Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's impossible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician violates the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This may include failing to conduct prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth defect law firms.

Birth defects and birth injury are often caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be the result of the negligence of a physician. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth problems and injuries can be avoided by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal visits. If you believe that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects may be of different severity and affect the way that children behave, look and performs. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

The causes of birth defects may be due to genetic disorders or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

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

While working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. Many different toxins and chemicals that are found in the home or workplace could increase the chances of having a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. However, when companies do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The trick is to evaluate these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from diverse populations and follow them and their children over the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how various environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they caused it. But, these problems are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented it is possible to get compensation in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's problem is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are instances where a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that injures the baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she will give birth to a child with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to harmful substances in the workplace like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.