Five Things Everyone Makes Up 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 a demand package for the malpractice holder, gather evidence, employ experts and more.

Raising a child who has severe birth defects is stressful and expensive. Normandie Law Firm is a highly rated firm that will review your case to determine its estimated value.

Medicines

Certain environmental factors, like drugs and other medications used by pregnant women, 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 in families. Other birth defects are caused by certain behaviors and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. This includes drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and using illegal drugs.

Certain birth defects can be identified before the baby is born, such as cleft lip/palate or spina-bifida. Others are only identified after birth, like congenital heart defects (which affect the way a baby's heart functions) or gait and balance issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be addressed via surgery or medication. Some may require assistive devices, for example, hearing aids or wheelchairs.

It is essential for expectant mothers to discuss any medications they are taking with their health care providers during pregnancy. This includes prescription, over-the counter and herbal medications. It is crucial for pregnant women to be aware of the effects chemicals and toxins can cause on their bodies. Those who are exposed to harmful substances during the early stages of pregnancy could expose their babies to an increased risk for certain birth defects, such as spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defect attorneys at LK have represented parents and children in cases involving toxic chemical exposure as well as cases filed due to complications with medical treatment.

Incorrect diagnosis

A birth defect can affect almost every body part and profoundly affect the appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others but they can be equally devastating and life-changing. Most parents learn about the presence of an anomaly in the birth within the first year following birth, or perhaps a few years later.

Depending on the degree of the defect it could require medical attention or surgery to alleviate symptoms and improve performance. Failure to recognize the problem could also have serious consequences. A seasoned medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine the worth of your case.

A successful medical malpractice claim will be able to compensate your family as well as you for your losses. A birth defect lawyer who is experienced can assist you through the legal process and focus on the future of your family.

Dennis Donnelly, a senior partner of the firm, resolved this wrongful prenatal diagnosis case for a mother and her infant. Routine blood tests, including hemoglobin electrophoresis, showed that the Mother was suffering from beta Thalassemia. She should have been referred to for further evaluation to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Instead, her obstetricians incorrectly interpret the nuchal translucency results from the ultrasound and prevented the mother from knowing she was carrying a child who was at risk of Down syndrome and a heart disease.

Parents want their babies happy and healthy. Your family and child deserve justice when a doctor's carelessness or negligence increases the chance of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the reason behind a serious birth defect. These birth defects are caused by chemical and physical substances in food, air and water. These chemicals, referred to as teratogens, may cause harm to the foetus.

For instance, if work in an industry that is at risk of having an increased chance of having a birth defect such as metalworking, smelting, paint manufacturing 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.

If you were exposed to drinking water contaminated by PCE at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you may be qualified to receive a settlement. A study in 2014 conducted by ATSDR discovered that in the utero period PCE contaminated drinking water 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 and Leukemia.

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

Medical Malpractice

If your child has a birth defect and is born with a defect, they could have to undergo a life-long medical treatment. This can be very costly. Parents can file a civil claim against the responsible party for their child's condition to cover the cost of this treatment. However, these claims are often complicated and must be filed within a strict timeframe. An experienced New York birth injury lawyer can help families navigate their options and make the claim for birth defect lawsuits damages.

Birth defects such as Down syndrome, spina bifida, and cystic fibrosis have a major impact on a person's overall quality of life. If a doctor fails identify these disorders or fails to inform the patient about the risk, they could be held liable for malpractice.

Medical malpractice can occur at any stage of pregnancy or during the birthing process. Physicians can be guilty of medical malpractice by not or misdiagnosing a medical condition, or by not following the standard treatment in other ways.

Medical negligence is far more common than many think. Contact us today toll-free an initial consultation for free if your child was born with a medical condition that could have been caused due to negligence or malpractice. Our attorneys will review your case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll gather your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies and hire expert witness to prove your claim.