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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can result from medical malpractice and dangerous drugs or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician violates the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This may include failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to notify parents that their child is disabled, parents may be able to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

In order to win a medical negligence case in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects can be of varying severity and impact the way a child acts, looks and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be breathed in or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. Many medications have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the challenge is assessing the effects of these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

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

Product Liability

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

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

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are occasions where a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she will give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories which expose their employees to hazardous substances during their work.