Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes impossible. If that happens it is crucial that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their field. This could include failing to perform prenatal testing, prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor or 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 problems in utero and fails to inform the parents, the parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs related to their child's disability.

In order to win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, birth defect lawyers and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damages and injuries and that the plaintiff 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.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can be of varying severity and impact the way children behave, look and functions. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in the infant. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as the cleft palate and lips as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant workers, they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to pin down exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data available on how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the problem, but it's usually the case that these kinds of problems are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering 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, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

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

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances when a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms the baby before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child developing birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals at work like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.