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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. When that happens it is vital that parents in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of care in his or her area of expertise. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the risk of a birth defect, or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are caused by the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem they may be able to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all expenses associated with their disabled child.

To prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, and that he violated this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in damage and injuries, and that the patient suffered economic and non-economic losses from the injuries. These damages might include the costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects can be of various severity and affect the way that a child acts, looks and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic anomalies or a range of environmental and chemcial factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these poisons 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 found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to assess these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how different environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the condition, however it's often the case that these kinds of problems are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering 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. However, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented and you are entitled to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine if your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of medical bills suitable for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms the baby before it's born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases against drug companies in cases where a mother's health 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 lawsuit defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers which expose their employees to harmful chemicals at work.