Birth Defects Attorney
New York Birth Defects Attorney
Birth defects are the leading cause of infant mortality and unfortunately, many cases are a result of medical negligence. If you believe your baby is a victim of medical negligence resulting in a birth defect, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Please contact New York birth injury lawyer Mark L. Bodner for a free consultation.
What Is A Birth Defect?
A birth defect is a physical or mental irregularity present at the time of the child's birth. Birth defects can be hereditary, but many parents are unaware that some birth defects can be a result of medical negligence. The negligence may have taken place during pregnancy, labor or delivery. A birth defect may not be apparent until long after birth. Birth defects can affect all parts of the body such as the heart, stomach, brain, eyes, kidneys, bladder and spine. Birth defects vary in type and severity and can include:- Mobility impairment
- Bruising caused by forceps
- Brachial Plexus (Erb's Palsy)
- Cerebral palsy
- Facial Paralysis
- Brain damage
- Fractures
- Blindness
- Down Syndrome
Do I Have A Birth Defect Case?
If you experienced one or more of the following during your pregnancy or child's birth, it is possible that your baby's birth defect may be the result of a preventable birth injury:- Improper pregnancy dating
- Undetected or improperly treated infections
- Low amniotic fluid
- A twisted umbilical cord
- A baby that was too large for gestational age
- Difficult forceps delivery
- Breech birth
- Premature delivery
- Your baby was in fetal distress but the medical staff did not perform a cesarean section
Living With A Birth Defect
Birth defects can resolve on their own, but more severe birth defects may require surgery or a lifetime of specialized care. Such complex and prolonged treatment requires enormous financial resources and takes a tremendous emotional toll on the family.If you believe your child's birth defect was a result of medical negligence, you may be entitled to sue for damages and ensure you and your child's future financial security.
Lawyer for Birth Defect Birth Injury Settlements
Birth defect cases usually result in very large financial settlements for loss of enjoyment of life and to offset years of medical bills and other substantial expenses. The highest level of legal expertise is necessary to handle these complex cases.If you think you have a birth defect case, please contact Mark L. Bodner today. There are strict time limits in birth defect lawsuits, and prompt action is critical to a successful resolution.
Mark L. Bodner is an experienced New York birth injury attorney who has helped many families win large settlements to ensure that their child will have the correct and proper care over the course of the child's lifetime. He has represented hundreds of families in cases involving severe birth injuries and maternal death following deliveries of babies.
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