Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes not always possible. If this happens, it's essential parents who are shocked seek the assistance of experienced 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 provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their field. This could include not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic factors but they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

To prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects are of various degrees and impact the way children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor and others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

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

Many mothers are exposed various harmful chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture 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 women and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's far from the only one. Many different toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to evaluate the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population as well as follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the problem, but it is the norm that these kinds of problems are a given. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition according to the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims where a mother's health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chances that she will give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers to hazardous substances during their work.