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Erb's Palsy Law Firm

A child suffering from Erb's palsy can have devastating effects for families. If you think that medical negligence led to your child's brachial injuries at birth, you should contact an erb's Palsy law firm for a free consultation.

An attorney will review your case and calculate future medical expenses to determine the estimated value of your case. This will help establish the value of your claim in a potential settlement.

Causes

Erb's psoriasis is caused when the bundle (the brachialplexus) of nerves that run through the neck is damaged. These nerves are responsible for shoulder, arm and hand movements and sensation. Erb's palsy causes weakness, numbness or paralysis of the arm and shoulder.

This condition could be the result of an array of medical errors during labor and birth, including forceps use or a C-section that was performed too quickly, or a doctor misusing a vacuum extractor during a vaginal birth. The majority of cases of Erb's Palsy can be prevented. Doctors, nurses, midwives and other medical professionals are held to an obligation to provide the highest standards of medical care in the delivery room. They must ensure the baby's shoulders are delivered through the vaginal canal and they don't get stuck or become lodged in the mother's pelvic bone.

Some researchers suggest that Erb's palsy can be the result of contractions of the mother or the positioning of a pregnant woman. These theories haven't been confirmed. To prevail in a case of medical malpractice, plaintiffs must to prove that the doctor's deviation from accepted practices caused their injuries.

If you suspect your child suffered from an avoidable erb's palsy injury, a birth trauma 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 closure.

Diagnosis

Erb's Palsy is caused by injuries to the brachialplexus which is a network or nerves in the arm and shoulder. The nerves could be stretched or torn due to an inconvenient delivery. This condition can cause weakness or paralysis of the affected arm. Doctors are accountable for diagnosing this condition as quickly as is possible.

Difficulties in childbirth are the most frequent reason for this. This problem usually occurs when the size of the fetus is higher than expected for vaginal delivery or when the shoulders of the baby are snared during birth. This is called shoulder dystocia. It is among the major risk factors for Erb's palsy.

If a physician uses excessive force or fails to recognize the shoulder dystocia it can lead to injury of the upper nerves in the brachial plexus. This causes Erb's Palsy. The doctor can be held responsible for any damage that is caused by negligence.

To be able to win a medical malpractice lawsuit, you must prove that the doctor's deviation from a standard of practice caused your injuries. For cases involving Erb's palsy, you must prove that the doctor's action or failure to act led to your child suffering an injury to the brachial plexus's upper nerves. This is a frequent claim that could result in a substantial settlement and a lifetime of care for your child.

Treatment

In the majority of cases, it's best to recognize and treat the condition whenever possible. If left untreated, the condition could progress to permanent muscle tightening (contractures) or even partial or complete paralysis. The most commonly used form of treatment is physical therapy, and sometimes surgery.

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

While doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are trained to safely deliver babies, a number of complications can arise. The physician must take action quickly to ensure the safety of the child and mother when these issues occur. Unfortunately, many health care professionals fail to do this.

During a complicated delivery medical professional may need to apply a certain amount of force to help the baby move through the birth canal. In doing so it is possible that he or she will accidentally stretch the neck of the baby and damage the nerves.

Doctors can use a variety of tests, including Xrays and ultrasounds, as well as a physical examination to determine the severity of the injury and the extent of the nerve damage. A doctor may also prescribe various medications to alleviate discomfort and pain and occupational or physical therapy to help restore movement.

Compensation

The cost of treatment for children suffering with Erb's 'Palsy' can be extremely expensive. A successful lawsuit could give a family the financial means to afford the medical treatment they require. A lawyer with experience in the field of Erb's Psy will maximize the compensation that the family receives.

When a baby is diagnosed with the condition Erb's palsy, it can affect every aspect of their lives. It could hinder the ability to work and cut down on the time they spend with their parents. It can also cause emotional distress.

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

A successful claim will show that the obstetrician, or the hospital was negligent. This can be proved by proving that there was a departure from accepted practice and that this proximately resulted in injury to your child. Each case is unique and it can take a while to win an Erb's palsy lawsuit. It is crucial that families consult a lawyer sooner rather than later to ensure that they do not have to miss the deadline for filing a lawsuit. A lawsuit filed after the deadline could be barred by the Statute of Limitations.