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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If this happens it is imperative for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawsuit defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could include not performing prenatal tests and prescribing medicines that increase the risk of birth defects or committing an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually caused by genetic and environmental factors, but they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents that their child is disabled, parents may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all costs for their child's disabilities.

To win a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered injuries and damages and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include the cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These defects can be of various severity and affect the way that the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed various harmful chemicals when they are working. They can be ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only cause. The presence of a variety of chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, some paints and various chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a combination of factors can cause the condition. The problem is to assess these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and monitor them throughout their lives as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilty because they believe they caused it. However, these birth defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented it is possible to claim damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a medication or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical expenses related to your child's condition depending on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare professional has been negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child being born with birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers which expose their employees to hazardous substances when they work.