Erb's Palsy Litigation

Children suffering from Erb's palsy may receive compensation for future medical expenses and treatment. These funds can help families cope emotionally with the trauma of birth.

Your lawyer will scrutinize your medical documents to determine the merits of your case. The lawsuit will be filed and defendants have 30 days to respond.

Medical records

If a child is suffering from Erb's palsy, it can be devastating for their families. The condition can cause swelling, pain and disability that may affect a child's ability to use their hands for basic functions like playing sports or even buttoning their shirt. An experienced Erb's Palsy lawyer will help families get compensation for their losses.

The first step to filing a claim for medical negligence is to gather evidence of negligence. This includes medical documents and witness statements. Your attorney will look over the documents and may have to consult experts in obstetrics or anesthesia, and orthopedic surgery. Experts will give their opinion on whether the Erb's Palsy in your child is due to an error in medical treatment or natural cause.

Erb's palsy can be caused by many factors. Most often, doctors uses too much force during labor and delivery. This can cause stretching or tears to brachial nerves, causing the condition. There are a variety of techniques doctors can employ to avoid this. It is recommended to speak with an attorney as soon as your child was diagnosed with this birth defect. The benefits of a successful claim can help pay for the medical bills of your child as well as other expenses associated with the injury. This can reduce the financial burden of your child and improve their quality of life.

Expert Witness Reports

An expert medical will be required to evaluate your Erb's palsy case. They will give their opinion about what caused the injury, and whether or not it was due to negligence by a doctor. The expert will also help you determine the extent of your injuries and how they may affect your future.

Erb's Palsy can be caused by birth trauma to the brachial plexus. This occurs more often during vaginal births but can also occur during c-sections. The injury usually occurs when doctors must move a baby's shoulders to facilitate the delivery. The process can pull or tear the nerves in the armpit, causing long-term damage.

The injury may be corrected by surgery, but it can cause complications. Children who suffer from this condition might not be able to raise their hands or use their arms. This can be detrimental to their quality of living and can hinder them from participating in sports or performing everyday tasks. Certain people might benefit from muscle transfers. These are when surgeons implant stronger tendons or muscles to help weaker ones.

If you file a claim, your lawyer will gather as much evidence as is possible and send it to defendants' attorneys. The defendants will then have 30 days to respond to your claim. After this the court will then schedule your Erb's Palsy lawsuit for attorneys trial.

Documentation

Families can seek compensation for the harm their children sustained through filing a lawsuit for Erb's Psy. In addition, they can prevent future medical errors by holding the parties responsible accountable. Our lawyers have the expertise and resources to fully investigate your child's case and determine whether the negligence of a medical professional led to a brachial plexus injury.

One of the most common instances of medical malpractice that causes Erb's Palsy is when a doctor puts too hard on a baby's head neck, arms, or shoulders during labor and delivery. This could be due to the incorrect use of vacuum extractors. It could also be the result of a long labor that causes stress to the baby's head and shoulders.

Some babies suffering from Erb's palsy recover completely and can move their arms again. However, some babies have permanent nerve damage and be disabled for the remainder of their lives. Thankfully, the majority of cases of Erb's paralysis are preventable and result of medical mistakes during labor and delivery.

After the medical records and other evidence is collected, our attorneys will file a lawsuit against the defendants, which are typically the hospital or doctor that was involved in your child's birth. Once the lawsuit has been filed, the process of discovery will begin. This includes depositions and additional medical records. Expert opinions are also included. The majority of Erb's palsy lawsuits result in settlements, but we're ready to take your case all the way through trial if needed.

Trial preparation

The final step to pursue compensation for brachial-plexus injuries suffered by children is to present arguments before a jury or judge. Your Erb's lawyer will try to prove that the healthcare professional did not behave in a reasonable manner under a particular situation, while the defendant's attorneys will try to convince the judge or jury that the healthcare professional acted in a reasonable manner.

Typically, the parties will reach a settlement before trial. This is done to satisfy the interests of both sides and bring the lawsuit to a close. The lawsuit will end when the plaintiffs receive a lump sum of money. The amount of the compensation is contingent upon the severity of the injury and how much medical treatment is needed in the future.

Families with children suffering from brachial-plexus injuries are often unable to pay for the expenses. Financial compensation from an Erb's palsy lawsuit can aid families in paying for the costs they could incur in order to treat their children's condition. It may also cover lost wages, if the injury affects a child's future ability to work. It can also help to ease the emotional and physical stress of living with a life-altering birth injury. An experienced Erb's palsy attorney will assist families in pursuing the compensation they deserve.