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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If this happens it is imperative that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of a birth defect or making a misstep during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, but they can also be caused by the negligence of a doctor. For instance the case where a doctor does not recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify parents of this impairment, parents can bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the handicapped child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor violated that duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the cost of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects may be of different severity and impact the way children behave, look and functions. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

Birth 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 the newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can cross the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While they are working, mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. Many drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have resulted in birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. Many different toxins and chemicals found in our homes workplace, food and work environment can increase the risk of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides and lead, as well as heavy metals, some paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to evaluate these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100 women from the representative population as well as follow them and their children over the long run. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how many environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the condition, however it's usually the case that these kinds of issues are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to get compensation in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical expenses associated with your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are some instances when a healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication that harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully litigated claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.

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