10 Things You Learned In Kindergarden They ll Help You Understand Birth Defect Litigation

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. If this happens, birth defects it's vital that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This could mean failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing drugs that increase the likelihood of birth defects or committing an error during labor or delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem of the condition, parents might be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses related to their child's disability.

In order to prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage as a result of the injuries. These damages may include expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth problems and injuries can be avoided through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can stem from genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is committed in holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can enter the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as the cleft palate and lips as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. The presence of various toxins and chemical compounds in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to study these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how various environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they contributed to it. However, these birth defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to claim damages in an action 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 underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness the legal team will be able to estimate the total cost of associated medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child born with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to hazardous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.