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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's not always possible. If this happens, it's important that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects 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 help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This may include not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they arise due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero and fails to notify parents, the parents may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all expenses related to their child's disability.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in damages and injuries, and that he or she was a victim of economic and non-economic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects can be of various severity and affect the way that the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemical factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

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

Many mothers are exposed to an array of toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs aren't 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 far from the only one. The presence of numerous chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. 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 a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to pinpoint exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and track them over time and their children. This study will provide complete information on how environmental factors affect fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the condition, however it's usually the case that these kinds of problems are not a choice. 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 drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided it is possible to seek compensation through a lawsuit for birth defects birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition was caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are eligible for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.