Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens it is crucial that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This may include failing to conduct prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, that he breached this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in 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 may include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects 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 defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic disorders or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed an array of harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed toxic substances when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only one. Many different toxins and chemicals that are found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the chance of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The trick is to evaluate the effects of these factors 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 representative population and monitor them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, however it's often the case that these kinds of issues are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to seek compensation through lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's illness is caused by chemical exposure, a drug or another environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical bills that are eligible for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not due to medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug makers where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child born with a birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers who expose their workers to toxic chemicals while in the workplace.