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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not possible. When that happens it is vital that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical negligence, drugs that are dangerous or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor violates the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of having a birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be the result of an error by a doctor. For instance the case where a doctor does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the impairment, parents can make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages due to his or her injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can be of various severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor and others can lead to serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in the newborn. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

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

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled, or absorbed by the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many drugs have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also be a significant factor. The presence of numerous chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, Birth defect law firm paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to assess the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most complete data to date on how many environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful because they believe they caused it. But, these problems are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented and you are entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or other environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition in relation to the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are some instances where a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she would give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous substances on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.