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Birth Defect Compensation

Every parent wants their child to be perfect. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case. Parents require compensation when children are born injured or has an illness that could have easily been prevented by medical professionals.

If a birth defect or injury was caused by medical malpractice it is imperative to consult a birth defect attorney right now. Otherwise, your claim could expire.

Medical bills

Many birth defects require ongoing medical attention which can be expensive. Some require surgeries and other expensive procedures. Some require monitoring and care by nurses in a hospital or at home. Depending on the severity of the birth defect, parents may need to stop working. This can be emotionally devastating for the entire family and it is imperative to speak with an DC birth injury lawyer as soon as you can to get started on your case.

A lawyer can evaluate your case and estimate the value of your claim. The first step is to gather any evidence of negligence that caused the birth defect. A doctor might have failed to follow the rules of treatment when treating a patient, or misdiagnosed the condition of a child.

While the medical community has made great strides in preventing birth defects they still occur. Many birth defects are the result of environmental factors, like exposure to chemicals during pregnancy or other substances. Other cases are caused by medical malpractice or errors. This could include incorrect treatment or medication or mistaken diagnosis.

A patchwork of convoluted rules aimed at reducing these costs often leaves families in confusion and in a state of confusion. Three families described their experiences in an article published on KHN story. Their stories focused on different types of birth defects, however, each family faced similar problems when it came to insurance coverage.

Suffering and pain

If your child is suffering from an abnormal birth defect, it can be traumatizing for both you and him or her. You and your family could be impacted by significant medical costs, emotional damage, loss of income due to the absence of work and physical or mental disability. Compensation for financial losses may be available if your child is born with a congenital illness. Our lawyers can assist with submitting a claim in order to get the compensation you're entitled to.

Most birth defects occur in the fetus's development and are out of the parents control. However, there are some cases in which a medical professional's negligence is a factor in the development of a birth defect. A skilled Pompano injury lawyer can review your case to determine if there are grounds for legal action.

Birth injuries are caused by medical negligence or exposure to chemicals, among other factors during a woman's pregnancy. Injuries such as brain damage and paralysis, along with spinal cord injuries can result in serious medical bills and other injuries. Based on the severity of the injury, you could also be entitled to compensation for suffering and pain.

A legal claim can aid your family in paying the hospital, medical, and pharmaceutical expenses incurred due to the birth injury of your child. Additionally, you can be compensated for loss of wages or other expenses relating to your child's condition. The legal victory you get will not erase the pain and suffering your family is experiencing or the harm your child has sustained but it will give you the peace-of-mind that comes from knowing that you have the money to take care of your child.

Loss of income

The more severe the birth defect is, the more costly it will be to treat. It's important that you gather all your medical bills, receipts, credit card transactions, and other documentation to determine the damages. A birth defect lawyer will assist you in identifying everything that could be suitable for compensation, including the possibility of future expenses.

For instance, if your child has a neural tube birth defect caused by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, you might receive a higher settlement than other birth defects. It's because there's presumptive evidence that the contaminated water is responsible for your child's birth defect.

However, if the birth defect was due to medical malpractice or another form of negligence your case is more complex. You must prove that your doctor was negligent by proving that they did not meet their standard care or compromised the safety of your child. Find an attorney who is empathetic proficient and knowledgeable to handle your case. It is essential to get the amount you are due for the future of your child. This is the reason you should to get in touch with a birth defect lawyer immediately. The sooner you begin your legal action the more likely you are to be successful in proving your case. The statute of limitations in Florida for a medical malpractice lawsuit is two years. But, you must make your claim before the deadline runs out.

Additional cost

Oftentimes, when an infant is born with a birth defect it will also require ongoing medical treatment. It is possible for it to quickly accumulate and cause a massive financial burden for families. The costs are not limited to hospital expenses but also private caregiving, occupational therapy, behavior therapy, and educational support.

Fortunately, there is help available to families who have children born with birth defects. Public assistance programs can offer financial aid to cover expenses relating to children and the loss of income due to the absence of work. Additionally, compensation for no-fault can be used to cover some of these expenses.

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes and are not always preventable. However, if they occur as the result of negligence by a healthcare provider during pregnancy or delivery, a lawsuit may be possible. Our group of specially trained birth defect lawyers are skilled in handling claims involving birth defects.

Structural birth defects affect the heart, spinal cord, internal organs, and limbs. They can be severe or mild and are generally permanent, requiring lifetime care.

Congenital birth defects are caused by chromosomal or genetic anomalies, or toxicity during pregnancy. If your child was born with a condition due to exposure to the organic solvents perchloroethylene and benzene at Camp Lejeune, our attorneys can assist you in filing an application for compensation.