Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but that's sometimes not always possible. When that happens it is vital that parents in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

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

birth defect attorneys defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be able to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the physician violated this duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act led directly to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional stress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects may be of different severity and impact the way the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can stem from genetic anomalies or a wide variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in the newborn. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta and affect the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals while at work. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and may cause 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. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to study the 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 a representative populations and will follow them throughout their lives and their children. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the problem, but it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are a given. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. 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 a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's illness is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness according to the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child developing birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous substances in the workplace, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.