Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child suffering from erb's syndrome can have devastating consequences for families. If you believe that medical negligence led to your child's injury to his brachial cord during birth, contact a erb's Palsy law firm for a free consultation.

An attorney will look over the case and estimate the value of the case by calculating the future medical expenses. This will assist in determining the value of your claim for an eventual settlement.

Causes

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

This condition could be the result of various medical mistakes during labor and delivery, including forceps use or a C-section that was performed too soon or a doctor not using a vacuum extractor properly during a vaginal birth. However, a majority of cases of erb's syndrome are preventable. Midwives, doctors, nurses and doctors as well as other medical professionals, have a duty to maintain a high level of care in the room where babies are born. They must ensure the baby's shoulders are delivered through the vaginal artery and they don't become stuck or get lodged within the pelvic bone of the mother's.

Researchers have suggested that Erb's Palsy could be caused by contractions during pregnancy or the position of a pregnant woman. These theories haven't been proved. Furthermore it is important to remember that to prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit plaintiffs must prove that the doctor's departure from accepted practice was a direct reason for their injuries.

A birth injury lawyer can help you if you believe that your child suffered a preventable injury such as the erb's syndrome. A successful lawsuit may 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 brachialplexus which is a system of nerves that run through the shoulder and arm. These nerves can get stretched or torn during a challenging delivery. This can lead to weakness or paralysis of the affected arm. Doctors are responsible for diagnosing the condition as fast as is feasible.

Problems with childbirth are the most frequent reason for this. It is usually caused when the fetus's size is greater than the normal size for vaginal birth, or when the baby's shoulders get stuck during the delivery. This is known as shoulder dystocia, and it is one of the main risk factors for causing Erb's Palsy.

If a doctor makes use of excessive force or fails to identify the shoulder dystocia, it can result in injury to the upper nerves of the brachial plexus. Erb's palsy can result. The doctor can be held responsible 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 a case for medical malpractice. In the case where your child suffers from the condition Erb's - the next step is to show that the doctor was negligent or acted in a way that caused the injury to the upper Brachial Plexus nerves. This is a very common claim, and can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime care for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of cases, the earlier the condition is identified and treated the better the outcome. If the condition is not treated the condition could lead to a permanent tightening of muscles (contractures) or even complete or partial paralysis. The most common form of treatment is physical therapy, and sometimes, surgery.

Marc J. Bern & Partners, a seasoned Erb's Palsy law firm, investigates potential claims and lawsuits on behalf of children diagnosed with a brachial injury by medical negligence during birth in the United States. We encourage families to schedule a free consultation and assessment of their claim.

While nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies safely However, a variety of complications may arise. If these complications arise doctors must take action quickly to ensure the safety of the mother and child. Unfortunately, a few medical professionals fail to take this step.

When a birth is complicated, a physician may need to apply some force to assist the baby move through the birth canal. This can cause the baby's nerves be damaged in the event that the neck gets stretched.

In addition to a physical examination doctors may also perform a variety of tests, including X-rays or ultrasounds to determine the extent of an injury and the extent to which a nerve is damaged. A doctor may also prescribe various medications to help ease pain and discomfort, as well as physical or occupational therapy to restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for a child who suffers with Erb's 'Palsy' can be extremely costly. A successful lawsuit could give families the financial resources to afford the treatment that they need. An experienced lawyer from Erb's Palsy will work to maximize the amount of compensation that a family will receive.

If a child is diagnosed with Erb's Palsy, it can impact all aspects of their lives. It could prevent the child from working, it may limit the amount time they spend with their parents, and it can cause emotional trauma.

Erb's Palsy Law claims can be made for the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings, and the impact that the injury will have on a child's ability to participate in everyday activities. The compensation will also reflect the suffering and pain the injury has caused.

A successful case will prove that the obstetrician, or the hospital was negligent. This is demonstrated by proving a deviation from the accepted practice, and resulting in the injury of your child. Each case is unique, and it could take a while to settle a lawsuit for Erb's palsy. It is important that families speak with a lawyer sooner rather than later to ensure they do not run out of time to file the lawsuit. A lawsuit filed after the deadline could be barred by the Statute of Limitations.