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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If this happens it is vital for parents to seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect, or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to inform the parents, the parents may be able to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs that are associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage due to his or her 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 are provided with the appropriate tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind 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, whereas others can cause serious issues and even lead to death.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents when they take 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

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only reason. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in the home as well as in food items can increase the risk of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly 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 pinpoint exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, however it is the norm that these kinds of problems are not a choice. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's problem is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances where a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and birth defect law firms. A doctor may prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims in which a mother’s health medical professional was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.