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A birth defect law firm Defect Lawyer Can Help Your Family Achieve Justice

Birth problems can have a devastating impact on your family. If a doctor committed mistakes during your pregnancy and your child's condition was a result you should take action immediately.

An experienced birth injury lawyer can assist you in filing an action against those who are responsible. In the meantime, begin collecting receipts, bills and statements from credit cards.

Causes of Birth Defects

The exact causes of birth defects aren't always known. Some birth defects are caused by genetic problems. Genes that aren't functioning properly or absent completely (like Turner Syndrome and Down Syndrome) can trigger these. They could also be caused by chromosomal disorders, in which one or more chromosomes are either too many or there are too few cells.

These types of problems are usually detected in utero with ultrasound or amniocentesis, where amniotic fluid samples is taken and examined for chromosomal mutations and genetic anomalies. In some instances doctors may not be able to detect the birth defect before the child develops symptoms such as an extra finger, cleft lips or club feet.

In addition to chromosomal and genetic issues, birth defects can be caused by problems with the nervous system, brain and musculoskeletal problems which affect joints, muscles and bones. They can vary from mild to serious and impact a person's appearance or functioning, including their learning abilities, strength and mobility.

While some birth defects cannot be avoided, a few are. Couples who have an inheritance history of certain diseases should consider genetic screening before trying for a baby. Additionally being aware of the potential dangers of certain chemicals or medications, as well as other environmental factors can reduce the chance of certain birth defects. Medical negligence or malpractice in the care of a pregnant woman may cause birth defects. It's important to speak with an attorney for birth defects if you believe an error in medical care could have caused your child's condition.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence lawsuits that involve birth defects are usually complex and require expert medical testimony. A medical malpractice lawyer who is caring and skilled can help you and your family receive the compensation required to ensure your child's regular life.

To determine if you are in a medical malpractice case the attorney will begin by identifying your child's birth defect before linking it to the medical professionals involved in the delivery. Your attorney should also be aware of the date the date that the birth defect of your child was diagnosed. This is important since it will help you know how long you'll need to file a claim before the statute of limitations runs out.

It is also crucial that your attorney has access to your medical records and any other documents that you have that relate to the birth defect that your child has such as receipts, bills and credit card payment receipts. This information will help your attorney prove the extent of your child's injuries and determine what compensation you are entitled to receive.

Birth defects can be caused by a variety of causes, including genetic conditions and medications, or exposure to diseases and infections. However, the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical malpractice or other form of negligence. Medical malpractice claims are only valid if a physician does not fulfill his or her duty of care and this negligence causes a birth injury.

Drugs

Birth defects are conditions that appear in a baby's body at birth or during pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) explain that these birth defects can affect any body part and vary from mild to life-threatening.

These ailments are usually the result of the mother's lifestyle or genetics. In some instances medical malpractice may be the cause of the child's illness. A Hyattsville birth defect lawyer can help parents determine the cause of their child's illness, and then take legal actions.

Drugs could cause grave birth defects in the foetus. These substances, also known as teratogens, include both prescription drugs and illicit street drugs. Thalidomide is one example. It was once a commonly used sleep aid and pregnancy anti-nausea medication but proved to be one of the most devastating drug-related birth defects in the history of medicine. It caused limb reduction problems as well as other mental and physical impairments.

Doctors have a duty of care to consider the risks that come with certain medication they prescribe to pregnant women. They commit malpractice if they fail to do so. Furthermore, pharmaceutical pharmacies and companies have a responsibility to warn women of the risks involved in taking their products.

Toxic Exposure

While many birth defects are the result of an unfortunate genetic condition that cannot have been prevented, a number of these are due to exposure to toxic chemicals while in the uterus. These chemicals can be present in the medicines pregnant women take, in environmental contaminants in the home or at work as well as in toxic chemical agents in a workplace. These chemicals are referred to as teratogens. They are known to could cause severe birth defects, including spina bifida, development delays and skeletal abnormalities and brain damage, muscular dystrophy and low birth weight deformities of the limbs, and heart issues.

Some toxic compounds, such as arsenic and cadmium are found in soil and drinking water. Lead is a well-known contamination that can be found in paints for houses and art materials plastics, cosmetics, and even plastics. Other toxins include pharmaceuticals, such as selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) that have been shown to increase the risk of birth defects.

A lawyer with expertise in birth defect cases can help parents determine if a substance or chemical has caused their child's birth defect. In these instances our lawyers can bring a product liability claim against a drug or chemical manufacturer who has developed and manufactured dangerous chemical or medication. We may also bring a lawsuit against doctors who prescribe drugs believed to cause adverse side effects in pregnant women.