Was your child born with a birth defect of some kind? Do you have reason to believe that the defect may not have been caused by mere chance but instead by certain outside factors? In this case, you may actually be able to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for the birth defect. However, before you attempt to do that, there are a few things you should do first.

Do Your Research

First, research your child's birth defect. Look into all possible causes to determine if any of them may have affected you and your child.

For example, exposure to certain chemicals has been known to cause certain birth defects. If you research and find that your child's birth defect could have been caused by this type of exposure and then discover that you were exposed to the chemical, you could track down the product containing the chemical and then speak with a lawyer to learn who to file a lawsuit against.

However, you'll never know who or what may be responsible for the birth defect unless you do some research and some deep digging. And, if you're getting nowhere with your search on your own, don't hesitate to talk to a lawyer and let them know of the birth defect. Often, attorneys, especially those that work in birth defect law, will be well aware of any and all possible outside causes of various birth defects.

Gather Evidence

If you are able to bring a lawsuit related to the birth defect, you will need to show that the defect has or will have a serious negative effect on the child's life and overall health.

Therefore, document everything possible. If a doctor, for example, tells you that your child may suffer heart problems due to the birth defect or that the child will need certain medical care, get these opinions in writing. Ensure that the doctor makes it clear that the issues or procedures are directly related to the birth defect and nothing else.

The more proof you have that this birth defect is serious, the more thoroughly you can go after the party that caused or contributed to the defect.

If you feel that you have a real birth defect lawsuit on your hands, it's never too late to speak with a lawyer. They can provide you with even more advice outside of just what has been presented here and will give you the best chance of winning your lawsuit.

To learn more, contact a birth defect attorney.