Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. When this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could result from medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their field. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect, or making a mistake during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. For example in the event that a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician 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 losses as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth defect law firm birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and affect the way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects may be due to genetic anomalies or a wide variety of environmental and chemical factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many drugs have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost 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 a mix of factors may cause the condition. The problem is to assess these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population and follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, but it is often the case that these kinds of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided, you may be able to claim damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's problem is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies 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 qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued cases against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her having a child with a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.