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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects or committing an error during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be due to genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they are caused by medical negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital problems in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem they may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all costs related to their child's disability.

To win a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damages due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's essential for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect the way that a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor and others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

The causes of birth defects may be due to genetic anomalies or a wide variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed many harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be breathed in or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home as well as in food items can increase the risk of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. If employers 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 specific birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to evaluate the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in several states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and will follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how different environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defect law firms defects are caused by a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine if your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition your legal team will be able to estimate the full cost of the medical bills that are eligible for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are instances where a healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it's born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims against drug manufacturers when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.