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

A skilled lawyer for birth defects can assist families to get the money they need. Lawyers can create a demand package for the malpractice carrier, gather evidence, hire experts and much more.

Raising a child who has severe birth defects is stressful and expensive. A top-rated law firm, such as Normandie Law Firm, can analyze your case and determine the value of your case.

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 mutations in genes or chromosomes. These mutations are usually passed down through families. Some other birth defects are caused by certain behaviors and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. These include smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking illegal substances.

Some birth defects can be identified before the birth of the infant for example, cleft lips and palate or spina bifida. Some are only recognized 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 via surgery or medication. Some might require assistive devices like hearing aids, or wheelchairs.

It is crucial for expecting mothers to discuss any medication they are taking with their health care providers during pregnancy. This includes prescription, 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. Anyone who is exposed to harmful substances during the early phases of pregnancy could expose their babies to a higher risk of developing certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The highly experienced birth defects lawyers at LK have successfully represented parents and children in cases which involve exposure to toxic chemicals and also cases filed due to medical treatments.

Incorrect diagnosis

Birth problems can affect any part of the human body, and can have an impact on its appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others, but they can be equally grave and life-threatening. Most parents learn about the presence of birth defects within the first year following birth, or even a few years later.

Depending on the severity of the problem, it could require immediate medical intervention or surgery to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. In the event of a delay in diagnosis, it could have serious implications. A medical malpractice attorney who has experience in dealing with medical malpractice can help you determine the value of your claim.

A successful medical malpractice claim will pay your family and you for the losses you have suffered. A skilled birth defect lawyer can guide you through the legal process and allow you to concentrate 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 her baby daughter. Routine blood work including hemoglobin electrophoresis confirmed that the Mother was a carrier of beta thalassemia. She ought to be sent to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist to further evaluate. Instead, her obstetricians wrongly took the nuchal translucency measurements from the ultrasound. They also deprived the mother of knowing she was pregnant with a child at risk of developing Down syndrome and an heart condition.

Parents want their children to be healthy and happy. Your family and child deserve justice when a doctor's negligence or inattention increases the risk of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the reason for serious birth defects. These defects can be caused by chemical and physical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals, also known as teratogens may affect a embryo.

For instance, if work in an area in which there is a greater risk of birth defects such as metal working, smelting, paint manufacturing or pesticide spraying then you could be subject to a high-exposure claim. These types of cases are commonly filed as Birth Defect Lawsuit defect lawsuits.

If you were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you may be qualified to receive settlement. This is due to the fact that an ATSDR study from 2014 ATSDR confirmed that in utero exposure to the PCE polluted water at Camp Lejeune was associated with neural tube birth defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly. The study also linked the same drinking water to childhood cancers, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia.

Our team has a demonstrated track record of winning compensation for people who suffered from toxic exposures at workplace or at home. Our team of skilled attorneys will review your case and offer free advice on the value of your claim. We will work with experts, including toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists, occupational medicine doctors, embryologists and geneticists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child was born with an anomaly in their birth it could mean they have to undergo lifelong medical treatment. This can be very costly. Parents can file a complaint in civil court against the people responsible for their child's health condition to pay for these costs. These claims can be a bit complicated and must be filed in the timeframe of. A New York birth injury attorney can help families navigate the options available to them and complete an effective claim for damages.

Birth defects like Down syndrome spina Bifida, spina bifida and cystic fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. If a physician fails to catch these disorders or fail to inform the patient of their risk, they may be held liable for malpractice.

Medical malpractice can happen at any time during pregnancy or the birth. Medical professionals can be found guilty of negligence by failing to recognize a disorder, misdiagnosing a condition, or breaching the standard of care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more common than we'd like to think. If you've had a baby born with a medical condition that could be the result of negligence or malpractice, call us today toll-free for a free consultation. Our attorneys will review the case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll organize your evidence, negotiate insurance companies and hire expert witness to prove your claim.