Shareholder Dov Apfel publishes landmark Cerebral Palsy Article:
Asphyxia During Labor Can Cause Cerebral Palsy

October 11, 2006

A landmark law review article authored by JGL Shareholder, Dov Apfel, and published in the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, criticizes the self-serving litigation criteria adopted by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and asserts that these criteria were created for the sole purpose of minimizing a brain damaged child's chances of proving that his or her injuries were caused by asphyxia (a condition that results from decreased delivery of oxygen and blood flow to the baby) during labor or around the time of birth.  The article "Using a Differential Diagnosis to Prove that Intrapartum Asphyxia is a Significant Cause of Cerebral Palsy" is a comprehensive review of the worldwide literature. Mr. Apfel, who is recognized nationally and locally for his work as a teacher, author, and child advocate, hopes that judges, legislators, and the general public will discover the truth about the dangers of asphyxia during labor and around the time of birth and recognize the fact that it is a preventable cause of Cerebral Palsy. 

Families and lawyers throughout the United States routinely contact Mr. Apfel to help them investigate potential negligence claims involving children with Cerebral Palsy.  Mr. Apfel has participated in the litigation of obstetrical claims and cerebral palsy cases in Arkansas, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia. 

For further educational information about the causes of Cerebral Palsy and how it can be prevented, see Mr. Apfel's web site at www.birthinjuryinfo.com, or contact Mr. Apfel via phone at 240-553-1190 or e-mail at dapfel@jgllaw.com .