Washington Brachial Plexus Injury Lawyers
Brachial Plexus Resources
Once stigmatized and widely misunderstood, brachial plexus injuries such as Erb's Palsy are enjoying more acceptance and support in recent years. Though the experience of a brachial plexus injury can be confusing, scary, and frustrating for parent and child, a wide community of support exists for both parents and children. Often, support, referrals, information and community is just a telephone call, short drive, or mouse click away. Read on for the best resources for parents and kids affected by brachial plexus injury:
Local Parents' Groups
Your doctor, hospital, physical therapist, or local social services center may have information about local parents' groups that bring together parents of kids who suffer from Erb's Palsy and other brachial plexus injuries. Local groups can take many forms, from support groups to informal social networks, and can connect you to even more resources and recommendations in your area.
The InternetThe World Wide Web isn't just a great place to read up on Erb's Palsy and other brachial plexus injuries - it's also a place where kids and parents from around the world connect with one another in advocacy and mutual support. Good sites include the Erb's Palsy Group, Dr. Nath's Brachial Plexus Injury site, and the TBPI Group.
Institutes and Foundations
Many charitable and research organizations exist to educate the public, raise awareness, and fundraise on behalf of patients with brachial plexus injuries. These include the United Brachial Plexus Network and the Brachial Plexus Palsy Foundation. Many groups also operate on a state-wide or local level to better serve parents and children.
Your Birth Injury Lawyer
Parents of kids who have Erb's Palsy or other brachial plexus injuries may decide to fight the medical provider who bears responsibility for their child's injuries in court. They need a lawyer who's knowledgeable, supportive, compassionate, and has the resources and expertise needed to fight and win such lawsuits. The Seattle Brachial Plexus lawyers at the Bernard Law Group is dedicated to helping personal injury victims and their families by providing personalized and effective legal services. Interested in filing a birth injury lawsuit? Call us today for a free, confidential telephone consultation.
IF YOUR CHILD HAS SUFFERED FROM A SERIOUS BIRTH INJURY, CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION!
