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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. When that happens it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled 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 assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often the result of genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital problems in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem that their child is disabled, parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect within the United States. These defects vary in severity and impact how a child appears, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. 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 prescription and over-thecounter medicines. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been properly tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defect attorneys 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 reason. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to determine exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It could be that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population as well as follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the disorder, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented and you are entitled to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or other environmental factor that is a reason to seek compensation. Based on the severity of your child's illness the legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are qualified for compensation.

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

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers who expose their workers to dangerous chemicals at work.