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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but that's sometimes not always possible. When that becomes a reality, it is essential that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be a result of a doctor's negligence. For instance in the event that a physician fails to recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of the condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, that he breached the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly led to damage and injuries, and that he or she suffered economic and non-economic losses from the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional stress.

Some birth injuries and defects can be prevented by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's vital for pregnant women follow their doctors' recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The reasons for a child's birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

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

Many mothers are exposed to many harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been properly tested on pregnant woman and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. Many different chemicals and toxins found in our homes, workplace and food can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to assess the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, lawsuit now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and monitor their progress over time, as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilty, believing that they were responsible for the defect. However, these issues are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, a lot of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented, you may be entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

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

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

Our birth defect law firm defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child developing a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances on the job for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.