Birth defects are the leading cause of infant death, contribute to life-long disability and developmental problems, and account for 30% of pediatric hospital admissions. Florida courts have recognized a parent's right to a "wrongful birth" action based upon the negligence of a physician or other health care provider in failing to properly diagnose and inform the parents of the impending birth defect or impairment of a child. A claim for "wrongful birth" is essentially a medical malpractice claim based on the birth of a deformed or impaired child. However, a wrongful birth action sounding in ordinary negligence may be brought against a person other than a health care provider as defined by the Medical Malpractice Act.

The experienced and knowledgeable Florida Child Injury Lawyers of Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. will fight to recover injured families the compensation and justice they deserve. The Florida Child Injury Lawyers of Sharmin & Sharmin P.A., will advise a plaintiff that they as the parents of the child may assert a cause of action for wrongful birth to recover damages they have sustained as a result of the birth of a deformed or impaired child. Recovery for the tort of wrongful birth encompasses all extraordinary expenses caused by the child's condition for the duration of his or her life expectancy. However, the damages do not include the ordinary expenses of rearing a child.

A cause of action for wrongful birth can be complex, expensive, and an emotionally charged action. Our experienced team of lawyers and staff will use their skills and knowledge to give your family justice and peace of mind. You need an experienced West Palm Beach child injury lawyer. Call Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. at 1-800-74-TRIAL.