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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 receive the funds they need. These lawyers can put together a demand package for the malpractice holder, gather evidence, engage experts and much more.

Being a parent of a child with an extremely serious birth defect can be stressful and expensive. A top-rated law firm, like Normandie Law Firm, can analyze your case and determine the estimated value.

Medicines

Certain environmental triggers, such as the use of drugs and medications by women who are pregnant, can increase the risk of birth defects. Some birth defects are caused by mutations in chromosomes or genes, and these changes are often passed down in families. Other birth defects can be the result of specific behaviors and exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Smoking, drinking alcohol and using illegal drugs are just a few examples.

Certain birth defects can be identified before the baby is born. These include spina-bifida or cleft lip/palate. Some birth defects are only discovered after the baby is born, like congenital heart problems (which affects the way that a baby's body functions) and balance and gait issues, such as cerebral palsy. Many birth defects are treatable via surgery or medication. Some may require assistive devices, such as hearing aids or wheelchairs.

It is important for mothers who are expecting to discuss any medications they take with their healthcare professionals during pregnancy. This includes prescription, over-the counter and herbal medications. It is essential that pregnant women are aware of the negative effects of toxins and chemicals in their environment. Anyone who is exposed to harmful substances during the initial phases of pregnancy could expose their babies to an increased risk for certain birth defects, such as spinal muscular atrophy and fetal alcohol syndrome. The experienced birth defect lawyers at LK have represented children and their parents in cases involving toxic chemical exposure, and also cases filed due to medical treatment.

The wrong diagnosis

Birth defects can affect any aspect of the human body and may have an impact on its appearance or function. Some birth defects are more noticeable than others, but they can still have a profound impact on your life. Most of the time, parents learn about the presence of a birth defect within the first year following birth or even several years later.

Depending on the degree of the defect, it could require medical intervention or surgery to relieve symptoms and improve function. A failure to diagnose can also have serious consequences. An experienced medical malpractice attorney can help you determine the value of your case.

A successful medical malpractice claim will compensate your family and you for the losses you have suffered. A competent birth defect lawyer can assist you through the legal process so that you can concentrate on your family's future.

Dennis Donnelly, a senior partner of the firm, resolved this wrongful prenatal diagnosis case for the mother and her baby. Regular blood tests, including hemoglobin electrophoresis confirmed that the Mother was a carrier of beta thalassemia. She ought to have been taken to a maternal fetal medicine specialist for further examination. Instead, her obstetricians wrongly interpret the nuchal translucency results from the ultrasound. They also left the mother unaware that she was carrying a child that was at risk for Down syndrome and an underlying heart condition.

Parents want their babies healthy and happy. If negligence by a doctor or negligence increases the risk of injury, your child and your family deserve justice.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposures are often the cause of birth defects. These birth defects can be caused by physical and chemical substances found in air, food and water. These chemicals, which are also referred to as teratogens, can affect a female fetus.

For example, if you are employed in an industry that has a higher risk of birth defects such as metalworking or smelting, manufacturing paint or pesticide spraying, you may be able to file a high-exposure claim. These kinds of 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 may be qualified to receive settlement. This is due to the fact that the study conducted in 2014 by ATSDR confirmed that exposure in utero to the PCE water that was contaminated at Camp Lejeune was associated with neural tube birth defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. The study also linked the same drinking water with childhood cancers including non-Hodgkin lymphoma as well as leukemia.

Our team has a history of obtaining compensation for victims of injuries resulting from to exposure to toxic substances at home or at work. Our team of highly experienced attorneys will review your case and provide you with free advice on the value of your claim. We will work with experts, including toxicologists and epidemiologists, geneticists embryologists, occupational medicine doctors and geneticists.

Medical Malpractice

If your child was born with an anomaly in their birth or defect, they could need to undergo lifelong medical treatment. This can become incredibly expensive. Parents can file a civil action against those responsible for their child's condition to cover the cost of this care. However, these claims can be complicated and must be filed within a specified time period. A New York birth injury attorney can help families navigate the options available to them and submit a successful claim for damages.

Birth defects such as Down syndrome spina bifida, spina bifida, as well cystic-fibrosis have a significant impact on a person's overall quality of life. If a doctor fails catch these disorders or fail to inform the patient of their risk, they may be held accountable for malpractice.

Medical malpractice can occur at any stage during pregnancy or birth. Physicians can be guilty of negligence by failing to recognize a condition, or misdiagnosing an medical condition, or breaking the standard of care in other ways.

Medical negligence is a lot more common than most people think. Contact us now toll-free for an initial consultation for free if your child was born with a condition which could have been caused by negligence or other malpractice. Our lawyers will review your case and estimate the value of your claim. We'll gather your evidence, negotiate insurance companies, and engage an expert witness to back your claim.

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