Birth Defect Lawsuits

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

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical negligence or drugs that pose a risk as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they arise due to medical negligence or malpractice. For example, if a physician does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth defect attorney lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he breached the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damages and injuries, and that he or she suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations about 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 some kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects are of various degrees and impact the way children behave, appear and functions. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals while they are at work. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents who take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant woman and have caused 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. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, some paints and other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to find the root of the birth defect. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the problem is evaluating the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track them throughout their lives, as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete data available on how various environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty believing that they caused it. However, these issues are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to claim damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a medication or other environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition based on the severity.

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

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug makers in which a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous chemicals while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.