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Settlement of a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

A settlement is a way to settle a medical malpractice lawsuit without going to trial. In the majority of instances, the plaintiff receives a lump sum of money from the defendants in order to compensate their expenses.

Compensation varies greatly based on your circumstances and the laws of your state. A knowledgeable erb's palsy lawyer can help you understand what your claim is worth.

Breech birth

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that transmits signals from the spinal cord to the elbow, shoulder, wrist and fingers. If the nerves are injured during childbirth, it might result in arm paralysis. Erb's Palsy is one type of brachial-plexus birth trauma that could be severe or mild. It affects upper nerves of the brachialplexus but it is not a major cause of motion in the lower arm.

Breech birth occurs when the feet of a newborn come out before its head. This can cause a baby's shoulders to become lodged in the birth canal during labor. In these cases doctors are often required to pull the baby's shoulders with vacuum tubes and forceps to get them out of the birth canal. This can result in nerve damage which can result in erb's palsy.

In less serious cases of erb's spalsy the upper nerves of the brachial plexus are stretched but do not tear. This condition is called neuropraxia. It should heal on its own within a few months. In more severe instances, the lower nerves in the brachial system may be damaged. These injuries are harder to recover from and could lead to formation of a neuroma (scar tissue) that presses on healthy nerve fibers and hinder recovery.

Gestational diabetes

Macrosomia may occur in the case of a pregnant mother who develops gestational diabetic. This occurs when the foetus converts excess glucose into fat, resulting in an extremely big baby. The babies of these families are more likely to develop shoulder dystocia, brachial plexus injuries and other birth traumas.

If doctors are treating pregnant women with gestational diabetic issues, they must monitor the fetus carefully for signs of macrosomia. This includes monitoring her blood sugar levels, giving her insulin, and giving birth to babies via C-section should it be necessary.

The role of the obstetrician in childbirth is to deliver the baby in a safe manner without causing harm to the mother or child. If the doctor causes Erb’s palsy, by putting too much pressure on a baby's shoulders or body, this could be medical negligence. The legal issues in this type of case usually revolve around what the healthcare professional should have done and if they breached their duty to act equitably in the circumstances. The victim may be entitled to compensation for medical bills or lost income, pain and suffering and mental anxiety. In order to begin a lawsuit it is recommended to schedule a consult with a seasoned lawyer.

Dystocia of the shoulder

In some cases the baby's shoulder may be snared by the pelvic bone of the mother during childbirth. This is called shoulder dystocia and can be a serious birth complications. If it damages the nerves that control the shoulder and arm and shoulder, it can result in Erb's palsy. In extreme cases, oxygen deprivation can be experienced during the delivery process.

Doctors are able to safely remove the baby from this position employing a variety of techniques. They can also perform a Csection under anesthesia, which is safer for the baby as well as the mother.

If the doctor applies too much force or tension on a baby's head during this process it could cause an injury to the brachial plexus. This is called a shoulder dystocia or an ailment of Erb's palsy known as brachial plexus birth palsy.

This condition causes an injury to the nerves connecting from the spine to the shoulder, arm and hand. It can cause permanent loss of feeling and muscle movement, or it may be temporary.

Cephalopelvic disproportion

CPD occurs when the baby's head is too large to fit into the pelvic canal of the mother during labor. This condition requires the use assisted delivery methods, such as vacuum extractors or forceps to facilitate vaginal deliveries. This type of delivery can cause serious injuries to mother and baby, such as Erb's palsy.

If a doctor suspects CPD they should administer drugs like Pitocin, to help the progress of labor. To prevent serious complications, they should be prepared to perform Cesarean sections, if needed.

Unfortunately, the true CPD isn't always diagnosed prior to the time that labor begins. If a physician notices that labor isn't progressing in the way they expected, they will examine the mother's pelvic bones and use tools such as ultrasounds and radiologic pelmetography. They should be looking for indications of CPD such as slow-growing thinning of cervix, or a lack dilation. If doctors fail to recognize CPD the child could be severely injured during the birth of a vaginal baby or be forced to undergo a Cesarean section.

Birth Trauma

A birth injury caused by medical negligence may have devastating effects on your child's future. It can prevent your child from participating in specific activities, like playing sports or using their hand. It could also have an emotional impact on your child.

A successful birth injury lawsuit could offer families the compensation they need to cover life-long care and treatment. It can also put pressure on doctors to ensure the safety of patients and follow the established procedures.

In some cases an injury to the brachial nerve can be caused by a doctor's mistakes or omissions during the delivery. The symptoms may include a loss of muscle movement particularly in the arm, shoulder wrist, hand and wrist. During a physical exam doctors will check for signs of nerve injury and diminished mobility in the area. They will often use a series of tests to identify the injury, such as electromyography. This test evaluates the electrical activity of muscles and may indicate nerve damage. In severe cases of the Erb's palsy the nerves are separated from their roots (a condition called Avulsion). This requires surgery to splice or graft healthy nerves to restore the ability to move.