Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When that happens it is crucial for parents to seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical negligence, drugs that are dangerous or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be caused by an error by a doctor. For instance in the event that a physician does not recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to inform the parents of this impairment, parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These birth defects can be of varying severity and impact the way a child acts, looks and functions. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a range of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting the unborn child. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as cleft lips, palates and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to various toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be breathed in, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, some paints and other chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the difficulty is assessing the effects of 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 representative populations and follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, however it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided in the first place, you may be able to compensation through a Birth Defect Lawsuit (Eden1004.Kr).

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a medication or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able to determine the total cost of medical bills qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she would give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also brought birth defect attorney defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to hazardous substances while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.