What are my rights if my doctor neglected to mention that my baby has a high lead level?

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What are my rights if my doctor neglected to mention that my baby has a high lead level?

My son is 17 months old and I just got a letter saying that as of 5 months ago his lead level was really high (14). I have been at the doctor’s office many times since the test but the doctor never mentioned it. I have been instructed to get to the doctor ASAP as this high a level can cause death or brain damage. Can I sue for them waiting to tell me? Something could be seriously wrong with my baby.

Asked on March 16, 2014 under Malpractice Law, Texas

Answers:

Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

You might possibly have a case if it can be proven that the 12-month delay caused damage to your baby.  Get to the doctor and find out if there is anything wrong.  I would think that if your baby were brain damaged, you would have noticed by now.  Is he walking and talking normally for a 1 1/2 year-old baby?  If the delay did cause damage, then you should take the medical records to a medical malpractice attorney to review.


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