Erb's Palsy Lawsuit - How to File an Erb's Palsy Lawsuit
If doctors aren't cautious they could stretch or tear the brachial nerve during delivery. This injury can be a result of medical malpractice, and can lead to Erb's palsy in newborns.
Compensation can aid families in paying medical bills as well as for
Erb's Palsy treatment. An Erb's palsy lawsuit may also help with emotional trauma.
What is
Erb's palsy?
In Erb's palsy, a nerve network in the neck and arms (the brachial plexus) is damaged. In the result, the arm could be weak or inactive, and the child may be unable to use it. A physical therapist may be able assist in improving the condition. In some cases it is necessary to undergo surgery to repair or replace damaged nerve fibers. Unfortunately, 20 percent of Erb's Palsy children do not recover in any way.
A medical professional could cause an Erb's palsy injury during a difficult birth when he or she applies excessive force or pulls on the infant's shoulders to help him or her emerge from the birth canal. This is called shoulder dystocia. It can occur in any birth. However, it is more common in cases where the baby is bigger than average or born to the breech position.
To prevent complications, doctors must be aware of risk factors and follow certain protocols when delivering the baby. This is called the standard of care. Infractions to this standard could lead to serious injuries to the mother and child.
If your child has suffered from an injury to the brachial plexus, an Erb's palsy lawyer can assist you in filing lawsuits for compensation. This money can be used to pay for your child's treatment and give him or her better quality of life.
How do I start a lawsuit?
Erb's palsy is a common birth injury caused by medical negligence. It is a condition that damages the nerves' networks that connect the neck and shoulders, referred to as the brachial plexus. This condition can result in significant financial and physical burdens for your family. It is important to work with a Long Island Erb's palsy lawyer to determine the full extent of your child's injuries as well as the costs associated with them.
Medical professionals are trained to identify shoulder dystocia risk factors during labor and birth and should be able stop these injuries. Sometimes a doctor or other medical professional may cause an Erb's palsy injury because they aren't aware that a birth becomes more complicated and they take unnecessary steps to get the baby out of the womb which can result in pulling too heavily on a nerve.
A doctor can also trigger an Erb's palsy nerve injury since they may not choose to perform an Cesarean section when it is clear that your child will be difficult to deliver vaginally. If you believe your child's Erb's palsy was the result of medical malpractice, you should work with an Long Island Erb's Palsy Lawyer to submit a claim against responsible parties. Your attorney will help determine the future cost of your child's treatment, and calculate your possible compensation amount. Settlements are the most commonly used way to settle cases. They offer greater financial settlement and are faster than going to trial.
What happens if you are sued?
If your child's Erb's palsy was caused by negligence on the part of a medical professional, your family deserves compensation. This can be used to pay for future treatment, therapy and other costs associated with your child's nerve damage.
An Erb's palsy lawsuit is a medical malpractice claim. Your lawyer will examine the birth records of your child and determine if a physician acted negligently during the birth process. They can also rely on medical experts to present evidence on the injuries your child sustained and the reasons for it.
In many cases,
Erb's palsy is caused by medical professionals pulling on the baby too hard to assist with the birth. This can lead to injury to the brachial plexus. This is a common issue with shoulder dystocia, in which a baby's shoulders become stuck in the birth canal and can result in excessive downward pressure on a woman's head, neck or shoulders.
After your lawyer has collected all the evidence required and has filed an action against the defendants. The defendants have 30 days to respond. The next step is discovery, in which your lawyer and the legal team of the defendant will collect additional evidence in support of their respective sides. This could include depositions or depositions of witnesses, expert reports, and other documentation. Your case could settle out of court or go to trial depending on the outcome of your discovery.
How much can I anticipate to win in a lawsuit should I win?
Every case is unique Therefore, there isn't a standard amount for settlement. The goal of our legal team is to fight for a settlement that compensates you in a fair manner. We take into consideration all of your expenses, including treatment costs, and
Erb's Palsy lost income. Additionally, we can assist you in preparing any tax implications that might apply to your settlement.
If properly treated, a number of cases of Erb's palsy could have been avoided. This is why we would like to examine your case for free and determine if you have grounds to sue.
Medical negligence is responsible for many birth injuries. This means that a doctor or a nurse made a mistake that adversely affected the health of your child. These mistakes can be caused by the improper use of forceps or other vacuum devices, or attempting to deliver a baby with an unusual size or position in the womb and shoulder dystocia in the delivery. Shoulder dystocia can be caused by excessive pulling or stretching the baby's neck and shoulders during an uneasy delivery. Medical professionals are aware of the dangers and should be avoided. If your child sustained an injury due to medical negligence during labor and delivery, contact us to get an assessment of your case at no cost.