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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not possible. If this happens, it's vital that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can result from medical malpractice, drugs that are dangerous as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic and environmental factors, however, they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. For instance in the event that a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of the impairment, parents can make a claim for wrongful birth defect attorneys seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses incurred by the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, that he breached that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damages and injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses 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 essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These defects vary in severity and impact the how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in babies. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect an unborn child. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft palate, lips and spina Bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been tested properly on pregnant women and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only one. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers, they are negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pin down exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to evaluate these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in several states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most comprehensive information to date on how different environmental factors impact fetal as well as child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty for having contributed to the condition, but it is the norm that these kinds of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit (check it out).

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's illness was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental factor that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition the legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases where a doctor has been negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication that can harm a baby before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child born with birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.