Compensation
Compensation in infant seizure cases covers economic and noneconomic losses, including:
Keep in mind that Kansas law sets a cap on non-economic damages. Damages that lack an economic component are non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. The current cap is set at $350,000. There is, however, no cap on the economic damages a plaintiff may seek.
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Understanding Infant Seizures
There are several different types of infant seizures, each with its own characteristics and symptoms. There is also overlap between some of the categories. In every case, seizures are concerning events that need medical attention.
Partial Seizures
Partial seizures come about due to electrical discharges in only one area of the brain. They can be either simple or complex. Simple partial seizures are characterized by partial body rigidity, which is most often isolated to one area or group of muscles. Infants do not lose consciousness when having a simple partial seizure.
Complex partial seizures, on the other hand, impact larger areas of the brain than simple partial seizures, leading to different symptoms and effects. Infants having complex partial seizures might suddenly cease all activity and put on a blank stare before seizing. In most cases, their actions are chaotic and confused.
Generalized Seizures
Generalized seizures impact both hemispheres of the brain and eventually lead to a loss of consciousness. The most common type of generalized seizure is a grand mal seizure, which is defined by a stiffening of the muscles throughout the body and a loss of consciousness. Infants may also experience trouble breathing and begin drooling.
Petit mal seizures cause infants to abruptly lose consciousness or awareness for a brief moment and then snap out of it. During the seizure, the infant will become unresponsive to stimuli and appear to be staring off into the distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our team receives many questions about infant seizure cases. Here are answers to some of the most common questions.
How long do I have to seek compensation for losses associated with infant seizure?
Infant seizure cases must be pursued within two years of the negligent act. In cases of infant seizure, the harm done may not become apparent until days, months, or longer after the negligence. In these cases, the statute of limitations does not begin until the seizures are discovered or should have been discovered. That said, there is an overall time limit of four years from the date of the injurious event.
For minors, however, an exception exists. The exception provides minors with an extended statute of limitations that does not begin running until their 18th birthday. After turning 18, minors then have two years to take action.
Can I afford an infant seizure lawyer?
Yes. Payment for your lawyer’s fees comes from the settlement or verdict. If your attorney recovers nothing, you owe nothing. This means your infant seizure lawyer in Kansas will get started on your case without any upfront payments. They will also cover the costs of the claim or lawsuit until the case has concluded.
How much compensation will I get for an infant seizure claim?
Your compensation total will depend on the extent of the losses involved as well as the experience of your infant seizure lawyer in Kansas. Palmer Law fights for maximum compensation all the way through trial if necessary. You can rely on our team to look after your financial interests at every step of the process..
Should I be communicating with the doctors or nurses involved in my case?
During the compensation process, it is best to refrain from speaking with the health care professional who played a role in your case. It is equally important to avoid communicating with the medical malpractice insurance adjusters handling your case. They want nothing more than to pay as little compensation as possible.
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Take a Step Toward Compensation
Infant seizures are frightening, painful, and all too common. Sadly, many cases of infant seizure are preventable and come about due to medical malpractice. When this is the case, the victims may pursue significant compensation for their losses.
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