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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's not possible. When that happens it is imperative that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician violates the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This may include failing to perform prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors but they can also be the result of an error by a doctor. For example the case where a doctor is unable to identify a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the physician was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional distress.

Some birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance 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.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed poisons when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only cause. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process across several states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and follow them and their children over the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date about 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, but it's often the case that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if the condition of your child is caused by an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness the legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the medical bills eligible for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence There have been instances where a doctor has been negligent during or birth defect lawsuits before labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.

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