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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If this happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful and exposure to environmental factors. 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 care in his or her area of expertise. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or committing a lapse during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic causes, but they can also be the result of the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem of the condition, parents might be eligible to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth defect law firms. for all the expenses related to their child's disability.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's actions or failure to act led directly to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and affect the way a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor and others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial or environmental factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of many different 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 prevalent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pin down exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to analyze the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track them over time and their children. This study will provide the most complete data available on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they are responsible for it. However, these defects are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to claim damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's condition is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical expenses related to your child's condition according to the severity.

While the majority of cases are not due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully defended cases where a mother's health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she could give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.