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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's impossible. When that happens it is imperative that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be a result of an error by a doctor. For example when a doctor fails to detect a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the physician violated this duty, the doctor's negligence or failure to act caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice about prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, consult an experienced 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 impact way that a child appears and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins and chemicals can pass through the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many harmful chemicals when they are at work. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is because many pharmaceuticals aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. The presence of various toxins and chemical compounds in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. However, when companies fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can trigger the condition. The problem is to analyze the effects of these factors 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 100,000 women from representative population and track them over time and also their children. This study will provide the most complete information to date on how different environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they may have contributed to the condition, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers recognize this and are committed to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

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

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able to calculate the total cost of associated medical expenses that are suitable for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are cases in which a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she could give birth to a child with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers who expose their workers to hazardous substances when they work.