Wrongful Conception, Wrongful Birth, Wrongful Life Flashcards
1
Q
Where does Wrongful Conception apply?
A
where the injury is the birth of a healthy child.
2
Q
Damages for wrongful conception
A
- Cost of the birth; and
- Cost to rectify the ineffective contraceptive measure
3
Q
What is a Wrongful Birth claim?
A
A claim of the parents for the birth of an unhealthy child
*most courts do not recognize this claim
4
Q
What is a Wrongful Life action
A
The child’s action for having been born unhealthy
*most courts will not award damages for wrongful life
