Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child with erb's palsy can have devastating consequences for families. If you suspect that medical negligence led to the brachial injury of your child at birth, you should contact an erb's Palsy law firm for a no-cost consultation.

An attorney will look over your case and determine the future medical costs to calculate your estimated case value. This will help establish the value of your claim in any settlement.

Causes

Erb's Palsy is caused when a bundle (the brachialplexus) of nerves in the neck is damaged. These nerves control arm, shoulder, and hand movements and sensation. Individuals who suffer from erb's palsy experience weakness, numbness or paralysis in one arm or shoulder.

This condition is caused by a number of medical mistakes made during the labor and delivery. This includes 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 spalsy can be prevented. Midwives, nurses, and doctors as well as other medical professionals, have a responsibility to ensure a high standard of care in the birthing room. They must ensure that the shoulders of the baby are delivered through the vaginal channel and that they don't become stuck or lodged into the mother's pelvic bones.

Researchers have suggested that the condition could be caused by contractions of the mother or the position of pregnant woman. However, these theories have not been proven. To be successful in a claim of medical malpractice, plaintiffs have to show that the doctor's omission from accepted practices caused the injury.

A birth injury lawyer can aid you if you believe that your child suffered an injury that could have been prevented, such as the erb's syndrome. A successful lawsuit could provide your family with financial compensation to pay for the medical expenses of your child as well as provide you with a sense of closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's Palsy is caused due to injuries to the brachialplexus which is a triad of nerves that run through the arm and shoulder. The nerves can be stretched or torn during an arduous delivery. This condition can cause weakness or paralysis of the affected arm. Doctors are accountable to diagnose the condition immediately.

The most frequent reason is childbirth difficulties. It usually happens when the fetus is larger than the normal size for vaginal birth, or when the baby's shoulders are stuck during the delivery. This is known as shoulder dystocia. It is one of the main risk factors for Erb's palsy.

If a physician uses excessive force or fails to recognize the shoulder dystocia, it may result in injury to the upper nerves of the brachial plexus. This causes Erb's Palsy. The doctor can be held accountable for any harm that results from negligence.

To successfully file a medical malpractice claim you must show that the doctor's deviation from a standard of practice caused your injuries. If your child suffers from Erb's Palsy the next step is to show that the doctor was negligent or acted in a way which caused injury to the upper Brachial Plexus nerves. This is a typical claim that could result in a significant amount of money and lifelong care for your child.

Treatment

In most cases, the sooner the condition is detected and treated the better the result. If the condition is not treated, it can cause permanent muscle tightening (contractures) and even partial or complete paralysis. The most common form of treatment is physical therapy, and sometimes surgery.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, investigates potential claims and lawsuits on behalf of children who have been diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury triggered by medical negligence during birth in the United States. We encourage families to schedule a free consultation and claim evaluation.

While nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals are trained to safely deliver babies, a number of complications can occur. A physician must act quickly to ensure the safety of the child and mother when these complications occur. Unfortunately, a few medical professionals fail to take this step.

When a birth is complicated, a physician may need to apply some force to help the baby move through the birth canal. This can cause the baby's nerves to be damaged in the event that the neck is accidentally stretched.

In addition to a physical exam doctors may also conduct various tests, including X-rays or ultrasounds to determine the severity of an injury and the extent to the extent that a nerve has been damaged. A doctor may also prescribe various medications to alleviate pain and discomfort, and physical or occupational therapy to restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for children suffering from Erb's Palsy can be quite high. A successful lawsuit can give a family to have the financial capacity to afford the care they require. An attorney who is knowledgeable in dealing with Erb's Palsy will increase the compensation that the family receives.

If a baby is diagnosed with Erb's systy it can impact all aspects of their life. It can prevent them from working, it may limit the amount time they can spend with their parents, and it can also cause emotional trauma.

Erb's palsy law claims may be claimed for the expense of treatment, loss of earnings and the impact that the injury will impact a child's capability to enjoy daily activities. It is also possible to claim for the suffering and pain caused by the injury and the compensation paid will reflect the severity of the injury.

A successful claim will demonstrate that the obstetrician or the hospital was negligent. This will be proven by demonstrating a departure from the accepted procedure, and resulting in the injury of your child. Every case is unique and it may take some time to settle a lawsuit for Erb's palsy. Families should seek out an attorney as soon as they can to avoid being late in filing a lawsuit. A lawsuit filed too late could be deemed to be time-barred by the Statute of Limitations.