Children are precious gifts and they represent the future of our nation. As residents of Florida we have a responsibility to protect our children from injury and death. Birth defects are a major cause of mortality in Florida's children and contribute substantially to long-term disability. A wrongful birth claim may be initiated to recover damages for the extraordinary expense of caring for an impaired child or handicapped child. A wrongful birth claim is not effected by the impact rule, which normally limits the recovery of damages for emotional distress. Therefore, the impact doctrine may not be applied within the context of wrongful birth claims. Additionally, an expectant mother and father may recover damages for a stillbirth caused by the negligent act of another, and the impact rule may not be used to limit damages. Accordingly, the expectant father's presence at the birth of a stillborn child is not a prerequisite to recovery.

Children injured by the negligence or wrongdoing of an adult individual or corporation are innocent victims. No child deserves to be victimized by the careless actions or negligence of another. The death of a child is a unspeakable and devastating tragedy that no family should ever have to experience. The Florida Child Injury Lawyers of Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. will work tirelessly to protect the rights of children and those who care and love those children. Our experienced team of lawyers and staff will use their skills and knowledge to give your family justice and peace of mind.

A cause of action for wrongful birth can be complex, expensive, and an emotionally charged action. You need an experienced West Palm Beach child injury lawyer, call Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. at 1-800-74-TRIAL.