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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child with erb's palsy can have devastating effects on families. If you believe that medical negligence is the reason for your child's injury to his brachial cord at birth, you should contact an erb's Palsy law firm for an initial consultation for free.

An attorney will evaluate the case and calculate the estimated value of the case by calculating future medical costs. This will allow you to determine the value of your claim to a possible settlement.

Causes

Erb's Palsy is caused when a bundle (the brachialplexus) of nerves in the neck are damaged. These nerves control shoulder, arm, and hand movements and sensation. Patients with the condition experience weakness, numbness, or paralysis in one arm and shoulder.

This condition can be caused by a variety of medical errors made during the birthing process and. These include the use of forceps, a premature C-section or the use of an extractor vacuum to deliver an infant vaginally. However, a majority of cases of erb's palsy are completely preventable. Midwives, doctors, nurses and other medical professionals are held to the responsibility of maintaining the highest standards of medical care in the delivery room. They must ensure the baby's shoulders are delivered via the vaginal canal and they don't get stuck or entangled within the pelvic bone of the mother's.

Researchers have suggested that Erb's Palsy could be caused by contractions during pregnancy or the position of a pregnant woman. These theories have not yet been confirmed. In order to win a case for medical malpractice, plaintiffs must to show that the doctor's deviation from the accepted standard of care caused their injury.

If you think your child suffered from an preventable Erb's palsy-related injury, a birth injury lawyer can help you pursue justice. A successful lawsuit could award your family an amount of money to cover your child's medical expenses, and also provide you with closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's palsy is caused by damage to the brachialplexus, which is a network of nerves in the shoulder and arm. These nerves can become stretched or torn during an arduous delivery. This can lead to weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are accountable to identify the cause immediately.

The most common reason is childbirth difficulties. The problem is usually caused by a fetus's size is greater than what is expected for vaginal birth or when the baby's shoulders are snared during birth. This is called shoulder dystocia. It is one of the main risk factors for Erb's palsy.

If a doctor makes use of excessive force or fails to recognize the shoulder dystocia, it can cause injury to upper nerves in the brachial plexus. This can cause Erb's palsy. If the doctor's negligence was to blame and acted in a negligent manner, they could be held responsible for any permanent harm.

You must establish that your injuries were caused by the doctor's departure from the accepted medical practices to be able to win the case of medical malpractice. In the case where your child suffers from Erb's Palsy, it is necessary to prove that the doctor was negligent or acted in a manner that resulted in injury to the upper Brachial Plexus nerves. This is a very common claim, which can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime medical treatment for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of instances, it is best to recognize and treat the problem whenever possible. If the condition is not treated, it can develop into permanent muscle tightening (contractures) and can lead to total or partial paralysis. Surgery and sometimes physical therapy are the most common treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, studies potential lawsuits and claims on behalf of children diagnosed with brachial plexus injury caused by medical negligence in the birth in the United States. We encourage families to request an evaluation of their claim and a no-cost consultation.

Despite the fact that nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies in a safe way complications can arise. A physician must act quickly to ensure the safety both of the baby and mother in the event of complications. Unfortunately certain health professionals fail to do the right thing.

A doctor might need to use a certain amount force during a difficult delivery to help the baby through the birth canal. When doing this the doctor could accidentally stretch the neck of the baby, which may damage the nerves.

Doctors may employ a variety of tests, like X-rays and ultrasounds, as well as physical examinations to determine the severity of the injury and the extent of nerve damage. A doctor may prescribe medications to ease pain and discomfort as well as physical therapy or occupational therapy to restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for a child suffering from Erb's Palsy can be extremely expensive. A successful lawsuit can give families the financial resources to afford the medical treatment they require. An experienced Erb's lawyer will try to maximize the amount of compensation a family may receive.

If a baby is diagnosed with Erb's'Palsy', the condition can impact every aspect of their lives. It can prevent them from working and reduce the time they spend with their parents. It can also cause emotional distress.

Erb's Palsy Law claims can be made to cover the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings as well as the effects that injuries affect a child's ability to engage in daily activities. The settlement will also reflect the suffering and pain the injury has caused.

A successful case will prove that the obstetrician or the hospital was negligent. This is demonstrated by demonstrating a departure from the accepted procedure, and resulting in your child's injury. Each case is different and it can take a while to win an Erb's palsy lawsuit. It is important to contact a lawyer sooner rather than later to ensure they don't have to miss the deadline for filing an action. A lawsuit that is filed late may be barred by the Statute of Limitations.