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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. When that becomes a reality it is crucial that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs 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 their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they arise due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For instance in the event that a physician is unable to identify a congenital disorder in the uterus and then fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects may be of different severity and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina Bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents who take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many drugs have not been properly tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's far from the only one. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to pin down exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to assess the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population as well as follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty believing that they are responsible for it. But, these problems are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness was caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition according to the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued claims in which 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 have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous substances on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.