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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect but sometimes it's not possible. When that happens it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic causes, however, they can also be the result of a doctor's negligence. For example the case where a doctor fails to detect an inborn disability and then fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove 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 lack of action directly triggered damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Some birth injuries and defects can be prevented by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defect attorneys defects can be of various severity and affect the way that children behave, appear and functions. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our company is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In the scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can cross the placenta to affect an unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

While working, mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they consume certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. The presence of numerous toxins and chemical compounds in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to safeguard pregnant employees they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to assess the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children over the long run. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they were responsible for the defect. However, these birth defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, most of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition based on the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims against drug manufacturers in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs 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 companies who expose workers to dangerous chemicals on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.