Erb’s Palsy Solicitors

Erb’s palsy is a serious type of birth injury that can have lifelong consequences for the child in question. If your baby has been left with Erb’s palsy as a result of a medical error, the team at Gibson & Associates is here to provide the legal support you will need.

Our experienced Erb’s palsy solicitors are here to help you make a medical negligence or malpractice claim against those responsible, giving you the best possible chance of securing a settlement that will support the recovery of your child and your family. No matter what the circumstances of your case may be, we will help you to find the most pragmatic way forward.

We have years of experience providing legal counsel and support for families affected by birth injuries of all kinds from across Ireland. By providing you with clear, compassionate advice throughout the claims process, we can help you achieve a just outcome and move ahead with your life.

No matter where in Ireland you are based, Gibson & Associates is here to help. Contact our Erb’s palsy solicitors to discuss your options by calling 01 872 3143; you can also fill in our online enquiry form to request a call back, and we will aim to return your call in three hours or less.

Our Erb’s palsy claim services

At Gibson & Associates, our solicitors have years of experience of working with families affected by Erb’s palsy, and can leverage our legal expertise to ensure that you achieve the best possible outcome for your claim.

By getting in touch with us, we can assist you by discussing the legal basis for your claim and advising you on whether you have a strong case. If so, we will make contact with those responsible and compile the medical evidence needed to support your claim.

Our aim will always be to reach a swift, successful end to the process, but when this is not possible, we will also provide you with expert representation in court, guiding you every step of the way.

We understand that this can be a distressing time, and our aim is to take the pressure off you with compassionate, understanding support. By calling us, our team will explain your options and help you work out the best way forward.

what our clients say…

Highly recommend. Used this firm for a personal injury claim, always updated with what was happening and a great result at the end. Definitely recommend Emmett especially

H McDaid

Tested & Trusted. Have used the Letterkenny branch severally and with Lisa McBride handling my case, I always triumph with the biggest smile.
Very reliable, trustworthy and professionally Excellent in all legal duties. 10 stars rating for me, if possible.

Ben E

Excellent service. Excellent solicitors. Very happy with the service we received and result of personal injury matter. This firm was recommended to us from another solicitor. Would recommend this firm to family and friends, especially solicitor Lisa Mc Bride.

B Fox

Highest praise for Emmet and the medical negligence team in Gibson & Associates, they helped me through a difficult negligence case against a hospital for an injury to my baby. The compassion and aftercare I received from Emmett was excellent.

Emma L

FAQs

What is Erb’s palsy?

Also known as Erb-Duchenne palsy, Erb’s palsy is a form of paralysis that affects the brachial plexus, the group of nerves that control the muscles in the arm and hand.

Damage to these nerves can sometimes occur during difficult births, which can result in the nerves becoming bruised, stretched or torn. When this happens, the child may suffer from partial or complete paralysis in their arms, which may require long-term medical treatment to address, and in the most extreme cases the paralysis may be permanent.

What are the symptoms and treatments for Erb’s palsy?

Erb’s palsy can manifest in a number of different ways, including:

A lack of muscle control in the arm, potentially resulting in a limp or paralysed limb
A decrease or loss of sensation in the arm or hand
An inability to grip with the affected hand
A loss of control over the elbow or shoulder muscles

If your child is affected by Erb’s palsy, they may require one or more of the following treatments:

Surgery to correct the damage and reattach any severed nerves
Nerve transfers from another part of the body
Electrical stimulation of the affected area
Physiotherapy and massage to alleviate pain and recover physical functions

Depending on the severity of the injury, the child may need to cope with severe disabilities throughout their life.

What are the causes of Erb’s palsy?

Erb’s palsy is most commonly caused by shoulder dystocia during birth, a condition where the baby’s shoulders become stuck on the way out of the birth canal. If excessive force is applied to the baby’s head, neck or shoulders as a result of this, serious injuries can occur, including Erb’s palsy.

Although Erb’s palsy can occur at any age as a result of severe trauma to the head or shoulders, it is most frequently seen as a consequence of a difficult or mismanaged birthing process.

How can medical negligence contribute to Erb’s palsy?

There are a number of mistakes that medical professionals can make that may result in the child being affected by Erb’s palsy. These include:

Failing to properly correct the positioning of the baby’s shoulders before delivery
Failing to recommend a caesarean section instead of a vaginal birth when shoulder dystocia was foreseeable
Using the wrong tools or improper force during the birthing process
Failing to advise the mother of the potential risk of shoulder dystocia

If any of these occur and the baby is left with a birth injury as a result, it may be possible to make an Erb’s palsy claim.

Why choose Gibson & Associates?

As one of Ireland’s leading law firms, our guiding principle is that “good enough” isn’t good enough for us. We work tirelessly to get the best results for clients, putting their needs at the heart of everything we do, and will always strive to make things as simple as possible for you.

We understand how stressful and complex it can be to have to make an Erb’s palsy claim, which is why we will always use clear, plain language when explaining things to you, avoiding complicated jargon or “legalese”. We will also provide you with a clear idea of what to expect in terms of costs and processes from the very beginning.

By getting in touch with us, you can arrange an initial consultation to work out your options and next steps, and we guarantee that all of your calls will be returned in three hours or less. From the moment we take on your case, you will also receive a dedicated point of contact to handle the entire process from start to finish.

With offices in Dublin and Letterkenny and associates around the country, Gibson & Associates is here to help, no matter where in Ireland you are based.

Meet Our Birth Injury Team

Contact our team today for advice with your claim

Amanda Walsh

Partner

Amanda Walsh

Janice Doherty

Medical Negligence Solicitor

Janice Doherty

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To speak to a member of our team about making an Erb’s palsy claim, call Gibson & Associates today on 01 872 3143. Alternatively, complete our online enquiry form and we will aim to get back to you within three hours.

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