Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not feasible. When this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could mean failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and birth defect lawsuit.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental factors, but they can also be the result of the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem they may be legally able to file a case for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the expenses for their child's disabilities.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in injuries and damages and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance 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 can range in severity and impact how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our company is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can enter the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents who take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in the home or workplace can increase the chance of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable identify the exact cause of a specific birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The trick is to assess these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them throughout their lives and also their children. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty because they believe they contributed to it. However, these birth defects are usually inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families whose children are born with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided it is possible to recover damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's problem is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will be able to estimate the total cost of medical bills suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that could harm a baby, even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated cases where a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a child with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.