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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes not possible. If this happens, it's essential that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are often caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be caused by an error by a doctor. For example the case where a doctor is unable to identify the presence of a congenital defect in utero and then fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents may make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the physician violated this duty, 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 his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages 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 follow their doctors' advice regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects are of various degrees and impact the way a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

The causes of a child's birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example causes serious complications in babies. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect the unborn child. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals 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 frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. Many different chemicals and toxins found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the risk of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The trick is to study 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 populations and will follow them and their children over the long term. This study will provide the most complete data available on how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the disorder, but it is often the case that these kinds of issues are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of an exposure to chemicals, medication or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical bills associated with your child's condition in relation to the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug makers when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories who expose their workers to toxic chemicals while when they work.