Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. When that happens, it is essential that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could be due to not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or committing an error during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For instance the case where a doctor fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for 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 did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act led directly to 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.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and tracy birth defect lawsuit injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the how a child appears and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects could be due to genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is because many pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major cause. The presence of various chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, some paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The challenge is to study these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow their progress over time, as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt, believing that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be entitled to claim damages in an action for birth defects.

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

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are occasions where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.