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

A skilled birth defect lawyer can assist families obtain the money they require. They can draft a request package for the malpractice insurance company as well as gather evidence and employ experts, among other things.

A child born with a serious birth defect is stressful and expensive. A reputable law firm, like Normandie Law Firm, can analyze your case and determine the estimated value.

Medicines

Drugs and medicines used by pregnant women, as well as certain environmental factors can increase the risk of birth defects. Some birth defects are caused by changes in chromosomes or genes and these mutations often run in families. Other birth defects are caused due to specific actions or exposure to chemicals during pregnant. These include drinking alcohol, smoking, and taking illegal drugs.

Some birth defects are detectable before the baby is born, for example cleft lip/palate or spina-bifida. Certain birth defects are discovered only after the baby is born, like congenital cardiac problems (which affects the way that a baby's body functions) and balance and gait issues, such as cerebral palsy. Many birth defects can be addressed, either by surgery or medication. Some might require assistive devices, such as wheelchairs or hearing aids.

During pregnancy, it's essential that pregnant mothers speak to their medical professionals regarding any medication they are taking. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well dietary or herbal supplements. It's also important that pregnant women are aware of the consequences 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 likelihood that their babies will develop birth defects like spinal muscle atrophy or fetal Alcohol Syndrome. The highly experienced birth defects lawyers at LK have successfully represented parents and children in cases concerning exposure to toxic chemicals and also cases filed due to medical treatments.

Undiagnosed

Birth problems can affect any part of the human body and may have significant effects on its appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others however, they can be just as devastating and life-changing. Parents are usually informed of the birth defect within the first year of birth, or perhaps many years later.

Depending on the severity of the defect could require immediate medical treatment or surgery to ease the symptoms and improve the function. Failure to recognize the problem could be a serious issue. An experienced medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine the value of your case.

A successful medical negligence case will pay you and your family for the losses you have suffered. A knowledgeable Birth Defect Law Firms defect lawyer will assist you in navigating the legal process which will allow you to concentrate on your family's future.

Dennis Donnelly, a senior partner at the firm, settled this wrongful prenatal diagnosis case for the mother and her child. Routine blood tests, including hemoglobin electrophoresis, showed that the Mother was diagnosed with beta Thalassemia. She should have been referred to for further examination to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Her obstetricians 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 children to be healthy and happy. Your child and your family members are entitled to justice if a doctor's negligence or inattention increases the risk of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures can often be the cause of serious birth defect. These birth defects are caused by physical and chemical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals are called teratogens and can have negative effects on the fetus.

For instance, if you are employed in an industry in which there is a greater chance of having a birth defect like metal working, smelting, paint manufacturing or pesticide spraying, you could be eligible for a high exposure claim. These cases are usually 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 an settlement. This is due to the study conducted in 2014 by ATSDR confirmed that exposure in utero to the PCE contamination of the water at Camp Lejeune was associated with neural tube birth defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. The study also found a link between drinking water consumption to childhood cancers, such as Leukemia and non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Our team has a proven track record of obtaining compensation for people who have suffered because of toxic exposures at workplace or at home. Our team of experienced attorneys will review your case and provide free advice on the value of your claim. We will work with a variety of highly skilled consultants, including toxicologists geneticists, epidemiologists embryologists and occupational medicine doctors.

Medical Malpractice

If your child is born with an anomaly in their birth and is unable to walk, they will likely need to receive lifelong medical treatment. This can be extremely expensive. Parents are able to file a civil suit against the person responsible for their child's condition in order to pay for this care. These claims can be a bit complicated and must be filed within the shortest time frame. An experienced New York birth injury lawyer can help families navigate their options and ultimately file a claim for damages.

Birth defects like Down syndrome spina bifida, spina cystic fibrosis can have a significant impact on an individual's quality of life. A doctor can be held responsible for malpractice if they fail to identify these conditions or do not inform patients about their risks.

Medical malpractice can occur at any time during pregnancy or the birthing process. A physician can commit medical malpractice for failing or misdiagnosing an illness or by breaching the standard care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more widespread than we'd like to think. Contact us today toll-free a free consultation if your baby was born with a condition that may have been caused by negligence or malpractice. Our attorneys can review your case and determine the approximate value of your claim. We'll take care of the legal paperwork, gather your evidence and negotiate with insurance companies, and recruit experts to testify on your behalf in support of your claim.