Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. It could be a failure to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

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

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the manner in which a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example causes serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects like the cleft palate and lips as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. They can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. The presence of a variety of chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The challenge is to assess the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow their progress over time and their children. This study will provide comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on the health of infants and children.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they are responsible for it. However, these defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if the condition of your child is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies 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 vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are instances in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that harms a baby even before birth, or even make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child being born with a birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.