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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child suffering from erb's systy can have devastating effects on families. If you think that medical negligence caused your child's injury to his brachial cord during birth, call an erb's Palsy law firm for a no-cost consultation.

An attorney will review the case and determine the estimated value of the case by calculating future medical expenses. This will help determine the value of your claim for a potential settlement.

Causes

Erb's palsy is caused by the bundle (the brachialplexus) of nerves in the neck gets damaged. These nerves control arm, shoulder and hand movements, as well as sensation. Patients with the condition experience weakness, numbness or paralysis in one arm and shoulder.

This condition is caused by a variety of medical errors made during labor and delivery. This includes the use of forceps, an unplanned C-section or a doctor using the vacuum extractor to deliver an infant vaginally. The majority of cases of Erb's palsy can be prevented. Midwives, doctors, and nurses 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 via the vaginal canal, and they do not become stuck or lodged into the pelvic bones of the mother's.

Researchers have suggested that Erb's Palsy could be caused by contractions in the mother or the position of a pregnant women. However, these theories have not been proved. To win a case of medical malpractice, plaintiffs need to show that the doctor's deviation from the accepted practice led to their injuries.

If you believe your child suffered from an preventable erb's palsy injury, a birth injury lawyer can help you pursue justice. A successful lawsuit can give your family financial compensation to pay for your child's medical expenses and give you a sense of closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's Palsy is caused by an injury to the brachial system the nerve system in the arm and shoulder. These nerves may be stretched or strained by a difficult delivery. This condition can cause weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are required to correctly diagnose this condition as soon as they can.

Problems with childbirth are the most frequent cause of this problem. The problem is usually caused by the size of the fetus exceeds than what is expected for vaginal birth or when the baby's shoulders become stuck during birth. This is called shoulder dystocia, and it is one of the major risk factors for causing Erb's Palsy.

If a physician applies excessive pressure or fails in recognizing shoulder dystocia, it may result in damage to the upper nerves of the brachialplexus. Erb's Palsy is a result. The doctor is accountable for any injury that results from negligence.

You must establish that your injuries were caused by the doctor's deviation from the accepted medical practice in order to win an action for medical negligence. For cases involving Erb's palsy, you must demonstrate that the doctor's actions or failure to act led to your child suffering an injury to the brachial plexus's upper nerves. This is a fairly common claim that can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime treatment for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of cases, the earlier the condition is identified and treated, the better the outcome. If left untreated the condition can lead to a permanent tightening of muscles (contractures) or even partial or full paralysis. The most commonly used form of treatment is physical therapy and occasionally surgery.

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

While nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals are trained to safely deliver babies, a number of complications can arise. When complications do occur doctors must act immediately to ensure the safety of the mother and child. Unfortunately some medical professionals fail to do this.

When a birth is complicated medical professional may need to apply a certain amount of force to help the baby move through the birth canal. This can cause the baby's nerves 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 a nerve has been damaged. A doctor may prescribe various medicines to ease pain and discomfort, and physical or occupational therapy to help restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for a child suffering from the condition Erb's palsy can be very high. A successful lawsuit can give a family to have the financial capacity to pay for the medical treatment they require. An experienced Erb's lawyer will do their best to maximize the amount of compensation a family can receive.

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

Erb's Law claims can be filed to cover the cost of treatment, loss of earnings, as well as the impact that the injury can affect a child's daily activities. The compensation will also reflect the pain and suffering the injury has caused.

A successful claim will show that the doctor who performed the obstetrics was negligent. This will be demonstrated by proving that there was an error in the standard of care and that the deviation resulted in the injury of your child. Every case is unique and it may take a long time to settle an Erb's palsy lawsuit. It is important to contact an attorney earlier rather than later to ensure they do not be late in filing an action. A lawsuit filed too late could be barred from time by the Statute of Limitations.