Erb’s palsy is a medical condition that may be the result of your medical provider injuring your baby at birth. At the Birth Injury Lawyers Group, our Baton Rouge Erb’s palsy lawyers can evaluate your situation to determine if you have reasons to file a claim against a negligent doctor.
Your doctor has a medical duty of care that they owe you and your child. Failing to do so can be grounds for a medical malpractice claim. If you can prove doctor negligence in your case, you may be able to recover compensation for your child’s medical care, future treatment, pain and suffering, and more.
If your child sustained an injury during or after delivery and was diagnosed with Erb’s palsy, call the Birth Injury Lawyers Group for a free case evaluation at (800) 222-9529.
We represent Baton Rouge clients on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not receive compensation unless we secure a monetary award for your family.
Erb’s Palsy Symptoms and Outcomes
A childbirth injury in which damage was caused to the brachial plexus may be to blame for Erb’s palsy. The brachial plexus is a nerve cluster that stems from the spinal cord. Damage to these nerves in an infant can cause a loss in sensation, muscle weakness, or paralysis in the shoulder, arm, or hand of the injured side of the body.
Signs and symptoms of Erb’s palsy may include:
- Weakness localized to one arm
- A closely held arm that is bent at the elbow
- Diminished grip strength
- Partial or total arm paralysis
- A difference in strength, control, or development between arms
If you notice any of these symptoms in your baby, bring them to a doctor for an immediate evaluation.
Erb’s palsy treatment can range from physical therapy to surgery. While many children are able to recover from Erb’s palsy, some may experience life-long symptoms in the affected region.
If you suspect that doctor negligence played a role in your child’s Erb’s palsy, contact the Birth Injury Lawyers Group for a free case evaluation by calling (800) 222-9529. Our team of Baton Rouge Erb’s palsy attorneys may be able to fight for your family’s compensation.
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Establishing if Medical Malpractice Played a Role
Not all Erb’s palsy diagnoses are the result of medical malpractice. There are some situations in which this condition is unpreventable. Other times, the condition is caused by the negligence of a doctor or other associated medical care provider.
If your doctor’s negligence caused a birth injury to your child, you have the legal right to seek compensation on behalf of you and your child. Your provider may be liable for your baby’s injuries is when they do not adequately meet the standard of care. Deviations from this standard are known as medical malpractice.
Medical malpractice in an Erb’s palsy case can occur if:
- A doctor fails to adequately screen the mother and baby for a difficult childbirth, which could allow them to prepare for a safer delivery, such as a Cesarean section
- Excessive force is used to deliver the baby
- Birth injury assistance tools, such as forceps or a vacuum extraction device, are improperly used
- Another negligent act injured the child
The Birth Injury Lawyers Group can examine the facts of your case for evidence of malpractice. If necessary, we may be able to hire a medical expert to testify that malpractice occurred in your case.
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Compensation May Be Available to You
You may be able to recuperate your current out-of-pocket costs and future needs when you establish that medical malpractice caused your child’s Erb’s palsy birth injuries.
Our Baton Rouge Erb’s palsy lawyers may request the following types of awards for your losses:
- Current and future medical bills
- Special education and rehabilitation costs
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Lost work wages, for the parent
If you hire the Birth Injury Lawyers Group to represent you, our Baton Rouge Erb’s palsy lawyers can preserve evidence of your ongoing losses, including invoices, statements, medical records, and personal accounts of your case. We also may be able to hire medical experts to estimate your future costs or care.
Once this evidence is gathered, we can negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf or sue them in court if they do not make you a fair offer. Our representation can allow you to focus on caring for your child while we do the legal work on your behalf.
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I Deserve a Baton Rouge Erb’s Palsy Lawyer Who Will Fight for Me
You should not have to pay for the cost of your child’s treatments if medical malpractice caused their injuries. If your child was given an Erb’s palsy diagnosis, and you suspect medical negligence was involved, you have the right to investigate the circumstances that lead to the injury and file a subsequent compensation claim so that your child can lead his best life.
Keep in mind that Louisiana has a statute of limitations — or civil court deadline — that governs your case. If you miss this statutory deadline, you may lose your ability to recover compensation via a lawsuit. A member of our team can discuss what legal deadlines pertain to your case when you call our firm.
The Birth Injury Lawyers Group is standing by to discuss your Baton Rouge Erb’s palsy case. For a free consultation, call us at (800) 222-9529. Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis with no up-front fees required for us to represent you.
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