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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes not always possible. When that becomes a reality it is crucial that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This may include failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors, however, they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. For example in the event that a physician does not recognize an inborn disability and then fails to notify parents of the impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

In order to prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damage and injuries, and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Some birth problems and injuries can be avoided through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects can be of various severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

The reasons for a child's birth defects may be due to genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance could cause serious problems in the newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

In scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated 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 far from the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes or workplace can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is assessing the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them over time and their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how many environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty for having contributed to the disorder, but it is often the case that these kinds of problems are a given. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a medication or other environmental factor that is a reason to seek compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not caused due to medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child developing birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous substances on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.