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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her field. This may include failing to perform prenatal screening, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be the result of a doctor's negligence. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents they may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and affect the way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can pass through the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed poisons when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to identify the exact cause of a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to analyze the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in several states. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population and will follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty and believe that they were responsible for the defect. However, these issues are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's illness is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical expenses that are related to your child's illness in relation to the severity.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that harms an infant before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated cases where a mother's health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she could give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers which expose their employees to harmful chemicals when they work.