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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Although medical advances have drastically reduced the risks associated with pregnancies, many birth injuries and birth defects are the result of negligence. Parents who have lost their children due to chemical exposure at work, or the incorrect use of prescribed medications can often claim compensation.

In many states, the statute of limitations in many states is just one year. It is therefore crucial to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. A knowledgeable attorney can guide clients and help them assess the monetary value of their case.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice claims can arise at any time during labor, pregnancy or delivery. A medical malpractice claim can be filed if a physician is not practicing the accepted standard of practice and this failure causes injury or birth defects.

Doctors are accountable to evaluate the pregnant mother's current medications, taking into account any health issues she may be suffering from, and also advising the mother of dangers to her child. If a doctor fails to fulfill their responsibilities and causes harm may be held responsible for medical negligence.

A birth defect lawyer can help you decide whether a claim based on medical malpractice is justified and help you through the legal proceedings. Medical malpractice claims are a delicate matter, and you require an experienced lawyer you can trust.

The sooner you start the earlier you begin, the better. A competent birth defect lawyer can help you file the claim before the state's statute of limitations expires. The majority of states give you a single year to file a medical negligence lawsuit, and resolving such a devastating incident requires time. You require an attorney who can work quickly to gather the evidence and records you require for your case. This is especially true when you believe that your child was injured due to medical negligence. The sooner you file a lawsuit the more evidence you have to back up your claim.

Environmental Causes

Environmental factors also influence birth defects, despite the fact that genetics are the primary cause of cases. These causes aren't always known to science, but can include the mother's exposure at work or at home to toxic chemicals. Solvents, paint thinners and engraving materials, in addition to cleaning fluids and metal alloys can increase the likelihood of a child having a birth defect. These kinds of exposures are the basis of birth defect lawsuits the lawyers at LK filed on behalf of clients who worked in beauty salons or paint factories, as well as semiconductor manufacturing plants.

Sadly, most cases of severe birth defects result from environmental or genetic causes which cannot be controlled by lifestyle choices or medical treatments. Researchers and doctors have a difficult time finding out the reason for the specific birth defect. The only way to decrease the risk of birth defects is to educate women who are expecting and ensure they are cautious with their food and lifestyle choices.

A medical malpractice case that involves a birth defect is distinct from a typical personal injury lawsuit in the sense that a birth defect case requires a thorough understanding of both legal and medical issues. Our birth defect lawyers are experienced with the complexity of these cases and will fight for the compensation you deserve.

Drugs

The use of medications during pregnancy can cause birth defects, which can cause facial and limb abnormalities and eye disorders and spinal cord problems, and other conditions. If an medication causes a birth defect, the family can take action against the drug manufacturer in a lawsuit for product liability.

Birth defects can also result by exposure to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, as well as other environmental factors during the first three months, which is an important time for the development of. If your child is suffering from a birth defect that may be the result of medications, a birth defect lawyer can help you understand your legal options.

Drug manufacturers must test their products thoroughly prior to releasing them to the public. They also must give warnings regarding potential side effects. A birth defect lawyer can help parents who want to sue the manufacturer of a drug for selling drugs that cause birth defects.

Different types of medications can cause birth defects that include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as lithium, angiotensin II antagonists, and cancer medications like thalidomide or diethylstilbestrol. The lawyers from LK's medical negligence department have won billions for families whose children sustained injuries as a result of the use of these and other drugs. The firm has also litigated many cases where children were injured by toxic chemicals in the workplace or by environmental pollutants.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is among the most exciting and anxious experiences a woman can go through in her life. If something goes wrong, the results could be severe. Birth defects can cause serious damage to the child's limbs and brain, heart or overall body functioning. This can reduce the expected lifespan of a child and cause a lot of pain for their parents.

Certain birth defects are genetic. Others are caused by the carelessness of medical professionals and hospital staff. This could be due to prescribing a medication that can cause birth defects or delivering an insufficient dosage. It could be as simple as failing to monitor the health of the fetus, or expose the mother to harmful chemicals while she is pregnant.

If a parent believes that their child's birth defect or birth injury is the result of medical negligence, they must contact a New York birth defect attorney immediately. A lawyer can help determine the best option and the amount of compensation a parent could be entitled to.

Birth defects are a tragic result of medical malpractice, chemical exposure, environmental causes or a combination. The skilled New York birth defect lawyers at Finz & Finz on Long Island and in New York City can help when you suspect that your child's illness was caused by the negligence of someone else. Contact us today at toll-free number for a no-cost consultation.