Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can result from medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, but they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to notify parents they may be eligible to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all expenses for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in the home as well as in food items can increase the chance of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to safeguard pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers aren't able to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The next step is to assess these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these kinds of defects are a given. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger which is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are suitable for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are instances when a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms an infant before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child born with a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.