Birth Defect Litigation: The Good The Bad And The Ugly
Birth Defect Lawsuits
Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If this 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 and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.
Medical Malpractice
If a doctor does not follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal screening, prescribing medications that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.
Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they could also be the result of a doctor's negligence. If a doctor fails detect congenital defects in utero and fails to inform the parents, the parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all expenses associated with their disabled child.
A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act caused injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress.
Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.
Toxic Chemicals
In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These defects vary in severity and affect the manner in which a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.
Birth birth defects can be caused by genetic defects 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 exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.
It is well-established in the scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can cross the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.
While working, mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. The presence of many different chemical compounds 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. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.
Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The trick is to analyze these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow them over time, as well as their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.
Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the disorder, but it is the norm that these kinds of issues are not a choice. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born with birth defects.
Product Liability
Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.
A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition in relation to the severity.
Although the vast majority are not the result of medical negligence, there have been cases in which a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts an infant before it is born, or they may make an error during surgery.
Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child born with birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to hazardous substances at work for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.