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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. When that happens, it is essential that stunned parents seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers (linked website).

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing drugs that increase the risk of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. For instance, if a physician is unable to identify a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform the parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to injuries and damages and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages may include expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to various toxic chemicals while they are at work. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant women and may 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 cause. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how a variety of environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt, believing that they were responsible for the defect. However, these defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided it is possible to recover damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or another environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition the legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills suitable for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are occasions where a doctor or healthcare worker has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts an infant before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers toxic chemicals while when they work.