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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. If that happens it is crucial that parents who are in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing, prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they arise due to medical negligence or malpractice. For instance, if a physician does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and then fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires 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 the cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and affect way that a child appears and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to various toxic chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be breathed in, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in our homes, workplace and food can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the specific cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the problem is assessing the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, Birth defect lawsuits now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and monitor them over time and their children. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these kinds of issues are inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many 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 an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's problem is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the degree of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able to determine the total cost of medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms the baby before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully prosecuted claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she could give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.