Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child suffering from erb's systy can have devastating consequences for families. If you believe that medical negligence was the cause of the brachial injury of your child at birth, contact an erb's Palsy law firm for a free consultation.

An attorney will evaluate the case and determine the estimated value of the case by calculating the future medical expenses. This will help to establish your claim value for any settlement.

Causes

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

This condition can be caused by a number of medical mistakes made during birth and delivery. These include the use of forceps, a premature C-section or the use of a vacuum extractor to deliver an infant vaginally. However, a majority of cases of erb's spalsy can be prevented. Midwives, doctors, nurses and other medical professionals are held to an obligation to provide the highest standards of medical care in the delivery room. They must ensure the baby's shoulders are delivered via the vaginal artery and they do not become stuck or become lodged in the pelvic bone of a mother's.

Some researchers suggest that Erb's Palsy could be the result of maternal contractions or the positioning of a pregnant woman. However these theories have not been proved. Furthermore it is crucial to remember that in order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit plaintiffs must show that the doctor's deviation from accepted practice was a direct reason for their injuries.

If you believe your child suffered from a preventable Erb's Palsy injury, a birth trauma lawyer can help you pursue justice. 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 due to injury to the brachialplexus which is a network of nerves that run through the arm and shoulder. These nerves can get stretched or torn during an arduous delivery. This condition can cause weakness or paralysis of the affected arm. Doctors are accountable for diagnosing the condition as soon as is possible.

The most frequent cause is difficulties in childbirth. The most common cause is when the size of a fetus is greater than the normal vaginal delivery or when the shoulders of the baby get stuck during birth. This is known as shoulder dystocia, and it is one of the major risk factors for Erb's Palsy.

If a doctor puts too much pressure or fails in recognizing shoulder dystocia, it may result in injuries to the nerves of the upper part of the brachialplexus. Erb's spalsy is the result. The doctor is liable for any damage that is caused by negligence.

You must establish that your injuries were caused by the doctor's deviance from the accepted medical practice in order to win an action for medical negligence. For cases involving Erb's Palsy, you must prove that the doctor's action or failure to act led to your child suffering an injury to the upper brachial nerves. This is a very common claim, and can result in a large settlement and lifetime care for your child.

Treatment

In most cases, it is better to treat and diagnose the problem whenever possible. If the condition is not treated the condition could lead to permanent tightening of muscles (contractures) or even complete or partial paralysis. Surgery and sometimes physical therapy are the most commonly used treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, investigates potential claims and lawsuits on behalf of children diagnosed with abrachial plexus injury that was caused by medical negligence at birth in the United States. We encourage families to ask for an assessment of their claim and an appointment for a free consultation.

Despite the fact that nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies in a safe way complications can still occur. When complications do occur doctors must act immediately to ensure the safety of mother and child. Unfortunately certain health professionals are not doing so.

In the event of a complicated birth one may need to apply some force to help the baby move through the birth canal. While doing this they could accidentally stretch the neck of the baby, which may damage the nerves.

In addition to a physical examination, doctors may also conduct various tests, like X-rays and ultrasounds to determine the severity of an injury and the extent to which a nerve has been damaged. A doctor can prescribe a variety of medications to ease discomfort and pain as well as occupational or physical therapy to help restore mobility.

Compensation

The costs of medical treatment for a child with Erb's palsy is often expensive. A successful lawsuit may allow families to afford the care they require. An experienced Erb's lawyer will strive to maximize the amount of compensation a family could receive.

If a baby suffers from Erb's'Palsy', the condition can affect every aspect of their life. It can hinder them from working, and it can restrict the amount of time they can spend with their parents, and it can cause emotional trauma.

Erb's palsy law claims may be claimed for the expense of treatment, the loss of earnings and the effects that injuries affect a child's capacity to enjoy everyday activities. The claims can also be made for the pain and suffering resulting from the injury, and the compensation paid will reflect this.

A successful claim will demonstrate that the obstetrician was negligent. This will be proven by demonstrating that there was a departure from accepted practice and that this resulted in the injury to your child. Every case is unique and it could take a long time to settle an Erb's palsy lawsuit. It is essential that families consult a lawyer sooner rather than later to ensure that they don't have to miss the deadline for filing the lawsuit. A lawsuit filed late could be barred under the Statute of Limitations.