A Brief History History Of Birth Defect Law
Birth Defect Settlement - How a Lawyer Can Help Families Get the Money They Need
A skilled lawyer who is knowledgeable about birth defects can assist families to get the money they need. Lawyers can create a request form for the malpractice insurer to gather evidence and also hire experts, among other things.
A child born with severe birth defects is stressful and costly. Normandie Law Firm is a highly rated firm that will review your case to determine the value of your case.
Medicines
Medicines and other drugs used by pregnant women, as well as certain environmental factors can increase the risk of birth defects. Certain birth defects are caused by changes in genes or chromosomes, and the mutations typically run through families. Some other birth defects are caused by specific actions and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. These include smoking, drinking alcohol, as well as taking illegal drugs.
Certain birth defects can be identified before an infant is born like cleft lip and palate or spina bifida. Other birth defects are only discovered after birth, like congenital heart defects (which affect the way that a baby's heart functions) or gait and balance issues like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects are treatable, either by surgery or through medicine. Some may require assistive devices such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.
It is important for mothers who are expecting to discuss any medications they're taking with healthcare professionals during pregnancy. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines as well as dietary or herbal supplements. It is also essential that pregnant women are aware of the negative effects of toxins and chemicals in their surroundings. People who are exposed to harmful substances in the early stages of pregnancy could expose their infants to an increased risk for certain birth defects, including spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defects attorneys at LK have successfully represented children and parents in lawsuits involving toxic chemical exposure and cases filed due to complications from medical treatments.
Misdiagnosis
Birth issues can affect any area of the human body and have an impact on the appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others but they can be equally serious and life-altering. Most parents learn about the presence of birth defects within the first year after birth, or perhaps a few years later.
Depending on the severity of the defect could require immediate surgical treatment or medical intervention to reduce the symptoms and improve the function. Failure to identify the issue can be a serious issue. An experienced attorney for medical malpractice can help determine the value of your case.
A successful medical negligence case will pay you and your family for your losses. A knowledgeable lawyer for birth defects birth defects will assist you in navigating the legal process, allowing you to focus on your family's future.
Dennis Donnelly, a senior partner of the firm, settled this wrongful prenatal diagnosis case for the mother and her baby. Routine blood work including hemoglobin electrophoresis showed that the Mother was the carrier of beta thalassemia. She should have been referred to a maternal fetal medicine specialist for further evaluation. The obstetricians had interpreted the nuchal transparency measurements incorrectly and failed to inform the mother that her child was at risk of developing Down syndrome and heart disease.
Parents want their babies to be happy and healthy. If negligence by a doctor or carelessness increases the risk of injuries to your child, your family members should be treated with respect.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposures are frequently the cause of birth defects. These birth defects can be caused by chemical and physical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals, referred to as teratogens, can affect a foetus.
For instance, if you work in an industry in which there is a greater risk of birth defects such as metal working or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying, you could be eligible for a high exposure claim. These cases are often filed as birth defect lawsuits.
You may be entitled to compensation if were pregnant at the time of exposure to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. This is because an ATSDR study from 2014 ATSDR confirmed that 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 consumption to childhood cancers like non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and Leukemia.
Our team has a demonstrated track record of obtaining compensation for those who have suffered the effects of toxic exposures at work or at home. Our team of lawyers will evaluate your case free of charge and provide you with advice on the potential value of your claim. We will work with a number of expert consultants, such as toxicologists geneticists, epidemiologists occupational medicine doctors, and embryologists.
Medical Malpractice
If your child is suffering from an anomaly in the birth that causes birth defects, they may require ongoing medical treatment. This can be very costly. Parents may file a claim in civil court against the person or persons responsible for their child’s condition to cover these costs. However these claims can be complex and need to be filed within a specific time period. A skilled New York birth injury lawyer can help families understand their options and successfully complete a claim for damages.
Birth defects like Down syndrome spina bifida, spina bifida, as well cystic fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. A doctor can be held accountable for malpractice if they fail to identify these conditions or do not inform the patient of the risks.
Medical malpractice can occur at any time during pregnancy or during the birthing process. A physician can commit medical malpractice for failing or misdiagnosing a medical condition, or by violating the standard of medical procedure in other ways.
Medical negligence is much more common than many believe. If you've had a baby born with a medical condition that could be the result of negligence or malpractice, call us today toll-free for a free consultation. Our attorneys can review the situation and estimate the value of your claim. We'll take care of the legal paperwork, arrange your evidence and negotiate with insurance companies, and hire expert witnesses to support your claim.