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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child diagnosed with Erb's 'Palsy' can have devastating effects for families. If you suspect that medical negligence is the reason for your child's injury to his brachial cord during birth, contact a erb's Palsy law firm for free consultation.

An attorney will look over your case and determine the future medical costs to calculate your estimated case value. This will allow you determine the value of your claim and potential settlement.

Causes

Erb's palsy is caused by damage to a nerve bundle close to the neck (the brachial plexus). These nerves control shoulder, arm and hand movements and sensation. Erb's palsy causes weakness, numbness, or paralysis of the shoulder and arm.

This condition could result from a variety of medical errors during labor and delivery such as forceps use or a C-section that was performed too early, or a physician misusing a vacuum extractor during vaginal birth. However, the majority of cases of erb's palsy are preventable. Doctors, nurses, midwives and other medical professionals are held to the responsibility of maintaining the highest standards of medical care in the birth room. They must ensure that the shoulders of the baby are delivered via the vaginal canal and do not get stuck or entangled in the mother's pelvic bones.

Researchers have suggested that the condition could be caused by contractions of the mother or the position of a pregnant women. These theories have not yet been proved. To win a case of medical malpractice, plaintiffs need to show that the doctor's deviation from the accepted standard of care caused the injury.

A birth injury lawyer can help you if you believe that your child has suffered from a preventable injury such as the erb's syndrome. A successful lawsuit could grant your family financial compensation for your child's medical costs and give you closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's palsy is caused by damage to the brachial nerve which is a nerve network in the shoulder and arm. The nerves could be stretched or strained by the difficulty of delivering. This condition can cause weakness or paralysis of the affected arm. Doctors are responsible for diagnosing this condition as quickly as possible.

The most frequent reason is childbirth difficulties. This problem usually occurs when 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 known as shoulder dystocia. It is one of the main risk factors for Erb's palsy.

If a doctor uses excessive pressure or fails to recognize shoulder dystocia, it may result in injuries to the upper nerves of the brachialplexus. Erb's palsy can result. If the doctor's negligence was to blame and acted in a negligent manner, they could be held accountable for any lasting damage.

To be able to win a medical malpractice case it is necessary to prove that the doctor's deviance from a standard of practice caused your injuries. In the case of Erb's Palsy, you must demonstrate that the doctor's actions or inactions caused your child to suffer an injury to the brachial plexus's upper nerves. This is a very common claim that can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime treatment for your child.

Treatment

In most cases, the sooner the condition is detected and treated the better the result. Untreated, the condition can develop into permanent muscle tightening (contractures) or even total or partial paralysis. Surgery and sometimes physical therapy are the most frequently used treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, is investigating potential lawsuits and claims on behalf of children diagnosed with a brachial injury by medical negligence in the birth in the United States. We encourage families to ask for an evaluation of their claim as well as an appointment for a free consultation.

Despite the fact that doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals have been trained to deliver babies in a safe way, complications can occur. A physician must act quickly to ensure the safety both of the baby and mother in the event of complications. Unfortunately, many health care professionals are not able to do this.

When a birth is complicated the doctor may have to apply a certain amount of force to assist the baby move through the birth canal. In doing so, he or she could accidentally stretch the neck of the baby which could cause damage to the nerves.

Doctors may utilize a variety tests, such as X-rays and ultrasounds, in addition to physical examinations to determine the severity of the injury and the extent of nerve damage. Doctors may prescribe medications to ease discomfort and pain as well as physical therapy or occupational therapy to restore motion.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for a child suffering from Erb's Palsy may be quite high. A successful lawsuit could give families the financial resources to pay for the medical treatment they require. A lawyer who is experienced in dealing with Erb's Palsy will increase the amount of compensation families receive.

If a baby is diagnosed with Erb's Palsy, it can affect every aspect of their lives. It can prevent them from working, and it may limit the amount time they can spend with their parents, and it can also trigger emotional trauma.

Erb's Law claims can be used to pay for the cost of treatment, loss of earnings, and the impact the injury will have on a child's daily activities. Also, claims can be made to compensate for the suffering and pain caused by the injury. The amount paid will reflect this.

A successful lawsuit will prove that the doctor was negligent. This will be demonstrated by demonstrating that there was an error in the standard of care and that the deviation resulted in injury to your child. Each case is unique, and it can take a long time to win a lawsuit for Erb's palsy. It is important that families contact a lawyer sooner rather than later to ensure that they do not be late in filing an action. If a lawsuit is filed late, it may be time barred by the Statute of Limitations.