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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. When that becomes a reality it is vital that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they can also be caused by a doctor's negligence. For example the case where a doctor is unable to identify the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to inform parents of this impairment, parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly triggered damages and injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damage as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. 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 even be fatal.

The causes of birth defect law firms defects may be due to genetic anomalies or a wide range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in the infant. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many drugs have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women 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 one. Numerous different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home as well as in food items can increase the chance 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 toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable determine exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a variety of factors may cause the condition. The problem is to study 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 a representative population and monitor them throughout their lives as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about how many environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful believing that they contributed to it. However, these issues are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine if your child's condition was caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical bills associated with your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication that harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

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