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A Birth Defect Lawyer Can Help Your Family Achieve Justice

Birth defects can have a dramatic impact on your family. It is imperative to act swiftly if a medical professional has committed malpractice during your pregnancy that caused your child's condition.

A skilled birth injury lawyer can help you file a claim against those responsible. In the meantime you should begin gathering bills, receipts and credit card statements.

Causes of Birth Defects

Birth defects can have a variety of causes. Some are caused by genetic disorders, where genes don't work properly or are missing completely (like Turner syndrome and Down syndrome). They could also be caused by chromosomal problems, where one or several chromosomes are overloaded or there are too few cells.

These issues are usually identified in utero by ultrasound or amniocentesis. A sample of amniotic liquid is taken and tested to identify genetic abnormalities and chromosomal changes. In some cases doctors may not detect the birth defect until the child is born or shows symptoms, like having an extra finger, cleft lip or club foot.

Apart from chromosomal and genetic issues birth defects can also be caused by issues with the brain or nervous system and musculoskeletal issues which affect joints, muscles, and bones. They can be mild to severe, and affect how someone looks or functions, including physical strength, ability to learn and mobility.

While some birth defects cannot be prevented, many can be prevented. Couples with an history of certain inherited disorders should consider a the possibility of genetic testing prior to trying for a baby. In addition, avoiding exposure to certain chemicals, drugs, infections and other environmental factors can reduce the chance of developing some birth defects. Medical malpractice or negligence in the treatment of a pregnant woman could also contribute to birth defects, therefore it's important to speak with an attorney who specializes in birth defects If you believe that a medical error may have caused your child's condition.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects cases that involve medical negligence are often complex and require expert testimony. A compassionate and knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer will assist your family to get justice and obtain the compensation you need to ensure that your child can lead a normal life.

Your attorney will first identify the birth defect of your child and then link it to the medical professionals involved in its birth. The lawyer will also need to identify the date when the birth defect was discovered. This is important as it will allow you to know how long you have to submit a claim prior to the statute of limitations expires.

Your attorney should be able to access any documents you have regarding the birth defect of your child, such as receipts, bills as well as credit card payments. This evidence will allow your attorney to prove the severity of your child's injuries as well as determine the types of compensation you are entitled to receive.

Birth defects can be caused by a myriad of factors, including genetic conditions medications or chemicals or exposure to diseases and infections. The majority of birth defects are not the result of negligence or medical malpractice. Medical malpractice claims are only valid when a doctor is not performing his duty of care and this failure results in a birth injury.

Drugs

A birth defect is a malformed growth in one part of the body of a baby that occurs at birth or is developed during pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control explains that these defects may affect any part of the body of the baby and vary from mild to danger.

Often, these conditions are a result of genetics or mother's lifestyle. In some cases, medical malpractice may be the cause of the child's illness. A Hyattsville birth defect lawyer can help parents identify the cause of their child's condition and take legal actions.

The use of drugs can cause serious birth defects in the fetus. These substances, often referred to as teratogens, comprise both prescription drugs and illegal street drugs. Thalidomide was once widely used as a sleep aid and anti-nausea pregnancy medicine but it proved to cause some of the most devastating birth defects ever recorded. It caused limb defects, mental and physical impairments, as well as other physical impairments.

Doctors have a duty of care to be aware of the dangers associated with certain medication they prescribe to pregnant women. If they fail to do so they may be guilty of malpractice. Pharmacies and pharmaceutical firms have an obligation to warn women about the risks of taking their products.

Toxic Exposure

While many birth defects are a result of a genetic defect that cannot have been prevented, some of them are caused by exposure to toxic chemicals in the uterus. These substances may be present in medications that pregnant mothers are prescribed as well as in environmental contaminants at home or at work, or in toxic chemical substances in workplaces. These chemicals, referred to as teratogens can cause serious birth defects, such as spina bifida. They may also trigger degenerative delays, skeletal anomalies in the brain, as well as muscular dystrophy.

Certain toxins, such as arsenic, cadmium, and arsenic can be found in drinking water as well as soil. Lead is a typical contaminant that can be found in the walls of your home, paint, art materials plastics, cosmetics and many other products. Other toxins include pharmaceuticals, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which have been proven to increase the risk of birth defects.

A lawyer who specializes on birth defects can help parents determine if a particular drug or chemical caused their child's birth injury. In these instances, our lawyers can file a products liability claim against the chemical or drug manufacturer that designed and manufactured a dangerous drug. In addition, we may make a claim against doctors who prescribe drugs that have been known to have adverse side effects on pregnant women.