expenses, care costs, and other losses.

If you would like to discuss a potential claim with our specialist negligence Lawyer, Tracy Hunns- Clarke, her details are as follows:

E: tracy@remedylaw.co.uk
T: 023 9355 2843
W: www.remedylaw.co.uk/lawyer/tracy-hunns-clarke