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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens it is imperative that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could result from medical malpractice and dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of having a birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic causes, but they can also be the result of the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails to detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and impact way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in the newborn. Our company is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many medications have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. Many different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home, workplace and food can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is assessing these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and track them over time as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how many environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty believing that 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 whose children are born with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, a lot of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to claim damages in a Birth Defect Lawsuit (Welnesbiolabs.Com).

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's illness is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition your legal counsel 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 some instances when a healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures a baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances while working for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.