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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. If this happens, it's essential that parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could include not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they arise due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to notify parents they may be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the expenses associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly led to damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's crucial for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a form of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can range in severity and impact how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects may be due to genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemical factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed in ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta and affect the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects, such as the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents who take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is because many pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also be a significant factor. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. 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, this is negligence and [empty] they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to determine exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can cause the condition. The trick is to evaluate the effects of these factors in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they may have contributed to the disorder, but it is the norm that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are committed to helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by many factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's illness is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

While the majority of these cases are not caused due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor has been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which harms a baby even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully defended claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she will give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances while working for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.