Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not possible. When that happens it is crucial that parents who are in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening and prescribing medicines that increase the risk of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be a result of an error by a doctor. For example the case where a doctor fails to recognize a congenital disorder in the uterus and then fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may file a wrongful birth defect lawyer claim seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damages because of the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and affect the way that a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects may be due to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable identify the exact cause of the specific birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow them over time and also their children. This study will provide the most complete data available on how many environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty for having contributed to the problem, but it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney, oi2bj1Bgty1t8ty.com, can assist you to determine if your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare worker has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts an infant before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.