4 Dirty Little Secrets About The Birth Defect Litigation Industry

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When that becomes a reality, it is essential that parents in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, Birth Defect Law Firm it is considered medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing, prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they could also be the result of an error by a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform parents they may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the physician had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and affect way that a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta and affect the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to 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 reason. The presence of numerous chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them over time and their children. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how different environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they caused it. But, these problems are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, the majority of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental factor that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are cases when a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before birth, or even make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued allegations that a mother's health care provider was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she would give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to harmful substances at work for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.