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

A skilled lawyer for birth defects can help families get the money they need. Lawyers can create an offer package to the malpractice company, gather evidence, engage experts and much more.

Raising a child with an issue with their birth can be a stressful and costly. A reputable law firm, such as Normandie Law Firm, can examine your case and determine the estimated value.

Medicines

Certain environmental factors, such as drugs and other medications used by pregnant women, could increase the risk for birth defects. Some birth defects are caused by changes in chromosomes and genes, and the mutations typically run through families. Other birth defects are caused by certain behaviors and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Alcohol, smoking and the use of illegal drugs are all examples.

Certain birth defects can be identified before the baby is born, like spina-bifida and cleft lip/palate. Other birth defects are only discovered at 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 by medication. Some might require assistive devices like hearing aids, or wheelchairs.

During pregnancy, it's essential that mothers-to-be talk to their healthcare providers regarding any medication they are taking. This includes prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines as well as dietary or herbal supplements. It is also important for pregnant women to be aware of the adverse effects chemicals and toxins can have on their bodies. People who are exposed to harmful substances during the early phases of pregnancy could expose their infants to a greater risk of certain birth defects, including spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced 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.

Undiagnosed

A birth defect can impact virtually any body part and have a significant impact on the appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more noticeable than other, but can be life-altering. Most parents learn about the existence of a birth defect in the first year following birth, or perhaps a few years later.

Depending on the severity of the problem, it could require immediate medical attention or surgery to alleviate symptoms and improve performance. In the event of a delay in diagnosis, it could result in serious consequences. An experienced attorney for medical malpractice can help you determine the value of your case.

A successful medical malpractice case will pay your family and you for your losses. A birth defect lawyer who is skilled can assist you through the legal process and focus on the future of your family.

Dennis Donnelly, a senior partner of the firm, settled this wrong prenatal diagnosis case on behalf of the mother and her child. The routine blood tests, which included hemoglobin electrophoresis, showed that the Mother had beta Thalassemia. She should have been referred for further examination by a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Instead, her obstetricians misunderstood and took the nuchal translucency measurements of the ultrasound and deprived the mother of knowing she was carrying a child who was at risk of Down syndrome and an underlying heart condition.

Parents want their babies healthy and happy. If a medical professional's negligence or negligence increases the risk of injury to your child, your family members deserve justice.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures can be the cause of a birth defects. They can be caused by physical or chemical substances found in food, air and water. These chemicals are called teratogens and can have a negative effect on the foetus.

If you work in a field that there is a higher likelihood of birth defects, such as metalworking, smelting or manufacturing, you could have an opportunity to claim compensation for exposure. These kinds of cases are commonly filed as birth defect lawsuits.

If you were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune while pregnant then you could be eligible to receive a settlement. A 2014 study by ATSDR discovered that in the utero PCE drinking water that was contaminated 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 demonstrated track record of obtaining compensation for people who suffered from toxic exposures at workplace or at home. Our team of highly experienced attorneys will review your case and offer free advice on the merits of your claim. We will work with a number of expert consultants, including toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists occupational medicine doctors, and embryologists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child has an abnormal birth defect, he or she may require a lifetime of medical treatment. This can be extremely costly. Parents are able to file a civil suit against the people responsible for their child's condition in order to pay for this treatment. However the process can be complicated and must be filed within a specific timeframe. An experienced New York birth injury lawyer can assist families in navigating their options and make claims for damages.

Birth defects such as Down syndrome spina Bifida, spina bifida and cystic fibrosis can have a significant impact on a person's overall quality of life. A doctor could be held responsible for negligence if they fail to identify these conditions or do not inform the patient about their risks.

Medical malpractice can happen at any point during pregnancy or the birth. Physicians can be guilty of malpractice by failing to diagnose an illness, misdiagnosing the disease, or ignoring the standard of medical care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more prevalent than we'd like to think. Contact us now toll-free for free consultation if you believe your child was born with a condition that may have been caused by negligence or other malpractice. Our attorneys can review your case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll gather your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies and employ expert witnesses to back your claim.