Spastic Quadriplegia: What Is It and Why Does It Happen?

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a neurological condition caused by an injury to or abnormal development of the parts of the brain that control movement, resulting in lifelong motor and muscular disabilities. The injury is most common in utero but can occur during childbirth or shortly…

Vacuum Extraction And Subgaleal Hematoma

Approximately 5% (1 in 20) of all deliveries in the United States are operative vaginal deliveries. An operative vaginal delivery refers to a physician’s use of either forceps or a vacuum device when a woman’s labor has stalled. Over time, the rate of operative vaginal…

Ataxic Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy (CP) occurs in nearly 1 in every 500 births, making it is the most prevalent cause of motor function impairment. A disorder of movement, muscle tone or posture, CP is a neurological condition caused by brain damage which is usually suffered before, during…

Spastic Cerebral Palsy at Birth

Spastic cerebral palsy is a permanent loss of muscle control caused by an injury to the brain resulting from a variety of causes, one of which is a lack of oxygen to the baby during labor and delivery. Spastic CP is characterized by involuntary movement…

Understanding Cerebral Palsy

The childbirth process should be a joyous and memorable experience for all families; but, not when there is a birth injury or trauma. At The Yost Legal Group, we represent families who have suffered a serious birth trauma or birth injury. We are committed to raising…

Important Facts About Cerebral Palsy: Signs & Symptoms

Every year thousands of expectant parents and new born babies suffer birth injuries that might have been prevented. One of the most common birth injuries is cerebral palsy. At The Yost Legal Group, we want to help spread awareness about cerebral palsy by providing facts…