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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 receive the funds they need. These lawyers can put together an appeal package for the malpractice insurance company as well as gather evidence and employ experts, among others.

Raising a child with a serious birth defect can be stressful and expensive. Normandie Law Firm is a top-rated firm that can evaluate your case to determine its value.

Medications

Certain environmental factors, such as drugs and medications taken by pregnant women, could increase the risk of having birth defects. Certain birth defects are caused by mutations in chromosomes or genes and these mutations often run through families. Other birth defects can be caused by specific actions and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. These include drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and using illegal drugs.

Certain birth defects can be identified before the baby is born, such as spina-bifida and cleft lip/palate. Some are only recognized after birth, like congenital heart defects (which affect the way that a baby's lungs function) or gait and balance problems like cerebral palsy. Many birth defects are treatable, either by surgery or through medicine. Some might require assistive devices like hearing aids, or wheelchairs.

It is essential for expectant mothers to discuss any medication they take with their healthcare providers during pregnancy. This includes prescription, over-the counter and herbal medications. It is also essential that pregnant women are aware of the consequences of toxins and chemicals in their surroundings. If pregnant women are exposed to harmful chemicals or substances in the early stages of their pregnancy, they could increase the chance that their infants will be born with certain birth defects, including spinal muscle atrophy as well as fetal Alcohol Syndrome. The skilled birth defects attorneys at LK have successfully represented parents and children in cases that involve exposure to toxic chemicals as well as cases filed due to complications from medical treatments.

The wrong diagnosis

Birth defects can affect any part of the human body, and can have a significant impact on its appearance or function. Certain birth defects are more apparent than others, but they can be just as severe and life-altering. The majority of parents are informed about the presence of a birth defect within the first year after birth or even years later.

Depending on the severity, the problem may require urgent surgical treatment or medical intervention to alleviate symptoms and improve function. Failure to identify the issue can also have serious consequences. A medical malpractice lawyer who has expertise in handling cases involving medical malpractice can assist you to determine the worth of your claim.

A successful medical negligence claim will compensate your family and you for the loss. A birth defect lawyer with experience will assist you in the legal process and concentrate on the future of your family.

Senior partner Dennis Donnelly settled this wrongful birth failure in a prenatal diagnosis on behalf of a mother and her baby daughter. Regular blood tests, including hemoglobin electrophoresis revealed that the Mother was the carrier of beta thalassemia. She should have been taken to a maternal fetal medicine specialist to further evaluate. Instead, her obstetricians wrongly interpreted the nuchal translucency measurements from the ultrasound. They also left the mother unaware that she was carrying a child who was susceptible to Down syndrome and an heart condition.

Parents want their children to be healthy and happy. If the negligence of a doctor or inattention increases the risk of injury to your child, your family members should be treated with respect.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are frequently the cause of birth defects. They are caused by physical and chemical substances found in food, air and water. These chemicals are known as Teratogens. They may have negative effects on a pregnant fetus.

For example, if you work in an area that has a higher risk of a birth defect such as metal working, smelting, paint manufacturing or pesticide spraying, you may be able to file a high-exposure claim. These kinds of cases are usually filed as birth defect lawsuits.

You may be eligible for compensation if you were pregnant at the time of exposure to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. A 2014 study by ATSDR found that in the utero period PCE contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune is associated with neural tube defects like spina bifida or anencephaly. The study also linked drinking water with childhood cancers, including non-Hodgkin's lupus and Leukemia.

Our team has a proven track record of obtaining compensation for victims of injuries resulting from to exposures to toxic substances in their homes or at work. Our team of skilled attorneys will review your case and provide free advice regarding the worth of your claim. We will collaborate with a range of experienced consultants, including toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists occupational medicine doctors, and embryologists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child is born with a birth defect it could mean they have to receive ongoing medical treatment. This can be very costly. Parents can file a civil claim against those responsible for their child's health condition to pay for the treatment. These claims can be a bit complicated and must be filed in the shortest time frame. An experienced New York Birth Defect Lawsuit injury lawyer can assist families in navigating their options and ultimately file the claim for damages.

Birth defects such as Down syndrome spina bifida, spina bifida, as well cystic fibrosis can have a significant impact on an individual's quality of life. If a physician fails to detect these conditions or fails to inform patients of their potential risk, they could be held liable for negligence.

Medical malpractice can happen at any point during pregnancy or during the birthing process. A doctor can be guilty of error by not diagnosing a condition, or misdiagnosing an medical condition, or breaking the standard of medical care in other ways.

Medical negligence is more common than we'd like. Contact us today toll-free for an initial consultation for free if your baby was born with a condition that could have been caused due to negligence or malpractice. Our lawyers can analyze the case and determine the value of your claim. We'll handle the legal paperwork, gather your evidence, negotiate with insurance companies and also hire experts to testify on your behalf in support of your claim.