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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. When that happens it is vital that parents who are in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be a result of the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the problem they may be legally able to file a case for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs associated with their disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damages because of the injuries. These damages could include costs 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 necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child 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 birth defects are of various degrees and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

The causes of birth defects could be due to genetic defects or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. 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 scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta and affect the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. Many different toxins and chemicals that are found in the home or workplace can increase the chance of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides, pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pin down exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The next step is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and follow them over time and their children. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it is often the case that these kinds of problems are a given. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's problem is due to 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 according to the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which could harm a baby, even before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended lawsuits against drug companies where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child born with a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals when they work.