Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect but sometimes it's impossible. When this happens, it's essential that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could mean not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. For instance in the event that a physician does not recognize an inborn disability and fails to inform parents of the impairment, parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of duty to the patient, that he breached the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damage as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

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

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of toxic chemicals when they are at work. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have caused 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 can increase the risk of birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to identify the exact cause of a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The problem is to evaluate the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations as well as follow them and their children over the long run. This study will provide the most comprehensive information to date on how various environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

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

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided, you may be entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

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

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are instances when a healthcare worker has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication which harms an infant before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued allegations that a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she will give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to hazardous substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.