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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If that happens it is vital that stunned parents seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their field. This could mean failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing drugs that increase the risk of birth defects, or making an error during labor or delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by environmental and genetic factors, but they can also be a result of an error by a doctor. For instance the case where a doctor fails to recognize the presence of a congenital defect in utero and then fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To win a medical malpractice claim in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor owed a breach of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly triggered damages and injuries and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages might include the cost of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth problems and injuries can be avoided by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.

Birth defects can result from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

In the scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect an unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defect law firm defects like lip clefts, palates, and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to various harmful chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the main causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only one. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides lead, heavy metals, some paints and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination between a variety of factors could cause the problem, but the issue is assessing the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they contributed to it. But, these problems are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

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

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine if your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a drug or another environmental trigger which is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

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

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases where a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the risk that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to harmful substances in the workplace for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.