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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's impossible. When this happens, it's essential parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their field. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

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

In order to win a medical negligence case 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 lack of action directly resulted in damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and noneconomic damage due to the injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like Cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major cause. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home workplace, food and work environment could increase the chances of a birth defect. These include fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors can cause the condition. The challenge is to assess the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children over the course of time. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's problem is due to a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition in relation to the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence however, there have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts a baby before it is born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she will give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have filed birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers which expose their employees to harmful chemicals in the workplace.