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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's impossible. When that happens it is imperative for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled 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 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 field. This could be due to failing to conduct prenatal testing and prescribing medicines which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem of the condition, parents might be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice claim in birth defect attorneys defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and impact how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

Birth defects can result from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance, can cause 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 substances or medications.

It is well-established in scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like the cleft palate and lips, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. Many different chemicals and toxins found in our homes workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. However, when companies do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable determine exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The next step is to assess the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow their progress over time and their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it's often the case that these kinds of problems are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be able to claim damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's condition is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition your legal counsel will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills that are eligible for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are some instances in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that harms a baby even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims against drug manufacturers where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child being born with a birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.