15 Shocking Facts About Birth Defect Law

Birth Defect Settlement - How a Lawyer Can Help Families Get the Money They Need

A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can help families get the money they need. Lawyers can create an application package for the malpractice insurer to gather evidence and also hire experts, among other things.

Raising a child who has an ailment that is serious to birth can be stressful and expensive. Normandie Law Firm is a top-rated law firm that can analyze your case to determine its estimated value.

Medicines

Certain environmental triggers, such as drugs and other medications used by pregnant women, could increase the risk of birth defects. Certain birth defects could be caused by mutations in genes or chromosomes. These changes are often passed down through families. Some other birth defects are due to specific behaviors and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking illegal drugs are a few examples.

Some birth defects can be diagnosed before the baby is born like cleft lip and palate or spina bifida. Certain birth defects are discovered only after the baby is born, for example congenital heart problems (which affects how a baby's body works) and gait and balance issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be corrected whether through surgery or medications. Some people may require aidive devices such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.

During pregnancy it is essential that pregnant mothers speak to their medical providers about any medications they take. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as diet or herbal supplements. It is essential that pregnant women are aware of the consequences of toxins and chemicals in their environment. Those who are exposed to harmful substances in the first stages of pregnancy could expose their infants to a higher risk of certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The highly experienced birth defect attorneys at LK have represented parents and children in lawsuits related to toxic chemical exposure as well as cases brought due to complications with medical treatment.

Misdiagnosis

Birth defects can affect any aspect of the human body, and can have an impact on the appearance or function. Some birth defects are more obvious than other, but can still be life-altering. The majority of parents are informed about the existence of an anomaly in the birth within the first year following birth, or even a few years later.

Depending on the severity, the condition may require immediate surgical or medical attention to ease the symptoms and improve the function. Failure to recognize the problem could have serious implications. A medical malpractice attorney who is experienced dealing with cases of medical malpractice can help determine the value of your claim.

A successful medical negligence claim will reimburse you and your family for the losses you have suffered. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can assist you through the legal system and focus on the future of your family.

Senior partner Dennis Donnelly settled this wrongful birth failure in a prenatal diagnosis case on behalf of a Mother and birth defect her infant daughter. The routine blood tests including hemoglobin electrophoresis confirmed that the Mother was a carrier of beta thalassemia and should be sent to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist for further assessment. Instead, her obstetricians wrongly interpreted the nuchal translucency measurements of the ultrasound and left the mother unaware that she had a child susceptible to Down syndrome and a heart disease.

Parents want their babies happy and healthy. If negligence by a doctor or negligence increases the risk of injuries to your child, your family deserve justice.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are frequently the reason for serious birth defects. These birth defects can be caused by chemical and physical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals, which are also referred to as teratogens, can cause harm to a foetus.

For instance, if are employed in an industry where there is an increased risk of a birth defect such as metal working or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying then you may be able to file a high-exposure claim. These types of cases are generally filed as birth defect lawsuits.

You could be qualified for compensation if you were pregnant at the time of exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. This is because an ATSDR study from 2014 ATSDR confirmed that exposure in utero to the PCE water that was contaminated at Camp Lejeune was associated with neural tube birth defects like spina bifida and anencephaly. The study also linked the same drinking water with childhood cancers including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia.

Our team has a history of obtaining compensation for those who have suffered due to exposure to toxic substances at home or at work. Our team of highly experienced lawyers will evaluate your case at no cost and help you determine the potential worth of your claim. We will work with a variety of reputable consultants, such as toxicologists, epidemiologists, geneticists, occupational medicine doctors and embryologists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child was born with an anomaly in their birth and is unable to walk, they will likely need to receive a lifetime of medical treatment. This can be extremely costly. Parents may file a civil lawsuit against those responsible for their child's illness to pay for the care. However, these claims are often complicated and must be filed within a certain time period. A skilled New York birth injury lawyer can help families navigate their options and make claims for damages.

Birth defects like Down syndrome, spinabifida and cystic fibrosis can have a major impact on a person's quality of living. A doctor can be held accountable for malpractice if they fail recognize these conditions or do not inform the patient about their risk.

Medical malpractice can happen at any stage of pregnancy or the birthing process. Physicians can be guilty of medical malpractice by failing or misdiagnosing an illness, or by not following the standard treatment in other ways.

Medical negligence is more widespread than we'd like to think. Contact us today for a an initial consultation for free if your baby was born with a medical condition which could have been caused through negligence or a lack of care. Our attorneys will review your case and determine the approximate value of your claim. We'll take care of the legal paperwork, gather your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies, and even hire experts to back your claim.