birth defect attorney Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not feasible. When that happens it is crucial that parents in shock seek the assistance 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 defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the birth and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails to detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents they may be legally able to file a case for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of his or her injuries. These damages might include the cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown 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 cause. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the difficulty is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor their progress over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data available on how different environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the disorder, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. 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 lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's condition is the result of a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental factor which is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence There have been instances where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication in a way that could harm a baby, even before birth, or even make an error 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 chances that she would give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories who expose their workers to toxic chemicals while at work.