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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes impossible. If that happens it is vital for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they arise due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For instance the case where a doctor fails to detect the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents may make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused damage and injuries, and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damage because of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can be of varying severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects may be due to genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in the newborn. 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 scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. 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 specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to evaluate 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 a representative population and track them over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they caused it. However, these issues are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to seek compensation through a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's problem is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able to determine the total cost of associated medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are cases in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms a baby before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims where a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chances that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances at work for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.