San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 04, 2013 http://www.resource4thepeople.com/medicalmalpractice/cerebralpalsy-lawsuit.html Resource4thePeople announced today that it has increased the number of attorneys who are now available to review claims from consumers over allegations of medical malpractice that may have caused cerebral palsy or other birth defects in infants. This announcement comes as a result of a significant increase in the volume of inquires we are receiving in connection with these allegations over a condition that affects thousands of families, said Resource4thePeople. Our additional personnel will enable us to more adequately and efficiently provide free consultations to those consumers seeking information about the legal rights they may have to seek compensation over allegations that improper care caused cerebral palsy or other birth defects. Information about these consultations and toll-free phone numbers as well as appropriate internet links is all available at the Resource4thePeople web site. This increase in staffing to provide consumers this legal information comes in response to the unexpected volume of response generated by our recent announcement about the launching of a new medical malpractice/cerebral palsy information bank for consumers who have claims involving cerebral palsy and other birth defects, said Resource4thePeople. Our data shows that there is a great demand from … Continue reading →

Cerebral Palsy: Life-Altering Neurological Disorders Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a set ofneurological disordersthat permanently affect bodily movement and muscle coordination. Although much remains unknown about the causes of CP, evidence from research strongly suggests that infections, birth injuries, poor oxygen supply to the fetal brain before, during and immediately after delivery, and severe illness caused by trauma can result in CP. Cerebral Palsy is a serious motor condition, which experts say is neither genetic nor a medical condition, but often arises at the time of birth as a result of fetal distress during delivery. Risk Factors for CP The United Cerebral Palsy Association says that several factors during delivery can result in CP, including: Treatment for CP Children with CP will typically require long-term care from numerous medical, psychological and educational professionals, including pediatricians to oversee plans of care, pediatric neurologists to treat neurological disorders in children, orthopedists who can treat muscle and bone disorders, occupational therapists to help with everyday activities and use of adaptive products to live, developmental therapists to help with social and interpersonal skills and age-appropriate behaviors, social workers who assist families with accessing services and transitional care, and special education teachers to address learning disabilities … Continue reading →

5 July 2013 Last updated at 04:32 ET Please turn on JavaScript. Media requires JavaScript to play. Doctors hope Kyle Weaver will be walking unaided within a year A 22,000 donation from one family to another has allowed a young boy with cerebral palsy to have life-changing surgery in America. Before surgery Kyle Weaver, three, from Colwyn Bay was unable to walk unaided. Treatment was made possible after Kevin and Christine Williams, from Conwy, donated money raised for their daughter, Abigail, who no longer benefits from continued treatment. Kyle's parents hope he will take his first unaided steps within the year. Mr and Mrs Williams had collected the money to pay for pioneering stem cell treatment for their daughter Abigail, seven. Please turn on JavaScript. Media requires JavaScript to play. When it was discovered that Abigail, who suffers from Batten disease which affects her mobility and senses, would not benefit from continued treatment they contacted Kyle's family. See original here: Boy's US surgery with £22,000 gift … Continue reading →