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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If that happens it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or committing a lapse during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, but sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. For example when a doctor does not recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify parents of this impairment, parents can file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act led directly to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include costs of medical bills lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and birth defect lawyers 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 the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

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

Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in a newborn. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. Many different toxins and chemicals found in our homes or workplace could increase the chances of a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints and various chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to study these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty believing that they are responsible for it. However, these defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

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

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended lawsuits against drug makers in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child developing birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.