Fertility Clinic Malpractice Attorney Georgia
Operating largely under self-imposed standards owing to a lack of enforceable oversight, the fertility industry in the United States is among the least regulated in the world. Even when compared solely to developed countries, the industry here has largely been allowed to self-regulate by the Federal government. As such, many fertility facilities in this country have become a breeding ground for human error, shocking mistakes and preventable tragedies.
Medical malpractice, misconduct or neglect can be catastrophic under any circumstances, but when these tragedies strike a family readying for parenthood the results are heartbreaking. That’s why the Claiborne Firm has made it our mission to defend families when they run afoul of this woefully unregulated industry’s carelessness. There are several different types of fertility clinic malpractice cases our IVF and fertility malpractice lawyers handle, representing families against fertility doctors, laboratories and clinics.
Lost or Destroyed Embryos: Whether through human error or equipment failure, embryos can be mislabeled, destroyed or stored at the wrong temperature. We recently represented clients who learned that their viable embryos were discarded after a technician at their fertility clinic carelessly ignored storage protocols
Wrong Sperm or Egg Used: Samples can be mislabeled and switched accidentally, leading to the wrong person’s sperm or egg being used in IVF or intrauterine insemination (IUI). One client we represented only found out years after the fact that the wrong sperm sample was used during insemination when their child’s genetic makeup was tested.
Wrong Embryo Implanted: Even if the correct egg is fertilized by the correct sperm, clinic mishaps can lead to the wrong embryo being implanted in the uterus. One woman who came to us learned that a mix-up of patient files during the embryo transfer resulted in her giving birth to another couple’s child.
Errors in Genetic Testing or Screening: Errors made by fertility clinic personnel during preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), which is done to screen for genetic disorders, can impact a patient’s entire life. One of our clients learned that such a mistake at their clinic resulted in the test failing to detect a severe hereditary condition in their child.
Misconduct: Beyond simple negligence, some clinics are willing to do whatever it takes to cover up mistakes or meet quotas, cutting corners and in some cases falsifying records. In an appalling violation of ethics, law and client trust, a doctor at one clinic was found to have used his own sperm in procedures multiples times.
The results of this kind of negligence run the gamut: birth defects, miscarriages, injuries to the child during delivery, cognitive or developmental issues, internal injuries, and even permanent infertility. It happens more than you probably realize, caused by a shocking lack of oversight that runs through the entire industry. Not a single federal agency is specifically tasked with regulating these clinics, and the result is a startling pattern of failures and mistakes that can devastate families.
We proudly represent families who have been harmed by such neglect, not only for their sakes but in the hopes that this pressure can force the industry to be held accountable. One such case represented by Will Claiborne accused a clinic of negligence, breach of duty, battery and deceptive trade practices when a client was implanted with the wrong embryo. Our client achieved a favorable outcome to offset their emotional, physical and financial harm, but the biggest result came when the case forced the clinic to subsequently implement new safety protocols. By holding them accountable and effecting change, we protected our client and countless others who could have been victimized by this negligence.
Compassionate Representation for Families Harmed by Fertility Misconduct
We understand that nothing we do can take away the pain and consequences of fertility clinic malpractice. But The Claiborne Firm stands for you, bringing accountability to negligent fertility doctors and clinics, and justice, compensation and closure to our clients. These cases go beyond simple medical malpractice, striking at the heart of the trust families place in their healthcare providers. It goes beyond financial suffering, causing a physical and emotional wound. That’s why it’s our mission to protect you, help ease the burden of a trying time and secure the best outcomes for you.
The first step in taking back control and starting to heal is to schedule a confidential consultation with our attorneys. We will discuss your case and the facts behind it, provide you with options for making it right, and give you peace of mind that your case is in the hands of compassionate professionals. From this initial meeting, we will thoroughly investigate every aspect of your case, empowering you, building an attorney-client relationship based on trust, and building a foundation for achieving the best results. Our remarkable preparation is what helps us win cases and help our clients rebuild their lives. Call us today to schedule a private consultation.
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