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Birth Defect Lawsuits

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

Birth injuries and birth defects could be caused by medical negligence or drugs that pose a risk, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect, or making a mistake during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are often caused by genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be caused by an error by a doctor. For example in the event that a physician fails to detect the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, that he breached this duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused damages and injuries, and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

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

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of a child's birth defects may be due to genetic anomalies or a wide variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is committed in making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to many harmful chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only reason. The presence of many different chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is assessing the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive information to date on how many environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

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

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be able to recover damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's problem is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses related to your child's condition in relation to the severity.

While the majority of these cases are not due to medical negligence There have been instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers in which a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.