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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not possible. When that becomes a reality it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to conduct prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem of the condition, parents might be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses associated with their disabled child.

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 caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The reasons for a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a range of environmental and chemical factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed in ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect an unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause Birth Defects; Ghasemtorabi.Ir, 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 inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. A variety of toxins and chemicals that are found in the home workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to analyze these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. 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 different environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they were responsible for the defect. However, these birth defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. 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 claim damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child 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 bills that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are instances where a healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers hazardous substances during their work.