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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's impossible. When this happens, it's vital that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned 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 help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of medical care in their field. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing and prescribing a medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be a result of a doctor's negligence. For instance the case where a doctor fails to recognize a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to inform the parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing costs associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in damages and injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damage because of 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 necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary testing and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and affect the way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a range of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta to affect the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals while they are at work. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only cause. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of a birth defect lawsuit defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It could be that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the problem is assessing the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from diverse populations and will follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty and believe that they contributed to it. However, these issues are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been avoided, you may be able to get compensation in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if the condition of your child is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition, your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies in cases where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child with birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to harmful substances while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.