Cerebral Palsy Claims - Establishing Liability & Quantifying Loss

Introduction

Are you involved in clinical negligence cases related to cerebral palsy? Understanding how to prove liability and accurately quantify loss is crucial but complex. Our expert-led webinar breaks down these challenges so you can approach each case with confidence.

This webinar explores key aspects of cerebral palsy claims, from breach of duty and causation to the timing of settlement, use of periodical payments and life expectancy.

Designed for those involved in bringing or defending cases involving cerebral palsy following clinical negligence, this webinar will provide you with insights into the strategic use of witness evidence, medical records, and expert testimony to build stronger cases.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Use of witness evidence and medical records to establish the factual nexus of the case
• Appropriate questions for obstetricians and midwives dealing with breach of duty
• Understanding neuroradiology and the use of MRI scans for causation
• The significance of neonatological investigation as to signs of brain injury soon after birth
• Quantum issues and the likely need for experts in fields such as paediatric neurology, educational psychology, care/OT, physiotherapy and accommodation
• Mental capacity and the need for and use of deputyship evidence
• Life expectancy and the expert evidence needed to determine it

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Thursday 24th September 2026

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