Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's impossible. If that happens it is vital that stunned parents seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, 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 find answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they could also be the result of a doctor's negligence. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform parents they may be in a position to file a lawsuit for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's actions or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically due to the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the way that a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example causes serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed in making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been properly tested on pregnant women and have caused 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 one. The presence of various toxins and chemical compounds 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. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are unable to pin down exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The problem is to assess the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a number of states. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population and monitor them and their children for the long term. This study will provide comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of infants and children.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it is the norm that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented and you are entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if the condition of your child is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition depending on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures a baby before it is born, or they may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully litigated allegations that a mother's health medical professional was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers that expose their workers dangerous chemicals in the workplace.