Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could be due to not performing prenatal tests and prescribing medicines that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor or delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to notify parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice 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 the how a child appears, acts and functions in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

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

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and birth defects muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals while at work. They can be ingested or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. Many different toxins and chemicals that are found in the home as well as in food items can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to identify the exact cause of the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The trick is to study these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and follow them and their children over the long run. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty because they believe they caused it. However, these birth defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's condition is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical expenses related to your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are cases when a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication that causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug makers when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child born with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers hazardous substances at work.