Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's not possible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal testing and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem they may be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage due to the injuries. These damages could include the cost of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and affect how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious problems for newborns. Our company is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals while at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes as well as in food items can increase the chance of a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can cause the condition. The problem is to evaluate the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they are responsible for it. However, these issues are usually inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's problem is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills associated with your child's condition depending on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug companies in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her having a child with birth defect. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers hazardous substances when they work.