Did your child suffer an HIE birth injury that caused cerebral palsy? Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy
is a brain injury that can occur during or shortly after birth when blood flow or oxygen to the brain is
blocked during a difficult labor or delivery. When blood or oxygen flow is denied to the newborn,
serious conditions can result, including cerebral palsy.
Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects muscle coordination, mobility, balance, and
learning. Severity varies, and it often follows a birth injury to the brain.
Status
Open for Submissions
Free case evaluation · no upfront cost
Who May Qualify
HIE / cerebral palsy families
a child with an HIE birth injury later diagnosed with cerebral palsy
Estimated Payout
Varies by case
Proof Required
Yes
medical records, hospital documentation, and diagnosis history
Cerebral palsy results from disrupted brain development. It can be linked to infant head injuries,
maternal infection during pregnancy, or birth injury. HIE is one of the known causes of cerebral palsy.
• Forceps, clamps, or vacuum pump use that can place pressure on a baby’s head
• Adverse reactions to Pitocin used to speed up labor
• Brain bleeding or hemorrhages from fetal distress when a baby is stuck too long in the birth
canal
• Oxygen deprivation for too long leading to brain damage
• Blood pressure fluctuations
• Placental abruption causing bleeding, shock, and brain damage or death
Once diagnosed, cerebral palsy is lifelong. Medical care and therapies help maximize quality of life.
Possible effects include:
• Learning disabilities, delayed development, seizures
• Vision, hearing, and speech issues
• Dental problems, drooling, incontinence
• Spinal deformities, osteoarthritis, pain
• Sensory processing issues, recurrent infections
• Anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges
Families also face significant long term financial costs for treatment, therapy, and accommodations.
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Status
Open for Submissions
Free case evaluation · no upfront cost
Investigation
Birth Injuries — HIE — Cerebral Palsy
Location
All U.S. states
Who May Qualify
Families whose child suffered an HIE birth injury and later received a cerebral palsy diagnosis
Estimated Payout
Varies by case and documentation
Proof
Yes
Medical records, hospital documentation, and diagnosis history
Cost to Participate
No upfront cost for evaluation
Notes
Evaluation reviews labor records, fetal monitoring, hypoxia timing, and resulting neurological outcomes