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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defect law firm, company website, can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her area of expertise. This may 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 the result of environmental and genetic factors but they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs related to their child's disability.

To prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated that duty, that his actions or lack of action directly resulted in injuries and damages and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic anomalies or a wide variety of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance could cause serious problems in the infant. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects, such as Cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals while at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant women and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a combination with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty because they believe they caused it. But, these problems are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to claim damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or any other environmental cause that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition the legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are occasions in which a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect law firms defect lawyers have successfully defended lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.