Erb's Palsy

Erb's palsy victims may face paralysis, other severe injury

Erb's palsy is the common name for an injury to the brachial plexus, a nerve center near the shoulder. In newborns, brachial plexus injuries resulting in Erb's palsy commonly occurs when an infant's shoulder becomes trapped behind the mother's pelvic bone during delivery.

If the attending doctor does not promptly address the condition, the damage to this nerve center can lead to paralysis or other nerve damage in the newborn's arm. In some cases, the injury is aggravated by forcible extraction while the shoulder is still trapped.

You don't have to accept a serious injury to your newborn. You may be entitled to compensation for losses related to Erb's palsy. Let an experienced San Antonio lawyer provide the representation you need. Call 1-800-455-1054.

Explanation of terms

• The condition of an in-utero child's shoulder becoming stuck is known as "shoulder dystocia."
• The brachial plexus is a mass of nerves in the armpit; it is responsible for transmitting nerve signals to the arm.
• The damage to the brachial plexus due to shoulder dystocia can paralyze parts of the arm.
• The resulting nerve damage condition may be referred to as Erb's Palsy.

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