Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however sometimes it's not possible. If this happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing drugs which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents that their child is disabled, parents may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses related to their child's disability.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damages and injuries and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can pass through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been properly tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home or workplace can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to evaluate the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time and their children. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how different environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they contributed to it. However, these defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to recover damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if the condition of your child is caused by an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not due to medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or prior to labor and birth defect lawsuit. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts a baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she will give birth to a child with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers which expose their employees to hazardous substances when they work.