Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If this happens, it's essential parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they are the result of the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses related to their child's disability.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, that he breached the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly led to damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and non-economic losses because of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects can vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in the infant. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defect attorney defects, such as Cleft lips and palates spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, inhaled or absorbed through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

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

Researchers are still unable to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to assess these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population and follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the condition, however it is the norm that these kinds of defects are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born with 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, the majority of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented and you are entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition your legal counsel will also be able to determine the full cost of the medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are cases when a healthcare worker has been negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chances that she would give birth to a child with birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers hazardous substances during their work.