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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If that happens it is imperative that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyer defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or committing a lapse during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to notify parents of the condition, parents might be eligible to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the 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 doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act caused 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 expenses as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable with 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 believe that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of a child's birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

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

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents who take certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. Many different 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 prevalent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when companies do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the difficulty is assessing the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population and will follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most complete information on the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they are responsible for it. However, these issues are not always preventable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be cured. 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 an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is caused by the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition your legal counsel will be able to estimate the total cost of medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child developing a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous chemicals at work like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.