Brachial Plexus Claims Solicitors
At Forbes Solicitors, our compassionate team provides the highest standard of legal support, guiding you through every step of your brachial plexus injury claim with care and dedication.
Specialist Solicitors for Brachial Plexus Injury Claims
The brachial plexus compensation solicitors at Forbes Solicitors provide professional legal guidance to individuals who have experienced a brachial plexus injury.
Our lawyers who handle brachial plexus claims recognise the effects that such an injury can have on people and strive to achieve the best outcome.
Can I Make a Brachial Plexus Claim?
A brachial plexus claim is a type of clinical negligence claim that can be brought when the brachial plexus nerves have been damaged, resulting in loss of movement and sensation in the shoulder, arm and hand.
If your child received a brachial plexus injury during their birth due to the negligence of the medical professionals responsible for your care at the time, you might be eligible to claim compensation. While no amount of compensation can turn back the clock, a successful brachial plexus claim can help with the care that your child needs due to their injury, both now and in the future.
Can I Make a Brachial Plexus Claim?
A brachial plexus claim is a type of clinical negligence claim that can be brought when the brachial plexus nerves have been damaged, resulting in loss of movement and sensation in the shoulder, arm and hand.
If your child received a brachial plexus injury during their birth due to the negligence of the medical professionals responsible for your care at the time, you might be eligible to claim compensation. While no amount of compensation can turn back the clock, a successful brachial plexus claim can help with the care that your child needs due to their injury, both now and in the future.
What is a Brachial Plexus Injury?
Understanding the Brachial Plexus Nerve Network
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originate in the spine and travel through the neck to the shoulder, arm, and hand. It supplies the muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand, and provides sensory information from the skin of the arm, hand, and fingers. Damage to the brachial plexus can result in permanent paralysis of the affected arm.
What is a Brachial Plexus Injury?
Understanding the Brachial Plexus Nerve Network
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originate in the spine and travel through the neck to the shoulder, arm, and hand. It supplies the muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand, and provides sensory information from the skin of the arm, hand, and fingers. Damage to the brachial plexus can result in permanent paralysis of the affected arm.
How These Injuries Occur – Especially at Birth
The brachial plexus is the name given to a set of five major nerves that start in the spinal cord and then run through the neck and arm. During birth, mistakes are sometimes made by medical professionals, and it's possible that a baby can receive damage to these nerves that was avoidable, had a reasonable level of care been provided.
This type of injury can cause pain, paralysis, weakness or loss of sensation in the arm which can be painful and debilitating, and whilst some brachial plexus injuries cause temporary symptoms, or can sometimes be improved with treatment and rehabilitation, they can also be permanent.
If a baby receives a significant brachial plexus injury during their birth because of the negligence of the medical team involved, parents may be able to bring a brachial plexus claim for compensation. There are several ways in which the medical professionals could potentially be responsible for an avoidable brachial plexus injury during childbirth, and they should be aware of these risks and take all reasonable steps to avoid an injury from happening.
Depending on the circumstances involved, parents may be able to make a brachial plexus injury claim for compensation because of the medical negligence that caused their child's injury.
How These Injuries Occur – Especially at Birth
The brachial plexus is the name given to a set of five major nerves that start in the spinal cord and then run through the neck and arm. During birth, mistakes are sometimes made by medical professionals, and it's possible that a baby can receive damage to these nerves that was avoidable, had a reasonable level of care been provided.
This type of injury can cause pain, paralysis, weakness or loss of sensation in the arm which can be painful and debilitating, and whilst some brachial plexus injuries cause temporary symptoms, or can sometimes be improved with treatment and rehabilitation, they can also be permanent.
If a baby receives a significant brachial plexus injury during their birth because of the negligence of the medical team involved, parents may be able to bring a brachial plexus claim for compensation. There are several ways in which the medical professionals could potentially be responsible for an avoidable brachial plexus injury during childbirth, and they should be aware of these risks and take all reasonable steps to avoid an injury from happening.
Depending on the circumstances involved, parents may be able to make a brachial plexus injury claim for compensation because of the medical negligence that caused their child's injury.
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Compensation in a brachial plexus injury claim
Any damaged brachial plexus compensation that is awarded, if the claim is successful, could help pay for many of the costs that are often associated with this type of injury, which can be a long-term requirement and may be needed for the child's full lifetime. Some of these might include:
Medical treatment, often including multiple surgeries and the associated post-op recovery e.g. ongoing physical therapy
A parent needing to stop working in order to provide care for the child, thus the household losing those earnings
Adaptive devices and changes to the family home to help the child enjoy a better quality of life
Various ongoing medications
Treatment for emotional pain and distress caused by the brachial plexus injury.
Factors That Affect the Amount Awarded in a brachial plexus claim
The compensation awarded in a successful birth negligence brachial plexus claim is designed to help ensure that the needs of the child are met for as long as is required. Depending on the nature of the injury and the circumstances, this could include anything from the immediate and short-term needs, right through to life-long care if this is required as a result of the medical negligence that caused the harm originally.
The sum of compensation awarded will depend on the individual circumstances involved, the severity of the injury and the impact that it will have on the child and their family, both now and in the future.
Compensation in a brachial plexus injury claim
Any damaged brachial plexus compensation that is awarded, if the claim is successful, could help pay for many of the costs that are often associated with this type of injury, which can be a long-term requirement and may be needed for the child's full lifetime. Some of these might include:
Medical treatment, often including multiple surgeries and the associated post-op recovery e.g. ongoing physical therapy
A parent needing to stop working in order to provide care for the child, thus the household losing those earnings
Adaptive devices and changes to the family home to help the child enjoy a better quality of life
Various ongoing medications
Treatment for emotional pain and distress caused by the brachial plexus injury.
Factors That Affect the Amount Awarded in a brachial plexus claim
The compensation awarded in a successful birth negligence brachial plexus claim is designed to help ensure that the needs of the child are met for as long as is required. Depending on the nature of the injury and the circumstances, this could include anything from the immediate and short-term needs, right through to life-long care if this is required as a result of the medical negligence that caused the harm originally.
The sum of compensation awarded will depend on the individual circumstances involved, the severity of the injury and the impact that it will have on the child and their family, both now and in the future.
How Our Solicitors Support Your Brachial Plexus Claim
If you're the parent of a child who received a brachial plexus injury during their birth that was due to mistakes made by the medical team, you need specialist advice to find out if you can make a claim for compensation.
Our team at Forbes Solicitors holds extensive experience in aiding clients and providing legal services pertaining to Brachial Plexus Compensation Claims cases throughout the nation. Contact us today to to start your claim.
Brachial Plexus FAQs
How long do I have to make a brachial plexus claim?
In the UK, you generally have three years from the date of injury or from when you became aware of the injury to start a brachial plexus claim. For children, the time limit is usually extended until their 18th birthday, allowing claims to be made by a parent or guardian before then. They have until their 21st birthday to issue proceedings in a Court. It’s important to act promptly to ensure evidence is preserved and deadlines are met.
Do I need a solicitor to pursue a brachial plexus injury claim?
While it is not legally required to have a solicitor, pursuing a brachial plexus injury claim without legal representation can be challenging. A specialist clinical negligence solicitor can navigate complex medical evidence, negotiate with the NHS or responsible party, and maximise your chances of a successful claim. Most law firms, including Forbes Solicitors, offer No Win, No Fee agreements to reduce financial risk. In appropriate cases they can also offer Legal Aid Agency funding.
What happens during the brachial plexus injury claims process?
The claims process typically involves:
1. Initial Consultation -Discussing your case with a specialist solicitor to understand your circumstances.
2. Gathering Evidence - Collecting medical records and expert reports.
3. Letter of Claim - Sending a formal claim to the healthcare provider.
4. Investigation and Response - The provider has up to four months to respond, admitting or denying liability.
5. Negotiation or Litigation - If liability is admitted, compensation negotiations begin. If denied, the case may proceed to court.
Most claims are resolved without going to trial.
What is the average settlement for a brachial plexus injury?
Compensation amounts vary widely depending on the severity and lasting impact of the injury. Settlements can range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of pounds. Factors influencing compensation include pain and suffering, ongoing care needs, loss of earnings, and reduced quality of life. A specialist solicitor can provide an estimate after reviewing your individual case.
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