Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child who has erb's paralysis can have devastating consequences for families. If you believe that medical negligence is the reason for your child's injury to his brachial cord at birth, contact an erb's Palsy law firm for free consultation.

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

Causes

Erb's palsy is caused due to damage to a nerve bundle near the neck (the brachial plexus). These nerves are responsible for shoulder, arm and hand movement and sensation. Individuals who suffer from the condition experience weakness, numbness or paralysis in one arm or shoulder.

The condition can be caused by a variety of medical mistakes made during birth and delivery. These include the use of forceps, a premature C-section or a doctor using an extractor vacuum to deliver an infant vaginally. The majority of cases of Erb's palsy can be avoided. Midwives, doctors, nurses and doctors, as well as other medical professionals, have a duty to ensure a high level of care in the birthing area. They must ensure that the baby's shoulders are delivered via the vaginal canal, and ensure that they do not get stuck or get lodged within the pelvic bone of the mother's.

Researchers have suggested that Erb's ailment may be caused by contractions in the mother or the position of pregnant women. These theories have not yet been proven. In addition, it is important to remember that to prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit plaintiffs must prove that the doctor's departure from accepted practices was the primary cause of their injury.

If you suspect that your child suffered from a preventable erb's-palsy injury, a birth trauma lawyer can help you pursue justice. A successful lawsuit can award your family an amount of money to cover your child's medical costs and give you closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's Palsy is caused by an injury to the brachial system which is a network of nerves in the arm and shoulder. These nerves can become stretched or torn during a challenging delivery. The symptoms of this condition are weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors have a responsibility to identify the cause immediately.

The most frequent reason is that there are difficulties during childbirth. This problem usually occurs when the size of a fetus is greater than what is expected for vaginal birth or when the baby's shoulders get stuck during birth. This is known as shoulder dystocia. It is one of the main risk factors for Erb's palsy.

When a doctor uses excessive force or fails in recognizing the shoulder dystocia it can cause injury to upper nerves of the brachial plexus. Erb's Palsy results. The doctor is liable for any damage that results from negligence.

In order to successfully file a medical malpractice case, you must prove that the doctor's deviance from a standard of practice caused your injuries. For cases involving Erb's palsy, you need to show that the doctor's actions or inaction led to your child suffering an injury to the brachial plexus's upper nerves. This is a fairly common claim, and can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime medical treatment for your child.

Treatment

In most cases, the sooner the condition is recognized and treated, the better the outcome. If left untreated the condition can lead into permanent tightening muscles (contractures) or even complete or partial paralysis. Surgery and physical therapy are the most frequently used treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, examines possible 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 seek an initial consultation and assessment of their claim.

Despite the fact that nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals have been trained to deliver babies in a safe and secure manner, complications can occur. If complications arise doctors must act immediately to ensure the safety of mother and child. Unfortunately, some health professionals do not do so.

A doctor might have to apply a certain amount of force during a difficult delivery in order to help the baby through the birth canal. This could cause the baby's nerves to be damaged if the neck is accidentally stretched.

In addition to a physical exam doctors may also perform various 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 alleviate discomfort and pain as well as physical therapy or occupational therapy to restore motion.

Compensation

The cost of medical treatments for a child with Erb's palsy is often expensive. A successful lawsuit could allow a family to have the financial capacity to afford the treatment that they need. An attorney who is knowledgeable in the field of Erb's Psy will maximize the amount of compensation a family receives.

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

Erb's palsy Law claims may be used to pay for the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings, as well as the effects the injury will have on a child's daily activities. The settlement will also reflect the pain and suffering that the injury has caused.

A successful case will show that the Obstetrician was negligent. This will be demonstrated by proving that there was an infraction to the accepted procedure and that this proximately resulted in the injury of your child. Every case is unique and it could take a long time to win an Erb's-Palsy lawsuit. It is important to contact an attorney earlier rather than later to ensure that they don't run out of time to file a lawsuit. If a lawsuit is filed late, it could be barred by the Statute of Limitations.