Erb's Palsy Litigation
Children who suffer from Erb's Palsy could receive compensation for future medical bills and treatments. These funds can also help families cope with the emotional trauma of this birth injury.
Your lawyer will review your medical documents to determine the merits of your case. The lawsuit will be filed, and the defendants have 30 days to respond.
Medical Records
If a child has Erb's syndrome, it can be devastating for their families. The condition can cause swelling and pain, which can make it difficult for a child to do basic tasks like playing sports or putting on their shirt. A lawsuit filed by an experienced Erb's palsy lawyer can help families receive compensation for their losses.
The first step in filing a claim for medical malpractice is to gather evidence of negligence. This includes medical documents as well as witness statements. Your attorney will look over the documents and may have consult with experts in obstetrics and anesthesia as well as orthopedic surgery. These experts will provide their opinions on whether your child's Erb's ailment was the result of the error of a doctor or due to natural causes.
Several factors can lead to Erb's Palsy in a variety of ways. The most common cause is when a doctor uses excessive force during labor and delivery. This can stretch or tear brachial nerves and cause the condition. There are a variety of techniques doctors can employ to prevent this. If your child has been diagnosed with this birth injury, it is important to seek out a lawyer as soon as possible to make a claim. A successful claim can help pay for medical bills and other expenses related to the injury. This can help ease the financial burden and enhance your child's quality of life.
Expert Witness Reports
A medical professional is required to evaluate your Erb's palsy case. They will provide their opinion about what caused the injury and whether it was caused by negligence by a doctor. The expert will also help you determine the extent of your injuries and how they might affect your life in the future.
Erb's Palsy can be caused by birth injuries to the brachial plexus. It is more frequent in vaginal births, but it can also occur during C-sections. The injury is caused when doctors move the shoulders of a newborn to facilitate delivery. The process may stretch or tear the nerves in the armpit,
Erb's Palsy Lawsuit causing long-term damage.
The injury may be corrected by surgery, but can still cause complications. Children suffering from this condition may not be able their hands or use their arms. This could impact their well-being, especially when they are unable participate in sports or carry out everyday tasks. Certain people can benefit from a procedure called muscle transfer, in which surgeons implant stronger muscles or tendons that support the weaker ones.
Your lawyer will collect as any evidence as you can, and send it to the lawyers of the defendants. The defendants then have 30 days to respond to your claim. Following this the court will decide when to schedule your
Erb's Palsy lawsuit for trial.
Documentation
Families can get compensation for the injuries they suffered as children by filing Erb's Palsy lawsuits. They also help prevent future medical errors by holding accountable parties liable. Our lawyers have the knowledge and resources to fully investigate your child's case and determine whether a medical professional's negligence led to his or her brachial plexus injury.
Erb's spalsy can be caused by a doctor who pulls too hard on the baby's neck, head, arms or shoulders during delivery. This could be due the improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors or a prolonged labor that results in stress on a baby's head and shoulders or shoulder dystocia.
Some children with Erb's Palsy recover completely and can move their arms normally. But, others suffer permanent nerve damage and be handicapped for the remainder of their lives. The majority of cases of Erb's palsy can be avoided and result from medical negligence during labor and birth.
Our lawyers will file a suit against the defendants (usually the hospital or doctor that was involved in the birth of your child) once they have collected all medical records and evidence. Once the lawsuit has been filed, the process of discovery will begin. This includes depositions and other medical records. Expert opinions are also included. The majority of Erb's palsy lawsuits result with a settlement, but we are prepared to take your case to trial if needed.
Trial preparation
The final stage of seeking compensation for a child's brachial-plexus injury is presenting evidence before a jury or judge. Your Erb's ailment lawyer will try to establish that the healthcare provider did not act reasonable in a certain set of circumstances. The attorneys representing the defendant will attempt to convince a judge or jury that they acted reasonably.
Typically, the parties will agree to a settlement prior to trial. This is done to satisfy the desires of both parties and bring the lawsuit to a close. The plaintiffs will receive the money in a lump sum and the lawsuit will be closed. The amount of compensation will depend on the severity and medical needs of the injury.
Parents of children suffering from brachial plexus injuries face significant expenses and often have to cover the costs. The financial compensation offered by an
Erb's palsy lawsuit could help families pay for the expenses they could incur in order to treat their children's condition. It could also help cover the loss of earnings, if the injury impacts a child's ability to work. It can also help cover the physical and emotional anxiety of living with an injury that can alter the course of life. An experienced Erb's-Palsy attorney can assist families in pursuing the compensation they deserve.