Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. If this happens, it's vital that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could mean not performing prenatal tests or prescribing drugs that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic or environmental causes, but sometimes they occur due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails to detect congenital problems in utero and fails to notify parents that their child is disabled, parents may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical negligence case in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused injuries and damages and that he or she was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses 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 necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These defects can be of various severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects like the cleft palate and lips as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women 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 far from the only one. Numerous different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to pin down exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow them over time and also their children. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are a given. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. However, many 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 an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical expenses related to 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 a doctor has been negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child being born with birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous substances in the workplace for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.