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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. If this happens it is vital for parents to seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This may include failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing drugs that increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically due to genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they arise due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For example when a doctor does not recognize a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to notify the parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

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

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

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in the newborn. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can enter the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to various harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they take certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many drugs have not been tested properly on pregnant woman and have led to birth 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. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the risk of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to identify the exact cause of a particular birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The next step is to study the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population and will follow them and their children over the course of time. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the problem, but it is the norm that these kinds of defects are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families who seek justice for children who suffer 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 issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's condition is caused by an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition your legal counsel will also be able to determine the total cost of associated medical expenses that are eligible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence There have been instances where a doctor has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms a baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her having a child born with birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories which expose their employees to hazardous substances during their work.