Erb's Palsy Attorney in Hawaii

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The negligent actions of a doctor or nurse during the birth of a child can result in serious injuries to the baby, Erb's Palsy is one of many conditions that can result from a traumatic birth.

• What It Is? Erb's palsy is a paralysis of the arm caused by injury to the brachial plexus, or the nerves in the upper portion of the arms.
• What Causes It? Many babies born with Erb's palsy developed the condition because of traumatic birth. The infant's shoulders can have difficulty passing through the birth canal, pulling on and damaging the nerves in the process. This is especially true in cases involving shoulder dystocia and providers who failed to adequately assess complications, such as a breech birth or large fetus.
• What's the Result? Babies born with Erb's palsy may suffer total or partial paralysis of the arm and neck. Common symptoms that can lead to diagnoses include: infant not moving arm or hand, little to no reflexes in the affected area, arm bent at the elbow and not moving, and poor grip in the hand on the affected side.

Bostwick & Person, LLP has recovered over $1 billion for clients, and millions for victims of medical malpractice and preventable birth injuries. Call for a FREE consultation.

If Your Child Was Diagnosed with Erb's Palsy

If your child was hurt by a medical practitioner during labor or delivery, contact a Honolulu birth injury attorney to find out about personal injury compensation.

Physicians and other health care providers are expected to maintain a standard of care when treating patients. When their substandard actions result in illnesses or injuries, they can be held liable for damages.

This can include compensation for:

• Hospitalization
• Medical treatment and care
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Lost income
• Rehabilitation
• Home care

Bostwick & Peterson is a nationally renowned civil trial firm that has successfully represented many families with complicated medical malpractice and birth injury lawsuits. We have a comprehensive understanding of medical malpractice statutes, and can help prepare your claim. Attorneys at our firm can also be relied on to seek maximum damages for your child's injury.

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Erb's Palsy can be the result of damage to some or all of the nerves in an arm.

Many times the condition will improve over time with daily physical therapy. In some situations, however, the injury can lead to a permanent disability. Our Hawaii Erb’s palsy lawyers can review your case free of charge and inform you of your legal rights and options.

If your child was diagnosed with Erb's palsy, contact Bostwick & Peterson today.