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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If this happens it is vital that parents in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence, drugs that are dangerous, and environmental exposure. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her area of expertise. This could be due to failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing drugs that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor birth defect lawsuits and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic factors, however, they can also be a result of the negligence of a doctor. For instance, if a physician fails to detect an inborn disability and fails to inform the parents of this condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

In order to prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor owed a breach of care to the patient, that he breached that duty, that his actions or lack of action directly led to injuries and damages and that he or she was a victim of economic and non-economic damages due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills and lost wages, as well as emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These defects can be of varying severity and affect the way that children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance can trigger serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can pass through the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects such as the cleft lip and palate spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals while they are at work. These chemicals can be consumed, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents when they take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals 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 numerous chemical compounds and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is almost always inevitable. However, if companies fail to protect pregnant workers they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers aren't able to pinpoint exactly what causes the birth defect in a specific way. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The trick is to evaluate the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative populations and will follow them over time and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of infants and children.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they may have contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families with children who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented and you are entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's illness is due to an illness, 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 determine the full cost of the medical bills that are qualified for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are occasions in which a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances in the workplace for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.