Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not possible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, but sometimes they are caused by medical negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the costs that are associated with their disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he breached the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in injuries and damages and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and impact the way a child looks, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic defects or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of harmful chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is because many pharmaceuticals are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only reason. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The trick is to evaluate the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them throughout their lives and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how different environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty for having contributed to the problem, but it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented it is possible to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

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

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are occasions in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child developing a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.