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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's impossible. When that happens it is vital for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

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

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 mean failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be the result of a doctor's negligence. For example, if a physician fails to detect a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to inform parents of this disability, the parents can make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the physician violated that duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a range of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed toxic substances when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home, workplace and food can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are unable to pinpoint exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors may cause the condition. The problem is to assess these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is in progress in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow them throughout their lives, as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete information on how environmental factors impact the health of infants and children.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they were responsible for the defect. However, these issues are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects can be caused by many causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition which could have been avoided, you may be able to claim 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. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills associated with your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not caused due to medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms an infant before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child developing a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.