Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child suffering from erb's systy can have devastating consequences for families. If you believe that medical negligence led to the brachial injury of your child during birth, call an erb's Palsy law firm for free consultation.

An attorney will evaluate your case and determine the future medical costs to determine the estimated value of your case. This will allow you to determine the value of your claim in a possible settlement.

Causes

Erb's palsy is caused by damage to a nerve bundle close to the neck (the brachial plexus). These nerves are responsible for shoulder, arm and hand movement as well as sensation. Patients suffering from Erb's palsy may experience weakness, numbness or paralysis in one arm or shoulder.

This condition may result from various medical mistakes during labor and delivery such as forceps use, a C-section performed too early or a doctor using a vacuum extractor improperly during a vaginal birth. The majority of cases of Erb's palsy can be avoided. Midwives, doctors, nurses and doctors along with other medical professionals, have a duty to ensure a high standard of care in the room where babies are born. They must ensure that the baby's shoulders are delivered through vaginal canal and that they do not become stuck or lodged into the mother's pelvic bones.

Some researchers suggest that Erb's palsy can be the result of contractions in the mother or the position of a pregnant woman. However, these theories have not been proven. To be successful in a claim of medical malpractice, the plaintiffs have to show that the doctor's omission from accepted practice caused their injury.

A birth injury lawyer can assist you if you believe that your child has suffered from an injury that is preventable, like the erb's syndrome. A successful lawsuit could award your family an amount of money to cover your child's medical expenses and provide you with 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. The symptoms of this condition are weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are required to properly diagnose this condition as soon as possible.

The most frequent reason is that there are difficulties during childbirth. This problem usually occurs when the size of the fetus exceeds than the normal vaginal delivery or when the baby's shoulders become stuck during birth. This is known as shoulder dystocia, and is a major risk factor for Erb's palsy.

If a physician uses excessive force or fails in recognizing the shoulder dystocia, it could cause injury to the upper nerves of the brachial plexus. This can cause Erb's palsy. If the doctor's negligence caused the condition, he or she can be held accountable for any damage that may be permanent.

You must prove that your injuries are caused by the doctor's deviance from accepted medical practice to win the case of medical malpractice. In the case where your child suffers from Erb's palsy and you want to prove that the doctor oys.a was negligent or acted in a manner that caused injury to the upper Brachial Plexus nerves. This is a very common claim, and can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime medical treatment for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of cases, sooner the condition is recognized and treated the better the outcome. If not treated, the condition may develop into permanent muscle tightening (contractures) or even total or partial paralysis. Physical therapy and sometimes surgery are the most popular treatments.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, an experienced Erb's Palsy law firm, investigates possible lawsuits and claims on behalf of children diagnosed with brachial plexus injury caused by medical negligence in the birth in the United States. We urge families to request a free consultation and assessment of their claim.

Despite the fact that doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies in a safe way complications can still occur. A physician must act quickly to ensure the safety both of the mother and child when these complications occur. Unfortunately certain health professionals do not do this.

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

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

Compensation

The cost of treatment for children suffering with Erb's 'Palsy' can be very high. A successful lawsuit may allow families to pay for the treatment they require. An experienced Erb's lawyer will strive to maximize the amount of compensation a family could receive.

When a baby has Erb's Palsy, the condition can affect every aspect of their lives. It could prevent their ability to work, it can limit the amount of time they can spend with their parents and it can also trigger emotional trauma.

Erb's Palsy Law claims can be made for the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings and effect that the injury will impact a child's capability to enjoy daily activities. The amount of compensation will also reflect the suffering and pain the injury has caused.

A successful case will show that the obstetrician was negligent. This can be proved by proving deviation from the norm and that this resulted in injury to your child. Each case is unique, and it could take a while to settle a case for Erb's Palsy. It is imperative that families contact an attorney sooner rather than later to ensure they don't have to miss the deadline for filing the lawsuit. If a lawsuit is filed late, it could be barred by the Statute of Limitations.