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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's not possible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defect lawsuit defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. For instance in the event that a physician does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages may include expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects may be due to genetic defects or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications 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.

In scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects like the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. The presence of a variety of toxins and chemical compounds in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow their progress over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how many environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages through an action 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. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition depending on the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child born with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances on the job in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.