Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. When that happens, it is essential that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

birth defect attorneys injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could include not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to inform parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and impact the way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues and even lead to death.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a range of chemical and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious problems for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can enter the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's far from the only one. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home or workplace can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the difficulty is evaluating the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how different environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, however it's often the case that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be able to get compensation in lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or other environmental trigger that is a reason to seek compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the vast majority are not the result of medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby before it's born, or they may 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 medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child born with a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals while working for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.