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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not possible. If this happens, it's crucial parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can result from medical malpractice and dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a misstep during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they can also be the result of the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to notify parents they may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs for their child's disabilities.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that he was a victim of economic and non-economic damages due to the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

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

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These defects vary in severity and affect way that a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can pass through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been properly tested on pregnant woman and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. A variety of toxins and chemicals that are found in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to analyze these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow their progress over time and their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the disorder, but it is often the case that these types of defects are inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented, you may be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills eligible for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions when a healthcare worker is negligent before or during labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms a baby before it is born, or they may commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought claims against drug manufacturers in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.