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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however sometimes it's impossible. If this happens, it's essential that parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could result from medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their field. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically due to genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero and fails to notify parents they may be able to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects are of various degrees and impact the way children behave, look and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect the unborn child. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as cleft lips, palates and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of harmful chemicals when they are working. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents who take 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 demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only cause. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the challenge is evaluating these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from diverse populations as well as follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of infants and children.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they may have contributed to the disorder, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided it is possible to claim damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's problem is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medicine that hurts a baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug makers in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her having a child born with birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories who expose their workers to hazardous substances in the workplace.