Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not feasible. If that happens it is vital that parents in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect, or making a mistake during the birth and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they are caused by medical negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital problems in utero and fails to inform parents of the condition, parents might be able to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or inability to act caused injuries and birth defect law firm damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect within the United States. These defects are of various degrees and affect the way that children behave, appear and functions. Some are minor while others can lead to serious problems that may be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. Many different toxins and chemicals found in our homes, workplace and food can increase the risk of having a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them over time and their children. This study will provide most comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty and believe that they caused it. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or other environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness in relation to the severity.

While the majority of cases are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that harms a baby even before birth, or even make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully litigated claims where a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to hazardous substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.