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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not always possible. If that happens, it is essential that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects could result from medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of a birth defect, or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be caused by a doctor's negligence. For example the case where a doctor fails to recognize a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to inform parents of the disability, the parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the physician has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically due to the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, contact 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 birth defects can range in severity and impact way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in a newborn. Our company is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn child. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are working. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents while they are taking certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to 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. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes as well as in food items could increase the chances of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to study these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population as well as follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it is often the case that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child is due to a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will be able to estimate the total cost of medical bills admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth defect attorney injuries are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms a baby before it is born, or they may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated cases where a mother's health care provider was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous substances in the workplace for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.