An Easy-To-Follow Guide To Birth Defect Law
Birth Defect Settlement - How a Lawyer Can Help Families Get the Money They Need
A skilled lawyer who is knowledgeable about birth defects can help families get the money they need. They can draft a request package for the malpractice insurance company as well as gather evidence and employ experts, in addition to other things.
Being a parent of a child with a serious birth defect is stressful and costly. Normandie Law Firm is a top-rated law firm that can analyze your case to determine its estimated value.
Medicines
Medications and drugs used by pregnant women, as well as certain environmental factors can increase the risk of birth defects. Certain birth defects are caused by changes in genes or chromosomes, and these changes are often passed down through families. Other birth defects are caused by specific behaviors or exposure to chemicals while pregnant. This includes drinking alcohol, smoking, and taking illegal substances.
Certain birth defects can be identified before the baby is born, for example spina-bifida and cleft lip/palate. Some birth defects are only discovered after the baby is born, like congenital cardiac defects (which affects how a baby's body works) and balance and gait issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be treated whether through surgery or medications. Some may require assistive devices for example, hearing aids or wheelchairs.
During pregnancy, it's essential for expectant mothers to speak with their health care providers regarding any medication they are taking. This includes prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, as well dietary or herbal supplements. It is also essential for pregnant women to be aware of the effects toxins and chemicals can have on their bodies. If they are exposed harmful substances in the early stages of pregnancy may expose their babies to a greater risk of certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The skilled 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
A birth defect can affect almost every part of the body and significantly influence appearance or lawsuits function. Certain birth defects are more evident than other, but can be life-altering. Parents are typically informed of the existence of a birth deformity within the first year following birth, or perhaps several years later.
Depending on the severity of the problem may require urgent surgical or medical treatment to reduce the symptoms and improve the function. Failure to identify the issue can result in serious consequences. A medical malpractice lawyer who is experienced in dealing with medical malpractice can help you determine the value of your case.
A successful medical negligence case will pay you and your family for the loss. A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can guide you through the legal process and allow you to concentrate on your family's future.
Senior partner Dennis Donnelly settled this wrongful birth failure in prenatal diagnosis on behalf of a mother and her newborn daughter. The routine blood tests including hemoglobin electrophoresis proved that the Mother was infected with beta thalassemia. She ought to have been directed to a maternal fetal medicine specialist for further examination. Her obstetricians interpreted the nuchal transparency measurements incorrectly and failed to inform the mother that her child was at risk of Down syndrome and heart disease.
Parents want their babies happy and healthy. If a doctor's negligence or negligence increases the risk of injury, your child and your family deserve justice.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposures are often the cause of serious birth defects. These birth defects can be caused by physical and chemical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals, referred to as teratogens, can affect a female fetus.
For instance, if are employed in an industry in which there is a greater possibility of birth defects like metal working or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying then you could have a high-exposure claim. These kinds of cases are typically filed as birth defect lawsuits.
If you were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you may be eligible to receive settlement. A study from 2014 by ATSDR discovered that in utero PCE drinking water contaminated by PCE at Camp Lejeune is associated with neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, or anencephaly. The study also found a link between drinking water and childhood cancers, including Leukemia and non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Our team has a history of obtaining compensation for victims of injuries resulting from to exposures to toxic substances at home or at work. Our experienced lawyers will evaluate your case for you at no cost and advise you on the potential worth of your claim. We will collaborate with experts such as toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists as well as occupational medicine doctors, embryologists and geneticists.
Medical Malpractice
If your child was born with an anomaly in their birth, they may need to undergo lifelong medical treatment. This can become incredibly expensive. Parents may file a claim in civil court against the individual or people responsible for their child's condition to cover the cost. These claims can be a bit complicated and must be filed in a limited time frame. An experienced New York birth injury lawyer can help families sort through their options and ultimately file claims for damages.
Birth defects like Down syndrome, spina bifida, and cystic-fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's overall quality of life. A doctor can be held accountable for negligence if they fail to detect these disorders or do not inform patients about the risks.
Medical malpractice can happen at any time during pregnancy or the birth. A physician can commit infractions of negligence for failing to identify a condition, or misdiagnosing an condition, or breaching the standard of medical care in other ways.
Medical negligence is more widespread than we'd like. Contact us today for a an initial consultation for free if your child was born with a medical condition that may have been caused by negligence or malpractice. Our attorneys will review the case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll put together your evidence, negotiate insurance companies, and engage an expert witness to back your claim.
