Cerebral Palsy
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If your child’s cerebral palsy was caused by medical negligence during pregnancy, labour, or delivery, you may be entitled to significant compensation to help cover their lifetime care needs.
At GMP Law, our experienced cerebral palsy lawyers have recovered millions in settlements for families affected by preventable birth injuries. We’re here to help secure the compensation your family needs, providing the financial security to give your child the best possible future.
Pursuing a cerebral palsy claim requires navigating complex medical and legal issues. We know how overwhelming and emotionally draining this process can be. That’s why our dedicated team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Do you have a cerebral palsy negligence case?
If your child has cerebral palsy and you believe it was caused by errors during pregnancy, labour, or delivery, you may be eligible to pursue a cerebral palsy compensation claim.
To help you understand whether you may have a case, ask yourself the following questions:
Cerebral palsy often leads to lifelong care needs. This may include:
- Ongoing medical treatment and therapy
- Special education or support services
- Home modifications and assistive equipment
- Loss of income due to time off work
- Emotional and psychological strain.
Cerebral palsy claims:
Your rights, our fight
Understanding the situations that commonly lead to successful cerebral palsy compensation claims helps families assess their legal options and access the most relevant information for their circumstances. Common situations include:
Oxygen deprivation during birth
When medical staff fail to respond appropriately to signs of foetal distress, it can lead to a lack of oxygen during birth. This is a leading cause of cerebral palsy.
Delayed emergency interventions
Improper use of delivery instruments
Failure to diagnose maternal infections
Medication errors during labour
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Cerebral palsy compensation: What you can claim
Cerebral palsy compensation claims can cover a comprehensive range of current and future costs associated with your child’s condition and its impact on your entire family. This includes direct medical care, economic loss, and pain and suffering damages.
Direct medical and care costs
- Lifetime medical treatment and specialist consultations
- Attendant care and nursing supports
- Medical equipment, wheelchairs, and adaptive technology
- Home modifications for accessibility and safety
- Special education and therapeutic services.
Economic losses
- Lost earning capacity for the affected child
- Parental income loss due to caregiving responsibilities
- Transportation costs for medical appointments and treatments
- Ongoing therapy and rehabilitation expenses.
Pain and suffering damages
- Compensation for your child’s physical pain and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life and missed opportunities
- Family impact and disruption to normal life activities.
Family member claims
Close family members may also be eligible for medical negligence compensation including:
Costs for caring for injured loved ones
Loss of companionship claims.
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The compensation claim process: Your journey with GMP Law
Initial consultation
Evidence gathering
Claim submission
Negotiation
We’ll advocate fiercely on your behalf, aiming for a fair settlement that truly reflects your needs.
Court representation
Ongoing support
Why choose our medical negligence lawyers?
Our No Win No Fee medical negligence lawyers specialise in handling some of the most complex and challenging cases. With deep expertise in medical law and personal injury, we understand the unique difficulties these claims present and know how to navigate them effectively.
Key benefits include:
Award-winning lawyers
Proudly recognised by Doyles Guide 2025 for excellence in medical negligence services
No Win No Fee.
Specialised expertise.
Our accredited medical negligence lawyers bring years of experience managing complex claims
98% success rate
Australia-wide coverage.
Free initial consultation
to assess your medical negligence claims.
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Fee transparency that you can trust
How our No Win No Fee system works:
No upfront costs
Start your claim without any financial risk
No contingency fees.
We don’t take a percentage of your settlement
Fair hourly rates.
When you win, we charge transparent hourly rates
Careful case evaluation.
We only take cases we believe can succeed
Our commitment. If we don’t believe your case will result in compensation or if costs outweigh benefits, we won’t take it on. This dedication to our clients’ best interests sets our No Win No Fee cerebral palsy solicitors apart.
Proven results: Cerebral palsy case studies
At GMP Law, we’ve successfully represented families across Australia in cerebral palsy, birth negligence, and medical malpractice claims. Our team has extensive experience handling cases involving preventable injuries caused by errors during pregnancy, labour, or delivery.
Case 1: $9 million compensation for cerebral palsy due to failure to perform a caesarean
Background
GMP Law represented a young girl diagnosed with Quadriplegic Dystonic Cerebral Palsy following complications during birth.
During labour, her mother suffered an anaphylactic reaction to penicillin, resulting in maternal hypotension. Despite two clear episodes of foetal bradycardia (oxygen deprivation), no caesarean was performed. Instead, doctors proceeded with a vaginal delivery, leading to hypoxic ischaemic brain damage at birth.
The baby was transferred to Royal North Shore Hospital NICU three days later after experiencing myoclonic seizures.
Medical negligence
The medical team failed to act on critical signs of foetal distress and maternal complications. This delay caused permanent brain damage, leaving the child with severe disabilities and in need of lifelong care.
GMP Law’s approach
- Reviewed clinical records and medical reports
- Consulted expert medical witnesses
- Proved the failure to perform a timely caesarean breached the standard of care
- Quantified the long-term impact on the child and family.
Outcome
The case settled for $9 million through mediation.
This compensation provided:
- Ongoing care and support for the child
- Funding for assistive equipment and therapies
- Home modifications
- Financial relief for the family’s caregiving responsibilities.
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Turning injuries into justice, transforming lives through compensation
At GMP Law, we’re not just fighting for compensation – we’re fighting for your right to recover, rebuild, and reclaim your life after an injury. Read our medical negligence case studies:
$500,000 Settlement Following Nerve Damage From Varicose Veins Treatment
Case Overview Our client presented to a vascular surgeon, seeking treatment of her varicose veins in her right leg. Following the
Parents Receive total of $485,000 in Compensation for Tragic Death of Newborn Child
Case Overview Our client suffered unimaginable loss following her 12-hour labour, delivering her first child by emergence caesarean. A few hours
$9,000,000 settlement for negligence causing Cerebral Palsy
Case Overview Our client was born with Quadriplegic Dystonic Cerebral Palsy, which was caused by complications during delivery. During labour, our
$550,000 settlement for delayed referral to treat a blocked artery resulting in a stroke
Case Overview In June 2019, our client was an admitted patient of the First Defendant when he complained of chest pain
Sydney man receives $340,000 settlement following rotator cuff injury sustained during hospital admission
Case Overview Our client was admitted to his local hospital to undergo an elective procedure. It was known to the Hospital
$300,000 settlement for delayed diagnosis of bowel cancer
Case Overview In 2019, our client began experiencing abdominal pains and sporadic diarrhoea. Our client underwent an upper abdominal ultrasound which
Meet our cerebral palsy lawyers
Meet our dedicated team of birth injury and medical negligence lawyers, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and across Australia. With a 98% win rate, we specialise in securing compensation for families affected by cerebral palsy caused by birth medical negligence and delivery-related trauma.
Let our experienced cerebral palsy lawyers fight for the justice and support your family deserves.
Frequently asked questions about medical negligence claims
How much compensation can I receive for my child’s cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy compensation varies significantly based on severity. It can range from hundreds of thousands to over $10 million in severe cases requiring lifelong care.
The amount of compensation depends on several key factors, including:
- The severity of your child’s cerebral palsy
- Their expected life expectancy
- The level of care they will require
- Ongoing medical and equipment needs
- Loss of future earning capacity.
Our cerebral palsy solicitors work with medical experts and life care planners to calculate comprehensive damages that reflect your child’s true lifetime needs.
How long do I have to file a cerebral palsy negligence claim?
Children are generally exempt from the standard time limits. In most Australian states, the legal time limit (limitation period) for a child to bring a cerebral palsy claim is paused until their 18th birthday. From that point, they typically have three years to start legal proceedings.
However, if you are a parent filing your own claim—for example, for nervous shock—you usually have three years from the date the injury was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered.
Because limitation periods can be complex, it’s essential to seek legal advice as early as possible. Early action not only protects your right to claim but also helps your family access the compensation and support needed for your child’s care and future.
What evidence do I need for my cerebral palsy compensation claim?
You’ll need detailed medical records from pregnancy through to delivery, along with expert medical opinions linking the negligent care to your child’s brain injury.
Key evidence includes:
- Prenatal records
- Labour and delivery notes
- Foetal monitoring strips
- Nursing logs
- Postnatal care documentation.
Our cerebral palsy lawyers will assist in obtaining and reviewing these records and will engage qualified medical experts to analyse the care provided. These experts help identify breaches in accepted medical standards and confirm the connection between the negligence and your child’s condition.
We also gather evidence of your child’s current and future care needs, as well as the financial impact on your family, to support a thorough compensation claim.
How long does a cerebral palsy lawsuit take to resolve?
Most cerebral palsy negligence claims resolve within 18 to 36 months through settlement negotiations; however, complex cases may take longer. The timeline depends on case complexity, the severity of your child’s condition, and the defendants’ willingness to negotiate reasonable settlements.
Many cases settle during mediation without going to trial, which saves time and emotional stress for families. However, building strong cases requires substantial preparation time for medical expert analysis, comprehensive damages calculation, and thorough evidence gathering. Our experienced cerebral palsy attorneys work efficiently while ensuring no crucial details are overlooked.
Do I pay legal fees upfront for cerebral palsy claims?
No, we operate on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning you only pay legal costs if we successfully secure compensation for your family.
Our No Win No Fee policy ensures families can access expert legal representation without upfront costs or financial risk. We cover all case expenses, including medical expert fees, court costs, and investigation expenses throughout your claim. This approach allows you to focus on your child’s care while we handle the legal complexities.
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