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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If this happens, it's vital parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of having a birth defect or committing a lapse during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they arise due to an error or negligence of a physician. For instance when a doctor fails to detect an inborn disability and then fails to notify the parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the handicapped child.

In order to prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages may include cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations 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 immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These defects can be of varying severity and impact the way children behave, look and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and even lead to death.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents who take certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. The presence of a variety of toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. However, if companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long term. This study will provide most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they caused it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defect attorney defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's illness is caused by chemical exposure, a medication or any other environmental cause that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition according to the severity.

While the majority of cases are not due to medical negligence There have been instances in which a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims in which a mother’s health healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she will give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to harmful substances in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.