25 Amazing Facts About Birth Defect Litigation

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. When this happens, it's vital that parents who are stunned 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

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury are often caused by genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to notify parents, the parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all the costs associated with their disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill that duty, that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damage due to the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can be of various severity and impact the way the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor, but others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic anomalies or a wide range of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect an unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is because many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found 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. The presence of a variety of chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is generally inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The problem is to assess the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population and monitor them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide the most complete data to date about how different environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they caused it. However, these defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be cured. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine if your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

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

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.