Birth Defect Litigation: The Good The Bad And The Ugly

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's impossible. When this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek out 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

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the birth and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, Birth Defect Law Firm but occasionally they occur due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the costs for their child's disabilities.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, that he breached this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused injuries and damages and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages may include cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer right away.

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 issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemical factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for a newborn. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate and lips as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals when they are at work. They can be ingested or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only cause. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination between several factors can cause the condition, but the difficulty is assessing the effects of 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 100,000 women from representative population and track their progress over time and their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of children and fetuses.

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

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

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

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are some instances where a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication that harms a baby even before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug makers where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers who expose their workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace.