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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When that becomes a reality it is vital 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 help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic or environmental factors, but sometimes they occur due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem, the parents may be able to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the costs related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the physician owed the patient a duty of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage due to his or her injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

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 and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE) that are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. A variety of toxins and chemicals that are present in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the problem, but the issue is assessing these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time and also their children. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they caused it. But, these problems are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will be able to estimate the total cost of medical bills admissible for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances where a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers toxic chemicals while at work.