Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not feasible. When that becomes a reality it is crucial that stunned parents seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York Birth Defect Law Firm (Www.Onyangchinaware.Co.Kr) can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This may include failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing drugs that increase the likelihood of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be caused by an error by a doctor. For instance in the event that a physician does not recognize an inborn disability and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

In order to prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects are of various degrees and impact the way the child behaves, looks and performs. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in babies. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta and affect the unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to various toxic chemicals while working. They can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also be a significant factor. Numerous different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home as well as in food items can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant workers, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the difficulty is assessing the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations as well as follow them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the problem, but it's often the case that these kinds of issues are a given. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided it is possible to get compensation in lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's condition is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms a baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug makers in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with a birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.