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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child who has erb's paralysis can have devastating effects on families. If you suspect that medical negligence led to your child's brachial injury at birth, contact an erb's Palsy law firm for a free consultation.

An attorney will review your case and determine the future medical costs to calculate your estimated value for your case. This will allow you to determine the value of your claim to the possibility of settling.

Causes

Erb's Palsy is caused by damage to a bundle of nerves near the neck (the brachial plexus). These nerves are responsible for shoulder, arm and hand movements and sensation. Patients suffering from the condition experience weakness, numbness, or paralysis in one arm or shoulder.

This condition can be caused by a variety of medical errors during the labor and delivery. These include the use of forceps, a premature C-section, or a doctor using an extractor vacuum to deliver a baby vaginally. The majority of cases of Erb's psy can be prevented. Midwives, doctors, nurses and doctors as well as other medical professionals, are required to provide a high quality of care in the birthing room. They must ensure that the baby's shoulders are delivered through the vaginal canal and that they don't get stuck or lodged in the pelvic bones of the mother's.

Researchers have suggested that the condition may be caused by maternal contractions or the position of a pregnant woman. However, these theories have not been proved. In addition, it is important to note that to win a medical malpractice case, plaintiffs must demonstrate that the doctor's deviation from accepted practices was the primary cause of their injury.

If you think your child suffered from an preventable Erb's Palsy injury, a birth injury lawyer can help you seek justice. A successful lawsuit can provide your family with financial compensation to help pay for your child's medical expenses and give you a sense closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's Palsy is caused by injury to the brachialplexus which is a network or nerves that run through the arm and shoulder. These nerves may be stretched or strained by the difficulty of delivering. The signs of this condition include weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are responsible for properly diagnosing this condition as quickly as they can.

Problems with childbirth are the most frequent cause of this problem. It usually happens when the fetus's size is greater than the normal size for vaginal birth, or when the baby's shoulders are stuck during delivery. This is known as shoulder dystocia and is one of the main risk factors for causing Erb's Palsy.

When a doctor uses excessive force or fails in recognizing the shoulder dystocia it can cause injury to the upper nerves in the brachial plexus. Erb's palsy can result. If the doctor's negligence was to blame and acted in a negligent manner, they could be held responsible for any damage that may be permanent.

You must demonstrate that your injuries were caused by the doctor's departure from the accepted medical practice to win the case of medical malpractice. If your child suffers from Erb's palsy it is essential to prove that the doctor was negligent or acted in a way which caused injury to the upper Brachial Plexus nerves. This is a very common claim, and can result in a large settlement and a lifetime of treatment for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of cases, the earlier the condition is identified and treated the better the result. If left untreated the condition can progress to a permanent tightening of muscles (contractures) or even complete or partial paralysis. Surgery and physical therapy are the most common treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, a seasoned Erb's Palsy law firm, studies possible lawsuits and claims on behalf of children diagnosed with brachial plexus injury caused due to medical negligence during the birth in the United States. We encourage families to seek a free consultation and assessment of their claim.

While doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies safely however, complications can arise. The physician must take action quickly to ensure the safety of the baby and mother when these complications occur. Unfortunately certain medical professionals fail to do the right thing.

A physician may have to apply a certain amount of force during a difficult delivery to aid the baby in the birth canal. This can cause the baby's nerves be damaged when the neck is accidentally stretched.

In addition to a physical exam doctors may also perform various tests, including X-rays or ultrasounds to determine the extent of an injury and the extent to the extent a nerve has been damaged. Doctors may prescribe a variety of medications to ease pain and discomfort, and occupational or physical therapy to help restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for children suffering with Erb's 'Palsy' can be extremely expensive. A successful lawsuit may allow families to afford the treatment they require. An experienced Erb's palsy lawyer will try to maximize the amount of compensation a family may receive.

If a baby is diagnosed with Erb's Palsy, it can affect all aspects of their lives. It can prevent their ability to work, it could limit the amount of time they spend with their parents and it can cause emotional trauma.

Erb's palsy law claims may be made for the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings and the impact that the injury could have on a child's ability to enjoy daily activities. The compensation will also reflect the pain and suffering that the injury has caused.

A successful claim will show that the doctor was negligent. This will be proven by demonstrating that there was an error in the standard of care and that the deviation resulted in the injury of your child. Every case is unique, and it may take a long time to settle an Erb's palsy lawsuit. It is imperative that families contact an attorney earlier rather than later to ensure they do not miss the deadline to file a lawsuit. A lawsuit filed too late may be time barred by the Statute of Limitations.