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

A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can assist families get the money they need. These lawyers can prepare a demand package for the malpractice insurance company, collect evidence, engage experts and more.

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

Medicines

Certain environmental factors, including the use of drugs and medications by pregnant women, can increase the risk for birth defects. Certain birth defects are caused by mutations in genes or chromosomes. These changes are often passed down through families. Other birth defects are caused by certain behaviours or exposure to chemicals during pregnant. Smoking, drinking alcohol and taking illegal drugs are all examples.

Certain birth defects can be recognized before an infant is born for example, cleft lips and palate or spina bifida. Some are only recognized after birth, such as congenital heart defects (which affect the way that a baby's lungs function) or balance and gait problems such as cerebral palsy. Many birth problems can be addressed either surgically or with medication. Some may need assistive devices, such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.

During pregnancy, it's important for expectant mothers to speak with their medical professionals regarding any medication they are taking. This includes prescription, over-the-counter and herbal medications. It is crucial for pregnant women to be aware of the effects chemicals and toxins can cause on their bodies. Those who are exposed to harmful substances in the first stages of pregnancy can expose their children to a greater risk of certain birth defects, like spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defect attorneys at LK have represented children and their parents in cases involving toxic chemical exposure, as well as cases filed because of complications from medical treatment.

Misdiagnosis

A birth defect can affect nearly any part of the body and profoundly affect function or appearance. Some birth defects are more apparent than others, yet they could still have life-altering effects. Parents are typically aware of the birth defect within the first year following birth, or even years later.

Depending on the degree of the defect, it could require medical intervention or surgery to relieve symptoms and improve the function. Failure to identify the issue can also have significant consequences. A medical malpractice lawyer who has expertise dealing with cases of medical malpractice can assist you to determine the worth of your claim.

A successful medical negligence claim will be able to compensate your family and you for your losses. A birth defect lawyer who is skilled can assist you through the legal process and concentrate 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 infant daughter. Routine blood tests, including hemoglobin electrophoresis showed that the Mother had beta thalassemia. She should have been referred to for an additional examination by a maternal and fetal medicine specialist. Instead, her obstetricians incorrectly interpreted the nuchal translucency measurements from the ultrasound and deprived the mother of knowing she was carrying a child who was at risk of developing Down syndrome and a heart disease.

Parents want their babies happy and healthy. Your family and child should be held accountable if a physician's carelessness or negligence increases the chance of injury.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the reason for a serious birth defect. They can be caused by physical or chemical substances that are found in food, air and water. These substances, also referred to as teratogens, may have a negative impact on a foetus.

For instance, if you work in an industry in which there is a greater chance of having a birth defect such as metalworking or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying then you could have a high-exposure claim. These types of cases are usually filed as birth defect lawsuits.

If you were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you could be eligible for an settlement. A study from 2014 by ATSDR found that in utero PCE drinking water that is contaminated at Camp Lejeune is associated with neural tube defects, such as spina bifida or anencephaly. The study also linked drinking water to childhood cancers such as non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and Leukemia.

Our team has a history of obtaining compensation successfully for those who have suffered due to exposures to toxic substances in their homes or at work. Our experienced lawyers will assess your case for you at no cost and provide you with advice on the potential value of your claim. We will collaborate with a variety of reputable consultants, such as toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists occupational medicine doctors, and embryologists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child has an abnormal birth defect, he or she may have to undergo a life-long medical treatment. This can become incredibly expensive. Parents may file a civil lawsuit against the person responsible for their child's health condition to cover the cost of this treatment. However these claims can be complicated and have to be filed within a strict time period. A seasoned New York birth injury lawyer can help families understand their options and help them successfully file claims for damages.

Birth defects like Down syndrome, spina bifida, and cystic-fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's overall quality of life. If a physician fails to detect these conditions or fails to inform patients of the risk, they could be held accountable for malpractice.

Medical malpractice can happen at any point during pregnancy or the birthing process. A doctor can be guilty of negligence by failing to recognize an illness, misdiagnosing the medical condition, or breaking the standard of medical care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more frequent than people believe. Contact us now toll-free for an appointment for a no-cost consultation if your baby was born with a medical condition that could have been caused by negligence or other malpractice. Our lawyers will review the case and determine the value of your claim. We'll put together your evidence, negotiate insurance companies and find an expert witness to support your claim.