Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can result from medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect lawyer defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing drugs that 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, but they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents they may be in a position to file a lawsuit for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damage and injuries, and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth problems and injuries can be avoided through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's essential for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and affect the manner in which a child looks, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic anomalies or a wide variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in a newborn. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only one. The presence of numerous chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when employers do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the challenge is assessing the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations and follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they were responsible for the defect. But, these problems are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented and you are entitled to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's illness is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition depending on the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances in which a doctor or healthcare worker has been negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases where a mother's health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to harmful substances in the workplace like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.