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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect, but that's sometimes impossible. If that happens, it is essential that parents who are in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This may include not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often the result of genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents, the parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all expenses for their child's disabilities.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused damages and injuries, and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects can be prevented by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and affect way that a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. 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

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. 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 are negligent and can be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It could be that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a number of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these kinds of issues are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided, you may be able to get compensation in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's condition is caused by an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the degree of your child's illness your legal counsel will be able to estimate the full cost of the associated medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures a baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyer defect lawyers have successfully defended claims in which a mother’s health healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she would give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.