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A Birth Defect Lawyer Can Help Your Family Achieve Justice

Birth defects can have a profound impact on your family. It is imperative to act swiftly in the event that a medical professional committed a mistake during your pregnancy that caused your child's condition.

An experienced birth injury lawyer can help you file an action against the responsible parties. In the meantime, start collecting receipts, bills, and credit card statements.

The causes of birth defects

The exact causes of birth defects aren't always known. However, some are due to genetic issues, in which genes aren't functioning properly or are absent completely (like Turner syndrome and Down syndrome). They are also caused by chromosomal issues where one or several chromosomes have too many or there are not enough cells.

These types of problems are usually identified in utero with ultrasound or amniocentesis, where a sample of amniotic fluid is taken and tested for chromosomal changes and genetic anomalies. In some cases doctors may not be able to detect the birth defect before the child is born with symptoms like an extra finger, cleft lips or club feet.

Birth problems can also be caused by problems in the nervous system, brain or the musculoskeletal system. These issues affect bones, muscles and joint. They can range from mild to severe and impact a person's appearance or function, including their ability to learn as well as their strength and mobility.

Some birth defects are unavoidable however, others can be prevented. Couples who have a history of certain inherited disorders should think about genetic testing prior to trying to have a child. In addition, avoiding exposure to certain chemicals or drugs, infections, and other environmental factors can lower the risk of some birth defects. Medical mistakes and negligence in the care of pregnant women may also lead to birth defects. It is essential to consult a birth defect attorney if you suspect an error in medical care has caused the condition of your child.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence lawsuits involving birth defects are typically complex and require expert medical evidence. A compassionate and knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer can assist your family achieve justice and obtain the compensation you need to ensure that your child is able to live a normal life.

Your attorney will first pinpoint the birth defect that your child has and link it with the medical professionals who were involved in the birth. Your attorney should also know when the birth defect of your child was diagnosed. This information is important because it will help you know how long you'll need to make a claim before the statute of limitations expires.

Your attorney should have access to any documents you have relating to the birth defect of your child, including receipts, bills and credit card transactions. This information will enable your attorney to demonstrate the severity of the injuries the child suffered and determine what amount of compensation you're entitled to.

Birth defects can occur in a variety of ways, including medical conditions or genetics exposure to illness and infections, or exposure to medications or chemicals. The vast majority of birth defects are not caused by negligence or medical malpractice. A medical malpractice claim is only valid if a physician does not fulfill his or her duty of care and this failure causes birth injury.

Drugs

A birth defect is a malformed development in a particular part of the body of a baby that is present at birth or occurs during pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) explain that these birth defects can affect any body part and can range from mild to life-threatening.

Most of the time, these ailments are the result of genetics or the mother's lifestyle. In some instances, medical malpractice may be the reason for the child's condition. A Hyattsville birth defects lawyer can help parents identify the root of their child's illness, and take legal action.

Drugs can cause birth defects that are serious. These substances, also referred to as teratogens include prescription drugs as well as illegal street drugs. Thalidomide, for example, was once a popular sleep aid and anti-nausea pregnancy medication, but turned out to be one of the most devastating birth defects linked to drugs in history. It caused physical and mental physical impairments as well as other physical impairments.

Doctors are required to take into account the potential risks associated with certain medication when prescribing them pregnant women. They commit malpractice if they fail to do this. Pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies are required to the obligation to inform women about the dangers of taking their products.

Toxic Exposure

Some birth defects are caused by exposure to toxic chemicals during utero. These chemicals are often found in the medications that a pregnant woman takes or in environmental pollutants at the workplace or at home as well as in toxic chemicals in a workplace. These chemicals, also known as teratogens, may cause serious birth defects such as spina bifida. They may also trigger the development of skeletal disorders, delays in development as well as brain damage and muscular dystrophy.

Certain toxins, like arsenic and cadmium, can be found in soil and drinking water. Lead is a well-known contaminant that is found on painting supplies, home paint, plastics, cosmetics, and other products. Other toxins are pharmaceuticals such as selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) which have been found to increase birth defects.

A lawyer with expertise in birth defects can assist parents determine if a particular drug or chemical has caused their child's birth defect. In these instances, our lawyers may bring a product liability claim against a drug or chemical manufacturer who developed and manufactured dangerous chemicals or medications. We can also bring a lawsuit against doctors who prescribe drugs that are recognized to have negative side effects on pregnant women.