Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If that happens it is crucial that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal screening, prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they occur due to medical negligence or malpractice. For instance, if a physician fails to detect an inborn disability and fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the physician was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of his or her injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect the how a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can cross the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals when they are at work. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents who take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to study these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway across several states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and will follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they contributed to it. However, these issues are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided, you may be able to get compensation in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause that is a reason to seek compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness based on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence There have been instances where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms the baby before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought claims against drug manufacturers in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child being born with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuit defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers that expose their workers to hazardous substances when they work.