Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but that's sometimes not possible. When that happens, it is essential that parents who are in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of having a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. For example, if a physician does not recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically due to the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's essential for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft palate and lips as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to evaluate these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations and monitor them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they caused it. However, these birth defects are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to recover damages in lawsuits for birth defect law firm defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or any other environmental cause which is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition your legal counsel will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions where a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers dangerous chemicals when they work.