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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek out 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 assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, but sometimes they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital problems in utero and fails to notify parents, the parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, 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 the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth problems and injuries can be avoided by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect way a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic abnormalities or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed in making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect an unborn child. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many drugs have not been tested properly on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals that are found in the home or workplace can increase the chance of a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, some paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The trick is to assess these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine if your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a medication or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition based on the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures a baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated claims in which a mother’s health medical professional was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she could give birth to a baby with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous substances in the workplace, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.