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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes not possible. When this happens, it's essential that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they arise due to an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to notify parents of the condition, parents might be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the expenses for their child's disabilities.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damages and injuries and that the plaintiff was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding 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 pass through the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the body's skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents who take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals that are found in the home workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of a birth defect. These include pesticides, fungicides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors could cause the condition. The next step is to assess these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations and monitor them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide the most complete data available on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the problem, but it is the norm that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be entitled to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a medication or any other environmental cause that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of medical bills eligible for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances when a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it's born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child with birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories which expose their employees to harmful chemicals when they work.