Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. When that happens it is vital that stunned parents seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, 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 violates the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of a birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to his or her injuries. These damages could include costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects vary in severity and impact the way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The causes of birth defects may be due to genetic disorders or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of toxic chemicals when they are working. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant woman and may 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 cause. Many different chemicals and toxins found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The trick is to evaluate these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it's usually the case that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be able to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness, your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.