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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. When that happens it is crucial that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence, drugs that are dangerous and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to conduct prenatal testing and prescribing medicines that increase the likelihood of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. For instance when a doctor does not recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the disability, the parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses incurred by the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor was in breach of a duty of duty to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered injuries and damages and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Some birth problems and injuries can be avoided through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, consult 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 birth defects can range in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina Bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many drugs have not been tested properly on pregnant woman and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. The presence of numerous toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. 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 usually unavoidable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to analyze the effects of these factors 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 100,000 women from a variety of populations as well as follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, however it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are a given. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided in the first place, you may be able to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's problem is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's health condition your legal team will also be able calculate the full cost of the medical bills eligible for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not caused due to medical negligence however, there have been instances in which a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medicine that hurts an infant before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.