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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. These lawyers can prepare a demand form for the malpractice company, gather evidence, engage experts and more.
A child born with an ailment that is serious to birth can be stressful and costly. A reputable law firm, like Normandie Law Firm, can analyze your case and determine its estimated value.
Medicines
Certain environmental factors, such as drugs and medications taken by pregnant women, can increase the risk of birth defects. Certain birth defects are caused by genetic mutations or chromosomes. These types of mutations are typically passed down through families. Other birth defects are caused by specific behaviors or exposure to chemicals while pregnant. Drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and taking illegal drugs are all examples.
Some birth defects can be diagnosed before an infant is born for example, cleft lip and palate or spina bifida. Some birth defects are discovered only after the baby is born, such as congenital heart problems (which affects the way that a baby's body functions) and gait and balance issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth problems can be addressed via surgery or medication. Some might require assistive devices like wheelchairs or hearing aids.
It is crucial for expecting mothers to discuss any medications they're taking with 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 adverse effects chemicals and toxins can have on their bodies. If they are exposed harmful substances in the first stages of pregnancy may expose their infants to a higher risk of developing certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defect lawyers at LK have represented children and their parents in cases involving toxic chemical exposure, as well as cases brought because of complications from medical treatment.
The wrong diagnosis
A birth defect can impact virtually any body part and significantly influence the way you look or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others, but they can be equally serious and life-altering. Parents are usually informed of the birth defect within the first year following birth, or perhaps years later.
Depending on the severity, the defect may require immediate surgical or medical treatment to relieve the symptoms and improve the function. A failure to diagnose can be a serious issue. A medical malpractice attorney who has expertise in dealing with medical malpractice can help determine the value of your claim.
A successful medical malpractice claim will be able to compensate your family as well as you for your losses. A competent birth defect lawyer can help you navigate 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 case on behalf of a mother and her baby daughter. Regular blood tests, such as hemoglobin electrophoresis revealed that the Mother carried beta thalassemia. She ought to have been referred for further examination by a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Instead, her obstetricians wrongly misinterpreted the measurements of nuchal translucency from the ultrasound. They also left the mother unaware that she was pregnant with a child susceptible to Down syndrome and an underlying heart condition.
Parents want their babies happy and healthy. If negligence by a doctor or carelessness increases the chance of injuries to your child, your family deserve justice.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposures can often be the cause of a birth defects. They are caused by physical and chemical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals are called Teratogens. They can have negative effects on a fetus.
For instance, if work in an area where there is an increased chance of having a birth defect such as metal working, smelting, paint manufacturing or pesticide spraying, then you could be eligible for a high exposure claim. These cases are typically filed as birth defect lawsuits.
If you were exposed to drinking water contaminated by PCE at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you could be eligible for settlement. This is due to the study conducted in 2014 by ATSDR confirmed that in utero exposure to the PCE contaminated water at Camp Lejeune was associated with neural tube birth defects like spina bifida and anencephaly. The study also identified drinking water to childhood cancers, such as Leukemia and non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Our team has a demonstrated track record of winning compensation for those who suffered the effects of toxic exposures at work or at home. Our team of highly experienced attorneys will examine your case and provide you with free advice on the value of your claim. We will collaborate with experts like toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists embryologists, occupational medicine doctors and geneticists.
Medical Malpractice
If your child was born with a birth defect or defect, they could need to undergo lifelong medical treatment. This can be incredibly costly. Parents may file a civil lawsuit against the people responsible for their child's illness to pay for the care. These claims can be complicated and must be filed within an extremely short time. A New York birth injury attorney can assist families in navigating the options available to them and complete an effective claim for damages.
Birth defects like Down syndrome, spina-bifida and cystic fibrosis could have a significant impact on an individual's quality of life. A doctor can be held responsible for malpractice if they fail identify these conditions or do not inform patients about their risk.
Medical malpractice can occur at any time during pregnancy or the birthing process. Physicians can be guilty of medical malpractice by not or misdiagnosing an illness or by violating the standard of treatment in other ways.
Medical negligence is more widespread than we'd like. If you have a baby born with a medical condition that could be the result of negligence or malpractice, contact us toll-free today for a free consultation. Our attorneys will review the situation and estimate the value of your claim. We'll handle the legal paperwork, collect your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies, and hire expert witnesses to support your claim.