Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's impossible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek out the help 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 defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could include failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing drugs that increase the risk of birth defects, Vimeo or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic causes, but they can also be the result of the negligence of a doctor. For instance when a doctor fails to recognize an inborn disability and fails to inform parents of the condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor violated that duty, the doctor's actions or failure to act led directly to injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's advice regarding their prenatal visits. 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 a kind of birth defect within the United States. These birth defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for Vimeo newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents who take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause 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 cause. Many different toxins and chemicals found in the home as well as in food items can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. But, when businesses fail to safeguard pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pin down exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the difficulty is evaluating the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations as well as follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having 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 dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided it is possible 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 due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor has been negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child developing birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers to toxic chemicals while in the workplace.