Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If this happens it is vital that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, 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

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they arise due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For example in the event that a physician does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in damages and injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damages due to the injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth problems and injuries can be avoided by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' recommendations regarding prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects can be of various severity and affect the way that the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor, but others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental causes. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for a newborn. Our company is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

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

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major 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 in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. But, when businesses fail to safeguard pregnant employees they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they are responsible for it. But, these problems are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented, you may be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's problem is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby 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 healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she will give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.