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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child with erb's palsy can have devastating consequences for families. If you believe that medical negligence caused your child's brachial injuries during birth, call an erb's Palsy law firm for a no-cost consultation.

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

Causes

Erb's syndrome is caused by damage to a nerve bundle near the neck (the brachial plexus). These nerves are responsible for arm, shoulder and hand movements as well as sensation. Erb's Palsy can cause weakness, numbness, or paralysis of the arm and shoulder.

This condition is caused by a variety of medical mistakes during the labor and delivery. This includes the use of forceps, a premature C-section, or a doctor using an extractor vacuum to deliver a baby vaginally. However, the majority of cases of erb's palsy are preventable. Midwives, doctors, nurses and doctors and other medical professionals, have a duty to ensure a high level of care in the birthing room. They must ensure that the baby's shoulders are delivered through the vaginal canal and that they do not get stuck or become lodged in the mother's pelvic bones.

Some researchers suggest that Erb's Palsy can be the result of contractions during pregnancy or the position of a pregnant woman. These theories haven't yet been proven. Furthermore, it is important to keep in mind that to win a medical malpractice lawsuit the plaintiffs must prove that the doctor's deviation from accepted practices was the primary cause of their injury.

A birth injury lawyer can aid you if you suspect that your child is suffering from an injury that could have been prevented, such as Erb's paralysis. A successful lawsuit could provide your family with financial compensation to help pay for the medical costs of your child and give you a sense closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's palsy is caused by injuries to the brachial plexus which is a nerve network in the shoulder and arm. These nerves can be stretched or torn due to the difficulty of delivering. Symptoms of this condition include weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are accountable for diagnosing the condition as soon as they can.

The most frequent reason is that there are difficulties during childbirth. This is typically the case when the size of the fetus exceeds than what is expected for vaginal birth or when the baby's shoulders get stuck during birth. This is called shoulder dystocia, and is an important risk factor for Erb's palsy.

If a doctor applies excessive force or fails in recognizing the shoulder dystocia, it could cause injury to upper nerves of the brachial plexus. This causes Erb's Palsy. The doctor can be held liable for any damage that results from negligence.

To successfully file a medical malpractice case you must show that the doctor's deviation from a standard of practice caused your injuries. For cases involving Erb's Palsy, you must prove that the doctor's actions or inactions caused your child to suffer an injury to the brachial plexus's upper nerves. This is a typical claim that could result in a large amount of money and lifelong care for your child.

Treatment

In most cases, it is better to recognize and treat the problem as soon as you can. If the condition is not treated, it can develop into permanent muscle tightening (contractures) and even partial or complete paralysis. Physical therapy and sometimes surgery are the most frequently used treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, a seasoned Erb's Palsy law firm, investigates possible lawsuits and claims on behalf of children diagnosed with abrachial plexus injury that was caused by medical negligence during birth in the United States. We encourage families to seek an evaluation of their claim and a no-cost consultation.

While doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies safely However, a variety of complications could arise. A physician must act quickly to ensure the safety of the mother and child when these complications occur. Unfortunately certain health professionals are not doing so.

During a complicated delivery medical professional may need to apply a certain amount of force to aid the baby move through the birth canal. This could cause the baby's nerves be damaged when the neck is accidentally stretched.

In addition to a physical exam, doctors may also conduct a variety of tests, such as Xrays or ultrasounds to determine the extent of an injury and the extent to the extent that a nerve has been damaged. A doctor might prescribe medications to ease pain and discomfort as well as physical therapy or occupational therapy to restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of medical treatments for children with Erb's palsy is often expensive. A successful lawsuit could allow families the financial resources to pay for the treatment that they need. An experienced Erb's lawyer will strive to maximize the amount of compensation a family can receive.

When a child is diagnosed with Erb's systy, it can affect every aspect of their lives. It could prevent the child from working, it can restrict the amount of time they can spend with their parents and it can cause emotional trauma.

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

A successful claim will show that the obstetrician, or the hospital was negligent. This can be demonstrated by proving a deviation from the accepted procedure, and that this directly resulted in your child's injury. Each case is unique, and it could take a while to be successful in a lawsuit against Erb's Palsy. Families should consult with an attorney as soon as they can to avoid not meeting the deadline to file an action. A lawsuit filed late may be barred under the Statute of Limitations.