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Opinion  |  06:10:20
The impact of COVID-19 on charities helping people with cerebral palsy
The COVID-19 crisis has had a devastating effect on numerous aspects of the economy, and the charity sector is no exception. It is estimated that the sector has lost at least £4.5 billion in income as a consequence of the pandemic, so many charities have had to fall back on their reserves.
Uncategorised  |  19:05:20
Caring for children with cerebral palsy in the midst of the Covid-19 lockdown
Kerstin Scheel, partner in our Compensation Protection team, explains how the current lockdown is impacting upon those who need help to care for family members with cerebral palsy.
Uncategorised  |  05:02:20
RWK Goodman birth injury specialists represent young boy in £23 million action for negligent care to his mother
Our specialist birth injury team has represented a young boy in an action regarding negligent care provided to his mother at St Michael’s Hospital in Bristol.
Opinion  |  07:01:20
Is hydrotherapy for children with cerebral palsy really necessary? What the latest research and case law says
“Just because I like steak and chips, it doesn’t mean it’s good for me nor that someone else should pay for me to have it”. Surely this shouldn’t apply to hydrotherapy for children with cerebral palsy? According to some, it does. However Paul Rumley thinks the research, and case law, says otherwise.
Uncategorised  |  18:12:19
A ‘super’ Christmas campaign – how one charity is raising money for disabled children over the festive period
Kerstin Scheel from our Medical Negligence team looks at how Brainwave is helping to raise money for disabled children over the Christmas period.
Case Study  |  08:10:19
£4.8 million awarded for oxygen deprivation during birth
Paul Rumley acted for C, a 19 year old man who received insufficient oxygen to the brain around the time of his birth due to a 29 minute negligent delay in his delivery. His twin brother was born uninjured.
Opinion  |  04:10:19
What issues do children with cerebral palsy face when trying to gain access to mainstream education and EHC plans
Education is a vital part of any child's development, but if they have a disability like cerebral palsy accessing it can be difficult. Here Sarah White from our team explains how EHC plans can help kids get on in school and the challenges faced in obtaining them.
Opinion  |  04:10:19
Litigation – Experiences and views of parents of children who suffered brain injuries at birth
In the lead up to World CP day on 6 October 2019 we have taken some time to focus on the ‘Making a Contribution’ element of the ‘We Are Here’ campaign and to consider how we, as clinical negligence lawyers, can gain a better understanding of how parents of children with Cerebral Palsy feel about the litigation process. We want to ensure that we are aware of all the things that we can do to make the litigation process less stressful and to offer all the support that we can.
Opinion  |  04:10:19
Four ways play therapy can help kids with cerebral palsy
In the lead up to World Cerebral Palsy Day on 6 October 2019 we are taking some time to focus on the therapy available for children with cerebral palsy on a local level. We have found out about an inspirational and unique leisure facility nearby in Bristol, for children and young adults with disabilities called Gympanzees.
Opinion  |  03:10:19
Having a child with cerebral palsy – a personal perspective
With World Cerebral Palsy Day approaching, Sarah White relays the perspective of a family whose child has cerebral palsy.
Uncategorised  |  03:10:19
Five ways physiotherapy can make a difference to someone with cerebral palsy
World Cerebral Palsy Day is a great opportunity to focus the world’s attention on the millions of people affected by cerebral palsy and those who support them. Here, Abigail Ringer from our Medical Negligence team interviews Dr Heather Epps, Physiotherapist of Children’s Neuro Physio, who has made it her mission to enhance the lives of children affected by cerebral palsy through the provision of physiotherapy. Read on to discover five ways that physiotherapy can make a difference to individuals with cerebral palsy.
Uncategorised  |  02:10:19
What you need to know about World Cerebral Palsy Day
In advance of World Cerebral Palsy Day, an important date in the calendar to raise awareness of cerebral palsy and celebrate those who help people with the condition, we help you understand everything about the awareness event.
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