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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. If that happens it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to inform parents that their child is disabled, parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions or inability to act caused injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and impact way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and even be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can pass through the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. 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 frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination with multiple factors could trigger the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations as well as follow them and their children over the course of time. This study will provide the most complete data available on how many environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the problem, but it's often the case that these kinds of defects are a given. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

birth defect attorneys defects can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine if your child's illness is caused by chemical exposure, a drug or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances where a healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug makers in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child born with a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers who expose their workers to hazardous substances during their work.