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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not feasible. If this happens it is imperative that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal testing and prescribing medicines that increase the likelihood of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by genetic and environmental factors, however, they can also be a result of an error by a doctor. For example, if a physician fails to detect an inborn disability and fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents can pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To win a medical malpractice case in birth defect lawsuit defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance, can cause serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful drugs or substances.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of harmful chemicals when they are working. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) that are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many medications have not been properly tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as heavy metals, some paints and other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant workers they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to pin down exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the problem is assessing these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and follow their progress over time and also their children. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they contributed to it. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are dedicated to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to get compensation in lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's problem is due to a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness, your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are suitable 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 prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully defended claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs, increasing the likelihood that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers which expose their employees to harmful chemicals at work.