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 obtain the money they require. Lawyers can create a demand package for the malpractice holder, gather evidence, engage experts and more.

A child born with an extremely serious birth defect can be stressful and costly. A reputable law firm, such as Normandie Law Firm, can evaluate your case and determine the estimated value.

Medicines

Certain environmental factors, like medication and drugs taken by pregnant women, may increase the risk of birth defects. Some birth defects may be caused by mutations in genes or chromosomes. These mutations are usually passed through families. Other birth problems are caused by specific behaviours or exposure to chemicals during pregnant. Smoking, drinking alcohol, and using illegal drugs are just a few examples.

Certain birth defects are visible before the baby is born, for example spina-bifida or cleft lip/palate. Other birth defects are only discovered after birth, such as congenital heart defects (which affect how a baby's heart works) or balance and gait issues such as cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be treated through surgery or medicine. Some people may require assistive devices, such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.

During pregnancy, it's important that mothers-to-be talk to their healthcare providers about any medications they take. This includes prescriptions, over-the-counter and herbal medicines. It is also crucial for pregnant women to be aware of the adverse effects toxins and chemicals can have on their bodies. If they are exposed harmful substances in the first stages of pregnancy could expose their children to a higher risk of certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defect attorneys at LK have represented parents and children in lawsuits related to toxic chemical exposure, and also in cases filed because of medical treatment.

Incorrect diagnosis

A birth defect can affect nearly any body part and can significantly affect the way you look or function. Some are more obvious than others, but they can be just as severe and life-altering. Most often, parents learn about the existence of an anomaly in the birth within the first year after birth, or perhaps a few years later.

Depending on the degree of the defect it could require urgent medical intervention or surgery to relieve symptoms and improve performance. In the event of a delay in diagnosis, it could have serious implications. A medical malpractice attorney with experience dealing with cases of medical malpractice can help determine the value of your case.

A successful medical malpractice claim will compensate your family and you for your losses. A competent birth defect lawyer can assist you through the legal process, allowing you to focus on your family's future.

Senior partner Dennis Donnelly settled this wrongful birth defect lawsuit failure in a prenatal diagnosis case on behalf of a Mother and her newborn daughter. Regular blood tests, such as hemoglobin electrophoresis, revealed that the Mother was diagnosed with beta Thalassemia. She should have been referred for further examination to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. The obstetricians had interpreted the nuchal transparency measurements incorrectly and did not inform the mother that her child was at risk of developing Down syndrome and heart disease.

Parents want their babies to be healthy and happy. Your child and your family members should be held accountable if a physician's negligence or inattention increases the risk of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the cause of a birth defect. These birth defects can be caused by chemical and physical substances in food, air and water. These chemicals, also known as teratogens, may affect a fetus.

For instance, if you are employed in a field that is at risk of having an increased risk of a birth defect like metal working or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying, you could be subject to a high-exposure claim. These types of cases are usually filed as birth defect lawsuits.

If you were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you may be eligible for a settlement. A study from 2014 by ATSDR discovered that in the 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 linked the same drinking water with childhood cancers including non-Hodgkin lymphoma as well as leukemia.

Our team has a long history of obtaining compensation successfully for those who have suffered due to toxic exposures at home or at work. Our experienced lawyers will examine your case for free and advise you on the potential worth of your claim. We will work with experts such as toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists and embryologists, occupational medicine doctors and geneticists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child is suffering from any birth defect the child may require ongoing 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 health condition to pay for these costs. However the process can be complicated and have to be filed within a strict time frame. A New York birth injury attorney can assist families in navigating the options available to them and make an effective claim for damages.

Birth defects like Down syndrome spina bifida, spina cystic-fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. If a physician fails to recognize these disorders or fails to inform the patient about the risk, they could be held liable for negligence.

Medical malpractice can occur at any stage of pregnancy or during the birthing process. A doctor can be guilty of error by not diagnosing a condition, or misdiagnosing an condition, or violating the standard of medical care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more frequent than people believe. Contact us today toll-free free consultation if you believe your baby was born with a medical condition that may have been caused through negligence or a lack of care. Our lawyers can analyze the case and determine the value of your claim. We'll put together your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies and hire expert witness to prove your claim.