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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. When that becomes a reality it is crucial for parents to seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm (click the following page) can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could mean failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing drugs which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often due to genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they arise due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For example the case where a doctor fails to recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify the parents of this disability, the parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, that he breached that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused injuries and damages and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses because of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Some birth problems and injuries can be avoided by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the manner in which a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, but others can lead to serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in babies. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals while at work. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only one. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The next step is to study the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. 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 comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, however it is the norm that these kinds of issues are not a choice. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families who have children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be able to recover damages in an action for birth defect lawsuit defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's problem is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are instances in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication that injures the baby before it's born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she could give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.