If you believe a mistake during childbirth caused by a doctor or another medical professional led to your child’s cerebral palsy, you should contact an experienced injury lawyer as soon as possible.
Those held responsible may include a doctor, an obstetrician, a midwife and the hospital itself under the doctrine of respondeat superior (Latin for “let the master answer”).
It’s important to talk to act quickly. Under Virginia’s statute of limitations, the clock is ticking to bring a lawsuit. Medical malpractice cases can be complicated by the fact a disorder like cerebral palsy may not be apparent in the weeks and months immediately after a medical mistake. Depending on the circumstances, parties may have as little as a year and as long as 10 years to bring a medical malpractice case.
Stephen M. Smith is a worldwide recognized expert in brain injury litigation, with nearly four decades of experience in litigating these case. Mr. Smith and his team of attorneys at the Hampton-based Smith Law Center handle lawsuits across the U.S. and the world. Call the Smith Law Center at 757.695.9064 for a consultation.