Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury Lawyers in San Antonio

Fighting for Justice for Infants with Cerebral Palsy

Was your baby born with cerebral palsy? Your doctor may be to blame. Cerebral palsy can appear in babies before, during, or after birth. At Maloney Law Group, P.L.L.C., we are confident in our ability to represent you in the fight for justice. At our boutique firm, clients always speak directly with a lawyer. We specialize in medical malpractice and are connected with many professionals who can help us when researching and building your case.

We want to make sure that you are compensated for any suffering and long-term difficulty caused by negligent hospital staff. The financial consequences of cerebral palsy can be overwhelming. Let us do what we can to lessen your burden.

On This Page

• What Causes Cerebral Palsy?
• Proving Fault in Your Birth Injury Case

What Causes Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy is a medical condition that affects a child’s muscle control. Cases can range from mild to severe. This disease may be the result of poor brain development or issues with the nerve cells in utero. However, it can also be caused by asphyxiation at the time of birth, brain trauma, untreated infections, or events in the birthing process that rupture blood vessels.

Some events that could cause this damage include:

If a baby is deprived of oxygen for any amount of time during the first minutes of his or her life, the consequences can be devastating. Doctors should make every effort to facilitate a safe delivery.

How Do You Prove Fault in a Birth Injury Case?

To show that your doctor, nurse, or hospital was responsible, we will need to first research the reasonable standard of care. Next, we will need to explain how your medical staff breached this professional standard. Finally, we will need to establish a certain connection between that breach of care and the onset of cerebral palsy.

What Are the Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury?

Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder caused by birth injury or brain damage that affects movement, posture, and coordination. It can cause both short-term and long-term issues for those affected.

Short-term symptoms may include:

• Poor reflexes
• Rigid muscles
• Trouble swallowing or eating
• Seizures
• Difficulty controlling body temperature
• Difficulty with motor skills such as crawling or walking

Long term symptoms of cerebral palsy can vary from person to person but often include:

• Muscle weakness and spasticity in the arms and legs
• Impaired vision
• Problems with hearing
• Learning disabilities
• Speech impediments
• Scoliosis (curvature of the spine)
• Chronic pain in joints due to misalignment of bones
• Bowel control difficulties resulting in constipation or incontinence
• Breathing difficulties due to weakened chest muscles
• Balance issues leading to frequent falls
• Depression due to physical limitations

How San Antonio Cerebral Palsy Attorneys Can Help!

At Maloney Law Group, P.L.L.C., we are here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve for your baby’s birth injury-related condition. Our experienced San Antonio cerebral palsy lawyers will use their knowledge of medical malpractice law to fight on behalf of your family in order to secure the financial resources needed for quality care, therapy services, and other necessary treatments related to cerebral palsy. If you or someone close to you has suffered from a birth injury leading to this devastating disorder, please contact us today so we can begin fighting for justice together!

We are proud to say that we have a reputation for aggressive and relentless advocacy throughout Texas. With more than 30 years of experience as a firm, we are confident in our abilities. Lead Attorney Michael Maloney is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization to work in personal injury law and all of our San Antonio birth injury lawyers have the skill and experience needed to handle your case successfully.