Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but that's sometimes not possible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk or exposure to environmental toxins. 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 area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they can also be caused by a doctor's negligence. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem, the parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth defect lawsuit. for all expenses related to their child's disability.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damages and injuries and that he was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child, 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 various severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in the 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 can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting the unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft palate and lips spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. Many different chemicals and toxins found in the home as well as in food items can increase the risk of a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a combination between multiple factors may cause the problem, but the issue is assessing these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide complete information on how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they were responsible for the defect. But, these problems are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if the condition of your child is caused by the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition according to the severity.

While the majority of these cases are not the result of medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug makers in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers harmful chemicals during their work.