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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could be due to failing to conduct prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they are the result of a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For example in the event that a physician is unable to identify a congenital disability in utero and then fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice case in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly led to damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's essential for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some form of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the how a child appears and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example causes serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

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

While working, many mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. They can be inhaled, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been found to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major cause. The presence of various 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 commonly used. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses fail to safeguard pregnant employees they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect attorney defect. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The challenge is to study these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track them throughout their lives and also their children. This study will provide the most comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful because they believe they were responsible for the defect. But, these problems are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to recover damages in an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's illness was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or other environmental trigger that is a reason to seek compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness, your legal team will be able to estimate the total cost of associated medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

While the majority of these cases are not due to medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and birth. A doctor might prescribe a medication that harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims where a mother's health medical professional was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the risk that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances at work in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.