Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. When that happens it is vital for parents to seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing and prescribing a medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses related to their child's disability.

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

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. They 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 production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in 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 cause. Many different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The trick is to assess the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive information to date on how various environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families who have children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine if your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to determine the total cost of medical bills suitable for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are instances where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication in a way that harms a baby even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to harmful substances while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.