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Birth Defect Settlement - How a Lawyer Can Help Families Get the Money They Need
A seasoned birth defect lawyer can help families obtain the money they need. Lawyers can create an application package for the malpractice insurance company collect evidence, and then hire experts, in addition to other things.
A child born with severe birth defects is stressful and costly. A top-rated law firm, such as Normandie Law Firm, can analyze your case and determine the value of your case.
Medicines
Certain environmental factors, such as drugs and medications taken by pregnant women, may increase the risk for birth defects. Some birth defects can be caused by genetic mutations or chromosomes. These changes are often passed through families. Other birth defects are caused by specific habits or exposure to chemicals during pregnant. Smoking, drinking alcohol, and the use of illegal drugs are all examples.
Certain birth defects are visible before the baby is born, for example spina-bifida or cleft lip/palate. Others are discovered only upon birth, for instance congenital heart defects (which affect the way that a baby's lungs function) or gait and balance issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be treated via surgery or medication. Some may require assistive devices, such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.
It is essential for expectant mothers to discuss any medications they take with their medical professionals during pregnancy. This includes prescriptions, over-the-counter and herbal medications. It's also important that pregnant women are aware of the negative effects of chemicals and toxins that are present in their surroundings. If pregnant women are exposed to harmful chemicals or substances in the beginning of their pregnancy, they are at risk of increasing the chance that their children may develop birth defects, including spinal muscle atrophy and fetal alcohol Syndrome. The skilled birth defect attorneys at LK have represented parents and children in lawsuits related to toxic chemical exposure, as well as cases brought due to complications with medical treatment.
Incorrect diagnosis
Birth defects can affect any part of the human body and can have significant effects on its appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more obvious than others, yet they can be life-altering. Parents are typically informed of the existence of a birth deformity within the first year after birth, or even years later.
Depending on the severity of the problem, it could require immediate medical intervention or surgery to relieve symptoms and improve function. In the event of a delay in diagnosis, it could also have significant consequences. An experienced attorney for medical malpractice can help you determine the value of your case.
A successful medical negligence case will compensate you and your family for your losses. A knowledgeable lawyer for birth defects will assist you in navigating 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 newborn daughter. Routine blood work including hemoglobin electrophoresis revealed that the Mother was an antecedent of beta thalassemia. She should have been directed to a maternal fetal medicine specialist for further evaluation. Instead, her obstetricians misunderstood and interpreted the nuchal translucency measurements of the ultrasound and deprived the mother of knowing she was carrying a child who was susceptible to Down syndrome and an underlying heart condition.
Parents want their babies to be healthy and happy. If a doctor's negligence or carelessness increases the risk of injuries to your child, your family members should be treated with respect.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposures can be the reason for a serious birth defect. They are caused by physical or chemical substances that are found in food, air and water. These substances are referred to as teratogens and can cause harm to a pregnant fetus.
For example, if you are employed in a field that is at risk of having an increased possibility of birth defects like metal working, smelting, paint manufacturing or pesticide spraying then you could be subject to a high-exposure claim. These types of 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 qualified to receive an settlement. A study from 2014 by ATSDR found 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 to childhood cancers including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Leukemia.
Our team has a long history of successfully obtaining compensation for those who have suffered due to exposures to toxic substances in their homes or at work. Our team of experienced attorneys will review your case and provide free advice regarding the worth of your claim. We will work with a number of expert consultants, including toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists embryologists and occupational medicine doctors.
Medical Malpractice
If your child is born with a birth defect, they may need to receive lifelong medical treatment. This can be extremely costly. Parents may file a civil lawsuit against the responsible party for their child's condition in order to pay for the treatment. However these claims can be complicated and must be filed within a strict time period. A New York birth injury attorney can assist families in navigating the options available and submit a successful claim for damages.
Birth defects like Down syndrome, spina-bifida and cystic fibrosis could have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. If a doctor fails detect these conditions or fails to inform the patient about their potential risk, they could be held liable for negligence.
Medical malpractice can occur at any point during pregnancy or the birthing process. A physician can commit medical malpractice by not or misdiagnosing a medical condition, or by not following the standard treatment in other ways.
Medical negligence is more widespread than we'd like. Contact us today toll-free free consultation if you believe your child was born with a medical condition that may have been caused due to negligence or malpractice. Our attorneys can review your case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll gather your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies, and engage an expert witness to prove your claim.