Ohio Brachial Plexus Palsy
Seeking compensation for birth injuries
Anderson Law Offices helps new parents seeking compensation in Ohio for a brachial plexus injury suffered during the birth of their newborn. The people who care for you during pregnancy and childbirth—such as obstetricians, doctors, or medical staff—are responsible for ensuring that you receive adequate and appropriate care. If you receive sub-standard care or if you believe that medical staff made decisions and took actions which contributed to the injury sustained by your baby, then you may be entitled to compensation.
Contact the birth injury lawyers in Ohio at Anderson Law Offices if you have questions or concerns.
What is brachial plexus palsy?
Brachial plexus palsy is a relatively common birth injury characterized by nerve damage in the arm. Brachial plexus palsy occurs as a result of shoulder dystocia, which is a complication during childbirth when a baby’s shoulder is caught on a mother’s pubic bone after the head has been delivered. When this happens, a physician such as an obstetrician must act quickly to avoid serious consequences.
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that control movement of the shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, hand and fingers. Brachial plexus injuries vary in severity based on the extent of nerve damage. In some cases, a baby’s injury may heal on its own within months, while in other cases, babies can suffer from limp or paralyzed arms. Depending on the damage, treatment can range from physical therapy to surgery.
For more serious brachial plexus injuries, such as when there is a rupture of the nerves, your infant will need surgery in a timely manner in order to have any chance of avoiding permanent damage. This is why a doctor’s correct diagnosis soon after birth is crucial.
If your baby in Ohio has suffered brachial plexus palsy, the Anderson Law Office can help you explore whether you are entitled to compensation.
