Recoverable damages for these cases vary from state to state and will depend on the type of claim filed.
One type of lawsuit is birth-related medical malpractice. This could happen when the mother or child is injured during birth or pregnancy due to negligence on the part of the medical staff. In these cases, you may be able to recover costs associated with physical and mental anguish and ongoing medical expenses.
Another type is a wrongful birth lawsuit. This is where the doctor failed to warn you about the possible congenital disabilities that may have allowed you to avoid or end the pregnancy. The recoverable costs in these cases can include medical expenses and ongoing therapy.
Lastly, if the medical method you used for avoiding pregnancy failed (such as sterilization or abortion), you could have a wrongful pregnancy lawsuit. Then, most states will allow you to sue for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional damage.