Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's impossible. If this happens, it's vital that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This may include not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic causes, but they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's actions, or failure to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects can be prevented by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and Birth defect law firms injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects are of various degrees and impact the way the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as Cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. Many different chemicals and toxins found in our homes workplace, food and work environment can increase the chance of having a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these types of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented it is possible to claim damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition your legal counsel will also be able calculate the full cost of the medical bills qualified for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are cases when a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts an infant before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued cases where a mother's health care provider was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she would give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers harmful chemicals during their work.