Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's impossible. If that happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

birth defect law firms injuries and birth defects can result from medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This may include not performing prenatal tests and prescribing medicines that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental factors, but sometimes they arise due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For instance the case where a doctor fails to detect a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damages and injuries, and that the plaintiff was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. 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

Every year, thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial and environmental causes. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and have caused 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. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to pin down exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the challenge is assessing 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 representative population and monitor them over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they are responsible for it. However, these defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided it is possible to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition in relation to the severity.

Although the vast majority are not the result of medical negligence there are instances where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to harmful substances at work like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.