When a brachial plexus injury negatively impacts upon health and mobility, we fight for compensation that can help restore everyday quality of life.
If a brachial plexus injury is causing suffering, we can offer legal support – get in touch or call 0191 5666 500 for FREE no-obligation advice.
The impact that a brachial plexus injury has on a child and their family should never be underestimated.
Not only can it lead to lifelong physical challenges, such as loss of movement and sensation in the arm, it can also limit their daily activities, affecting their development and long-term independence.
The emotional toll this often places on their family is also significant, as they try to juggle ongoing medical care and therapy with every other aspect of family life.
If your baby suffered a brachial plexus injury during childbirth, we fully understand that this can cause a significant strain on relationships and finances, and we are here to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
Discuss your case with our specialist solicitors – get in touch or call 0191 5666 500 for FREE no-obligation advice.
What are the main brachial plexus injury symptoms?
Most brachial plexus injuries are caused during childbirth because of damage to the nerves which connect the spine to the shoulder and arms. This can cause muscle weakness, loss of sensation, or even paralysis in the shoulders, arms and hands.
Some injuries temporary issues where a full recovery is likely and treatment is not required. However, some injuries are far greatly in severity and can result in more complex issues arising.
Unfortunately, in the most serious cases, the muscle damage inflicted can cause long-term pain. If the nerves have been completely detached from the spinal cord, this may result in a lack of control over the affected arm and shoulder, or no control at all. Significant surgery may be required in a bid to improve matters.
Common brachial plexus injuries during birth are:
Erb’s palsy: Also referred to as Shoulder Dystocia or Brachial Plexus Paralysis, this is a common upper brachial plexus injury causing shoulder numbness, loss of motion and difficulty flexing the elbow or lifting the arm.
Klumpke’s palsy: A rarer lower brachial plexus injury leading to loss of motion and sensation in the wrist and hand, including finger movement issues.
Brachial plexus injuries can also be caused by road traffic accidents, often when a bike or motorcycle rider is unseated and suffers a heavy blow to their shoulder.
Falling from height or manual handling accidents at work can also cause shoulder compression injuries, especially if the arm is pulled or stretched forcefully on impact.
The most common types of brachial plexus symptoms suffered are:
- Numbness or weakness
- Lack of movement
- Loss of sensation
- Ongoing pain
No Win, No Fee Brachial Plexus Claims Explained
In most brachial plexus claims, we can pursue your case on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis – providing affordable access to justice.
By using a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement (known as a Conditional Fee Agreement or CFA) you can take legal action without having to weigh up whether the case is a risk worth taking.
If your case is not successful, you won’t pay a penny. In effect, we share the risk with you because we only get paid if you win.
Should you win and secure compensation, your opponent will usually cover most of your legal costs. You will also need to pay a success fee from the final amount of compensation.
There are a number of ways to fund a case and all other methods will be explained before you decide whether to pursue a claim and the most suitable solution.
Our approach to Brachial Plexus Compensation Claims
Brachial plexus negligence cases are complex from an emotional point of view and a legal perspective, but we fully understand the challenges families face in these situations.
During this sensitive time, we adopt a hand-holding approach and support you at every step. We will compassionately guide you through the claims process and explain all the options available, whilst fighting tirelessly for the best outcome.
Our vastly-experienced medical negligence solicitors carefully manage cases from the initial enquiry to conclusion – including complex Erb’s Palsy claims.
- A free no-obligation case discussion with our Solicitors
- Sympathetically understand injury & impact on your life
- Assess physical injury & any rehabilitation requirements
- Analyse emotional, psychological & financial impact
- Assess case details and work out if you have a strong claim
- Explain ways to fund case – including No Win, No Fee option
- Gather evidence & ensure case is as strong as possible
- Review medical records, witness statements & medical experts
- Give you the best chance to secure maximum compensation
- Negotiate and try to agree a settlement outside of court
Based in Sunderland – trusted across the North East & UK
If you’d like to utilise the experience and expertise of our clinical negligence solicitors, we promise to fight for the support and rehabilitation you deserve.
From our headquarters in Sunderland, we can quickly travel to anywhere in the North East. We also have a presence in Carlisle and represent people from across England and Wales, many of whom have been referred by previously successful clients.
Even if you’re not sure whether a claim is possible, get in touch for a no-obligation and confidential discussion either in person or via video call.
Arrange a free consultation with our specialist solicitors – get in touch or call 0191 5666500 today!