Every child needs a well-balanced diet to support their growth and development. If your child has cerebral palsy (CP), however, they’re likely to face challenges with chewing, swallowing and digesting. In fact, it’s estimated that as many as 93% of children with cerebral palsy have feeding difficulties, which makes it even more crucial that these […] The post What Foods Are Best for Kids With Cerebral Palsy? appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

All parents hope their children are born healthy, but sometimes, medical mistakes happen. Birth injuries like cerebral palsy can have a significant impact on a child’s motor skills, communication abilities and cognitive function, so it’s crucial to take early action and seek as many resources as possible to help your child live their life to […] The post Best Adaptive Equipment & Technology for Kids With Cerebral Palsy appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

Nonprofit organizations have the unique opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. Operation Smile is one organization making a widespread impact in communities across the globe by helping children and families avoid long-term health and social problems due to a lack of health care options. Keep reading to learn more about Operation Smile, […] The post Transforming Lives Through Smiles: The Power of Operation Smile appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

In recent years, advances in medical technology and prenatal screening have made it easier for pregnant women and their babies to have safe and healthy birth experiences. Thanks to modern advances like ultrasounds and fetal monitoring, doctors are now able to identify and prepare for many issues before birth that would have previously gone undetected. […] The post Scholarship Essay Contest Winner: How Medical Advancements Have Led to Fewer Birth Injuries appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

Infant mortality occurs when a baby dies anytime between birth and 1 year of age. Out of 227 world countries, the United States ranks 174 in infant mortality cases, making us in the top 25 percent of countries with the lowest infant mortality cases—but just barely. For every 1,000 births in the U.S, between 5 […] The post Why Is the U.S. Infant Mortality Rate <br>So High? appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

An estimated half a million American children and adults have some form of cerebral palsy (CP). Symptoms can range widely, from mild cases such as joint stiffness or a slight limp to severe cases that make it difficult (or impossible) for a person to walk, intellectual development challenges and seizures. Fortunately, medical technology and treatments […] The post College Students Discuss Innovated Cerebral Palsy Therapies appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

October 6th marked World Cerebral Palsy Day—a day where the global community came together to raise awareness for and celebrate those living (and thriving) with cerebral palsy (CP). Here at Brown Trial Firm, we think about children and adults with CP all year long because we represent these individuals in birth injury lawsuits all around […] The post Scholarship Essay Contest Winner: Innovative Cerebral Palsy Therapies & Activities appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

Wednesday, October 6th is World Cerebral Palsy Day. On this day, the cerebral palsy community comes together to raise awareness for and celebrate those living (and thriving) with cerebral palsy (CP). Here at Brown Trial Firm, we frequently represent individuals and families who have experienced a birth injury resulting in CP. With a little help […] The post Join Us in Celebrating World Cerebral Palsy Day appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more

The cause of autism has been a hot topic over the past several years. Theories abound, especially on the Internet. Unfortunately, many theories lack scientific basis. But, a study recently published in the American Journal of Perinatology suggests that complications during pregnancy and birth may play a role in causing autism. The article, “Association of […] The post Autism Linked to Complications During Pregnancy and Birth appeared first on Brown Trial Firm ..read more