Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's impossible. If that happens, it is essential for parents to seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her area of expertise. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are usually due to genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to inform the parents they may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect lawsuit defect cases must prove that the physician owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and impact the manner in which a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled, or absorbed by the body's skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents who take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. The presence of a variety of chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The next step is to study these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track them over time as well as their children. This study will provide comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it's usually the case that these kinds of problems are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, a lot of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented it is possible to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's illness was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger that is a reason to seek compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of medical bills suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not caused due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication that could harm a baby, even before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

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