Brachial Plexus Injury
Erb's palsy is a condition affecting the network of nerves that runs from the neck, across the shoulder, to the arm and the hand. In the most serious cases of Erb's palsy, the whole arm, elbow and hand may be rendered essentially useless. Klumpke's palsy is similar to Erb's palsy but will generally affect only the hand.
Both conditions may result from birth trauma and are closely connected to physicians' failures to perform an appropriate mode of delivery.
Our attorneys at Jeffrey M. Goldberg Law Offices represent families throughout the United States whose children were born with shoulder dystocia, Erb's palsy, Klumpke's palsy, Horner's syndrome and other types of brachial plexus injuries. For a free consultation, call us at 1-800-564-1707 or contact our firm online.
Warning Signs, Risk Factors
A number of factors can raise the risk of brachial plexus nerve damage occurring due to birth trauma. These include vaginal delivery of a baby that is estimated to be 10 lbs. or larger at birth, an awkwardly positioned baby (transverse or breech), the development of gestational diabetes in the mother, excessive weight gain by the mother, a pregnancy lasting beyond 40 weeks, and an extended or protracted second stage of labor.
Should They Have Done Something Different?
Our lawyers know the medical aspects of these cases very well. We have the experience needed to provide you with a clear answer to that question and the type of aggressive representation needed to obtain a just result. As professionals, we take great pride in understanding the medical aspects of our clients' cases as well, or better than, the medical experts for the other side. Our resources include a medical library and a full-time registered nurse on staff.
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