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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. When this happens, it's essential parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors, however, they can also be the result of an error by a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents of the condition, parents might be eligible to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages due to the injuries. These damages might include the cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects can range in severity and impact manner in which a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects could be due to genetic anomalies or a wide range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance could cause serious problems in the infant. Our firm is committed in making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or birth defect lawsuits their unborn children to harmful drugs or substances.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as the cleft palate and lips spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed various toxic chemicals while working. They can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major cause. The presence of numerous toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the root of the birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to evaluate the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and follow them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide the most comprehensive data available on how different environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they caused it. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided and you are entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine whether your child's condition is the result of an exposure to chemicals, medication or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor has been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures an infant before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully defended allegations that a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she will give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.