Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. When this happens, it's vital that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic factors, however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents might be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs related to their child's disability.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he did not fulfill that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damage and injuries, and that he or she was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect an unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of a variety of toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to determine exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations as well as follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they contributed to it. But, these problems are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's problem is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases in which a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought claims against drug manufacturers when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child with birth defect lawsuit defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals in the workplace like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.