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 to get the money they need. Lawyers can create an appeal package for the malpractice insurer as well as gather evidence and birth employ experts, among other things.

The raising of a child with an extremely serious birth defect can be stressful and costly. A top-rated law firm, like Normandie Law Firm, can evaluate your case and determine the value of your case.

Medicines

Certain environmental triggers, such as drugs and medications taken by pregnant women, can increase the risk for birth defects. Some birth defects may be caused by mutations in genes or chromosomes. These mutations are often passed through families. Other birth defects can be caused by specific actions and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Alcohol, smoking and taking illegal drugs are a few examples.

Some birth defects can be diagnosed before the baby is born for example, cleft lips and palate or spina bifida. Others are discovered only at birth, such as congenital heart defects (which affect the way that a baby's heart functions) or balance and gait problems such as cerebral palsy. A lot of birth defects can be treated, either by surgery or through medicine. Some might require assistive devices, like hearing aids, or wheelchairs.

During pregnancy, it's crucial for expectant mothers to speak with their health care providers about any medications they take. This includes prescriptions, over-the-counter and herbal medications. It is also important for pregnant women to be aware of the adverse effects toxins and chemicals can have on their bodies. Those who are exposed to harmful substances during the initial stages of pregnancy may expose their children to an increased risk for certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The skilled birth defect attorneys at LK have represented children and their parents in cases involving toxic chemical exposure as well as cases brought due to medical treatment.

The wrong diagnosis

A birth defect can impact virtually any body part and can significantly affect function or appearance. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others but they can be just as grave and life-threatening. Most parents learn about the existence of a birth defect within the first year after birth, or even a few years later.

Depending on the severity of the problem, it could require immediate medical treatment or surgery to ease symptoms and improve function. A failure to identify the issue could also have serious consequences. An experienced medical malpractice lawyer can assist you in determining the value of your case.

A successful medical malpractice claim will provide your family and yourself for the losses you have suffered. A birth defect lawyer who is skilled can assist you through the legal process and focus on the future of your family.

Senior partner Dennis Donnelly settled this wrongful birth failure in prenatal diagnosis on behalf of a Mother and her baby daughter. Routine blood work including hemoglobin electrophoresis proved that the Mother was an antecedent of beta thalassemia. She should have been referred to a maternal fetal medicine specialist to further evaluate. The obstetricians had 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 to be healthy and happy. Your child and the family members of your child deserve justice when a doctor's negligence or carelessness increases the risk of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the cause of birth defects. They can be caused by chemical and physical substances found in food, air and water. These chemicals are known as Teratogens and may have a negative effect on the pregnant fetus.

If you are employed in a profession where there is a higher chance of birth defects, like metalworking, smelting or paint manufacturing, you may be able to file an opportunity to claim compensation for exposure. These types 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 for settlement. A study in 2014 conducted by ATSDR found 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 with childhood cancers, including Leukemia and non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Our team has a proven track record of obtaining compensation for people who suffered the effects of toxic exposures at work or at home. Our experienced lawyers will examine your case for free and help you determine the potential worth of your claim. We will collaborate with experts like toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists embryologists, occupational medicine doctors and geneticists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child is suffering from any birth defect and is born with a defect, they could have to undergo a life-long medical treatment. This can be extremely expensive. Parents may file a civil lawsuit against the responsible party for their child's condition in order to pay for the treatment. However they are often complicated and must be filed within a strict timeframe. A seasoned New York birth injury lawyer can help families sort through their options and help them successfully file a claim for damages.

Birth defects such as Down syndrome spina Bifida, spina bifida and cystic fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's overall quality of life. A doctor could be held responsible for birth negligence if they fail to detect these disorders or not inform the patient about their risks.

Medical malpractice can happen at any stage during pregnancy or birth. A physician can commit medical malpractice by not or misdiagnosing a condition, or by breaching the standard care in other ways.

Medical negligence is much more common than most people think. Contact us today toll-free an appointment for a no-cost consultation if your child was born with a medical condition which could have been caused by negligence or malpractice. Our lawyers can analyze the case and determine the value of your claim. We'll arrange your evidence, negotiate insurance companies and find an expert witness to prove your claim.