Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however sometimes it's impossible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can result from medical malpractice and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This may include failing to perform prenatal screening, prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be 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 parents of the problem of the condition, parents might be in a position to file a lawsuit for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the expenses for their child's disabilities.

In order to prevail in a medical negligence case 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 inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects may be of different severity and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance could cause serious problems in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed an array of harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be breathed in or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have caused 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 our homes 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 substances. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. However, when companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors could 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 crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children over the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how various environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families with 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 issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a medication or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition in relation to the severity.

While the majority of cases are not caused due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug makers when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.