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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect but sometimes it's impossible. When that becomes a reality it is imperative for parents to seek the assistance 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 doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or making a misstep during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic or environmental factors, but sometimes they are caused by medical negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all the costs for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced 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 defects vary in severity and impact way that a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor and others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents who take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant women 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 not the only one. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to analyze the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and track them throughout their lives as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how various environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it is the norm that these types of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are eligible for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases where a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she would give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals at work like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.