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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect but sometimes it's not possible. When that happens it is crucial for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. 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. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often the result of genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by an error or negligence of a physician. For instance in the event that a physician does not recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifelong costs associated with the disabled child.

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

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and affect the how a child appears and behaves throughout life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

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

It is well-established in scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals when they are at work. They can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is because many pharmaceuticals are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home as well as in food items can increase the risk of a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to pin down exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to study these 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 women from the representative population and follow them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the disorder, but it's usually the case that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from 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 born with a medical condition that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

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

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are instances where a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that injures the baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

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