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Birth Defect Lawsuits

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

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically the result of genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they arise due to medical negligence or malpractice. For example the case where a doctor does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and then fails to notify the parents of this disability, the parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the physician did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions or inability to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects are of various degrees and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

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

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals while they are at work. They can be ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to determine exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The trick is to evaluate 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 important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them over time and also their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the disorder, but it's often the case that these kinds of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families who have children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to seek compensation through a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of a medication, chemical exposure or another environmental trigger which is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical bills that are eligible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence however, there have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby before it's born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought claims against drug manufacturers in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.