Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's not possible. If this happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect 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 adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could include not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be able to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs related to their child's disability.

In order to win a medical malpractice case in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damages and injuries, and that he or she was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages might 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 medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects can be of varying severity and impact the way children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in the infant. Our company is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant workers, they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable pin down exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a combination between several factors can cause the condition, but the difficulty is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process across several states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most complete data available on how many environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty for having contributed to the problem, but it's often the case that these kinds of issues are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition the legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, [Redirect Only] there are occasions where a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication in a way that could harm a baby, even before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully defended claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she will give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories which expose their employees to harmful chemicals when they work.