Birth Defect Lawsuits

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

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be caused by an error by a doctor. For instance when a doctor fails to recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents can make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses incurred by the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice claim in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly led to injuries and damages and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damages due to the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth defect lawsuit injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth problems can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While working, mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers aren't able to determine exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The trick is to assess these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and follow them over time and their children. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how different environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty, believing that they were responsible for the defect. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children who suffer 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, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause which is eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness your legal team will be able to estimate the full cost of the medical bills qualified for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not due to medical negligence There have been instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued allegations that a mother's health medical professional was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the risk that she could give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to harmful substances at work like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.