This will depend on whether you can prove it was negligent behaviour that caused the Erb’s palsy. Components of these types of cases can include the following:
- Loss of income (parent/patient);
- Cost of therapy, such as physio, hydrotherapy, and occupational therapy;
- Cost of additional surgery;
- Damages for the severity of the injury.
It’s important that you seek legal advice early on so you can get an understanding of how successful your claim could be.