Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect but sometimes it's not possible. When that happens, it is essential that parents who are in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For instance when a doctor does not recognize an inborn disability and then fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects are of various degrees and impact the way a child acts, looks and functions. Some are minor and others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been tested properly on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defect lawyer defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. Many different chemicals and toxins found in our homes, workplace and food can increase the risk of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant employees they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between several factors can cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a number of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations as well as follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of infants and children.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they were responsible for the defect. However, these defects are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided in the first place, you may be able to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

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

While the majority of cases are not due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor has been negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication in a way that could harm a baby, even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her having a child born with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances on the job in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.