Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not feasible. When that becomes a reality, it is essential that parents in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, Birth Defect Law Firm dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and Birth Defect Law Firm injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the risk of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they are caused by the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For example when a doctor fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician has a responsibility 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 losses as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include the cost of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found 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. Numerous different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home as well as in food items can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to identify the exact cause of the specific birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can cause the condition. The next step is to analyze these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them over time as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how various environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they caused it. However, these birth defects are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are admissible for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not caused due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor has been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases where a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the risk that she will give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances while working for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.