How to File a birth defect lawsuits Defect Claim

Parents who discover that their child is suffering from a congenital handicap must contact a seasoned Pompano Beach birth defect lawyer right away. Birth injury lawsuits are subject to a shorter time limit of limitations than other medical malpractice claims.

Additionally, many birth defects or injuries could have been prevented. Therefore, victims require compensation.

Statute of limitations

In the United States the statutes vary from one state to the next. A legal claim must be filed within the timeframe or the victim may not be able to claim damages. An attorney for medical malpractice can assist in ensuring the birth injury lawsuit is filed within your state's statute of limitations.

In certain cases it takes a while for an injury to manifest itself physically or in a developmental way. In these cases it can be a challenge to determine the date when the statute of limitations was set or when a lawsuit should have been filed. A compassionate and skilled medical malpractice attorney can assist you in determining whether the birth defect lawsuit could be filed before the state's statute of limitations expires.

The first step is to identify the birth defect and link it to the medical professionals who treated your child. Receipts, bills credit card information and other documentation of medical treatments will be crucial in this process. Attorneys can also gather information through discovery, a procedure which involves exchanging information with other parties. This could include taking depositions of nurses, doctors, and hospital staff.

Congenital Disabilities

Congenital disabilities are structural problems that affect the way the body looks and functions. They can range from mild to severe. Certain are more apparent than others, such as mouth and lips clefts and others, while some are harder to identify.

Congenital disorders can be caused by genetic or other chromosomal issues. They can also be caused due to infection during the birth process or trauma, environmental influences and the use of medications by mothers. They can cause long-term disability, which have a negative impact on people as well as their families, the health care system and the wider society. They contribute to the high mortality of newborns and children less than five.

The main causes of severe congenital disability in children are neural tube defects and chromosomal disorders like Down syndrome. Some congenital conditions are more common in certain ethnic groups, such as maternal age and consanguinity (parents descend from the same kinship). Others occur spontaneously or are related to pharmacological or environmental factors. If a person who has a congenital impairment is considered disabled is contingent on the severity of the condition and what organ or body part it affects, as well as the extent to which it affects daily activities.

Medical Expenses

Families with children who have severe birth defects face enormous medical costs. This includes the cost of permanent treatment or surgery, as well as therapy for the condition and its resulting negative side effects. The stress of raising an physically impaired child can be very hard on families. A lawyer with experience in birth defect cases will help victims receive the compensation they are due.

Many genetic and congenital diseases can be treated or prevented in the uterus. Unfortunately, doctors sometimes do not recognize or inform parents of test results and screening results which could lead to the discovery of an anomaly in the birth. In these cases parents may file a claim for wrongfully dying against the medical professional.

While it is difficult to prove that a medical error led to a congenital disability, a seasoned Pompano Beach injury lawyer will review the evidence and determine if a claim can be viable. Contact a lawyer right away to discuss your case. You have two years to file a claim after you have discovered or should have discovered the injury.

Lost Wages

A child born with a birth defect will likely require extensive medical treatment that could cost millions over their lives. It is unfair that this financial burden be borne by families that did not cause the problem. A Pompano Beach injury attorney who is qualified and sympathetic can help parents explore legal options.

Our solicitors are expertly trained in medical negligence cases and place the best interests of clients at the heart of everything they do. They will look into all the circumstances that led to the birth defect of your child, and determine if any medical professionals involved in the birth of your child should have been held accountable.

A successful claim can include compensation for medical expenses, such as hospitalizations, surgeries and extended treatment and medications. It may also include lost earnings for parents who have to work to care for their children, a percentage of future earnings lost and punitive damages when the drug manufacturer exhibited a blatant disregard for patient safety. Contact us today to discuss your options.

Damages

No matter if your child is suffering from an acute or mild birth issue, your family may require financial compensation to cover medical bills, loss of income, and other expenses. You will need to gather documents, including credit card transactions, receipts and bills, to support your claim. The more you can provide the more evidence you can provide, the greater your reward.

Most birth defects are genetic in nature and cannot be avoided. Some birth defects are caused by environmental factors or medication. For example, a doctor prescribing a medication to a mother that increases the risk of a birth defect can be held liable for negligence.

A child born with a birth defect or injury could be a devastating experience for parents and their families. With the help of a Pompano Beach lawyer for birth defects You can seek justice for your family. You can also ensure that negligent doctors are held accountable. Menzer Law can help you to navigate the medical malpractice claims process. They will guide you through each step and ensure that your claim is successfully filed. Schedule a consultation today to learn more about how they can help you.