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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. When that happens, it is essential for parents to seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents that their child is disabled, parents may be able to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect within the United States. These defects can be of varying severity and affect the way that children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious issues and even lead to death.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic defects or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been properly tested on pregnant woman 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 is also a major factor. The presence of various chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pin down exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It could be that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these kinds of problems are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages in 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 health condition your legal team will also be able calculate the full cost of the medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.