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Erb’s palsy, or brachial plexus palsy, is often an injury occurring during birth that causes damage to the neck and shoulder nerve network, called the brachial plexus. This often leads to permanent injury and disability to the child. Our Portland Erb’s palsy attorney has the experience to help you navigate this potential medical malpractice case. Do not wait to contact us to learn about your legal rights.
A number of mistakes made during the birth process can lead to an injury of the brachial plexus. There are many times healthcare providers miss signs of health complications or make mistakes that lead to significant injury. In this situation, the condition often occurs when the baby’s shoulders lodge in the mother’s pelvis during the birthing process. Typically, healthcare providers must use a twisting motion or force on the baby’s health to dislodge the child.
However, if the head remains tightly lodged, stretching the child’s neck to one side can create critical nerve damage to the area. In some cases, this damage is temporary. Other times it is permanent. These nerves are critical. They help with the feeling and movement of the shoulder, arm, wrist, and hand. Damage to any of these nerves, or all of them, is possible. A birth injury attorney in Portland can assist if your child suffered preventable nerve damage.
At Paulson Coletti, “liberty and justice for all” is more than just a phrase – it is our mandate. Our team of trial lawyers is driven to pursue justice for the injured, ensuring that the responsible parties are held accountable. With a high success rate both in and out of the courtroom, you can trust our Oregon personal injury lawyers to be the legal advocates you need so your voice can be heard.
Many children with Erb’s palsy will need ongoing treatment, including exercise, physical therapy, and additional treatment to help improve the function of the nerves and muscles in the impacted area. Atrophy of the muscles is a high risk, especially in permanent situations where the child loses all ability to use or control that arm.
Many babies with this condition will see improvement. Many will require medical intervention to encourage healing and restoration of nerve function. However, this can take time and may be expensive in the long term.
If you believe your child has Erb’s palsy as a result of medical mistakes occurring during birth, reach out to our highly experienced attorney. Our Portland Erb’s palsy lawyers will work closely with you to uncover what happened and determine who is at fault. Doctors, the hospital, and other medical providers could have missed key signs during pregnancy and during birth that could have warned of this risk. With our attorneys, you can count on:
“Most cases settle, but each of our cases is prepared as if it’s going to trial. The insurance companies know it and so do the defense lawyers defending them. That’s why we get such great results for our clients.”
Even if you are unsure if medical malpractice occurred or you believe the injury was intentional, you still should speak to our Portland Erb’s palsy attorney to determine if someone should be held accountable for the losses your child suffered. Call the office of Paulson Coletti, PC, to schedule a free consultation.
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