Erb's Palsy Compensation

You may be eligible for compensation in the event of erb's paralysis to help your child get medical care, adaptive equipment and an education that is of the highest standard. Our legal team is specialized and works with families to determine the cost of care of their child's injuries.

Most birth injury lawsuits are settled out of court to avoid expensive jury trials. If a trial is needed, our attorneys will prepare your case for success.

Damages

Based on the severity of the injury, damages can include a full range of medical expenses, including past and future estimated costs. These damages may include money that is spent or to be used to pay for physical and occupational therapies, as well as any resulting mental services.

Parents are also entitled to compensation for their child's diminished enjoyment of life. The impact of Erb's palsy on a child may have a profound impact on their life quality and on the family as a whole. In many cases the disability could cause a significant loss of future earnings.

Additionally, children suffering from Erb's Palsy usually require specialized equipment and assistive devices to enable them to move around and live as independently as they can. They might require ongoing support and therapy. Finally, their parents may be afflicted with emotional stress due to the injury.

It is imperative to speak with a professional birth injury lawyer immediately you realize that your child could have suffered a brachial-plexus birth injury during labor and delivery. The lawyer will examine the case and gather evidence. This could include statements from witnesses, as well as written reports from experts on your child's case. After your legal team has gathered all of this information and has begun the process of settling your case out of court or bring your case to trial.

Time Limits

If your child is diagnosed with erb's palsy, you can receive compensation for medical expenses as well as physical therapy and other rehabilitation expenses. You should contact an Erb's Palsy Attorney as soon as you can to ensure that your claim is filed before the statute of limitation for your state.

A successful lawsuit may recover compensation to pay for hospital and medical expenses, lost wages and suffering and pain. Damages can also be repaid for the equipment your child needs to improve the functioning of their injured arm or shoulder such as the extension splint that is spring loaded.

The most frequent cause of Erb's palsy is a forceful birth, for example, with an unbalanced or breech baby. This can stretch the spine and damage the brachial nerves of one or both arms. Doctors should be able to recognize the presence of a very large infant or a breech posture and suggest a caesarean birth to prevent injuries during birth.

Other common causes of erb's spalsy injuries during delivery include a doctor not realizing the need for a caesarean section in a larger infant or a ruptured pregnancy, the failure to deliver a breech baby via C-section, or the use of excessive force to remove the head during a vaginal birth. Many of these medical mistakes could have been avoided, and families of children with erb's palsy should think about making a claim for compensation.

Medical Expenses

If a child suffers an injury to the brachial area that results in Erb's paralysis, it can impact their quality of life and result in discomfort, pain and lack of independence. In certain cases, if an injury leads to ongoing physiotherapy or other rehabilitation needs, including special equipment and home modifications, a compensation claim could be filed.

A OB/GYN may be held responsible for damages in an Erb’s palsy claim if medical error or negligence was the main cause of the birth injury. This could include failing to recognize the condition early enough so that the need for a Cesarean section could have been planned to prevent the problem, or it may be caused by excessive force being applied during labour and birth. This is particularly common in breech delivery where doctors might put much pressure on the baby's shoulders and head during the delivery.

Injuries to the brachial area that cause Erb's palsy can be very severe and impact a child's life for the rest of their lives. In some cases it could require a long-term physiotherapy or occupational therapy, or even surgery. This can lead to significant costs and make it difficult for families to afford. It is important to seek an Erb's palsy settlement. The money can be used to cover the costs of treatment and allow families to focus on providing the best possible care for their child.

Attorney Fees

If you're the parent of a child who has Erb's palsy, it's likely that your child will be faced with many medical expenses throughout his life. Our attorneys will fight to get the compensation you require to cover all expenses related to the birth injury, including the physical therapy your child receives and rehabilitative surgeries, medications and medical equipment. We can also help you obtain compensation for the pain and suffering of your child as well as the loss of enjoyment.

Newborns are at risk of developing Erb's palsy if they are forced to move too much during the birth process. This can happen during vaginal birth or C-section. This is more frequent in Breech births, and also when the baby's shoulders are stuck in the canal.

If this happens, the doctor may need to apply a lot of force to free the shoulders of the birth canal. This can stretch or tear the brachial plexus nerves, creating Erb's palsy.

It is crucial to file an Erb's Palsy lawsuit as soon as possible. In most cases, it is the best way to ensure that you receive the financial aid needed to pay for the treatment and care of your child. A skilled lawyer will ensure that your claim is filed on time and that all documentation are presented to the court. Our legal team will gather evidence and attorneys seek an expert opinion to prove that the injuries sustained by your child were caused by negligence.