Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not feasible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can result from medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician violates the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This may include not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For example in the event that a physician fails to recognize an inborn disability and then fails to notify the parents of this disability, the parents may make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's essential for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding their prenatal visits. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for newborns. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. Many different toxins and chemicals that are found in the home as well as in food items can increase the risk of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The problem is to analyze these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and track them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty, believing that they are responsible for it. However, these issues are often unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, most of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be able to claim damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's condition is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's illness, your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not the result of medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that harms a baby even 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, increasing the likelihood that she will give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.