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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. If this happens, it is essential that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could include failing to perform prenatal testing and prescribing medicines which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic factors but they can also be the result of an error by a doctor. For example in the event that a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor violated that duty, the doctor's actions, or failure to act caused injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, so it's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's advice about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect within the United States. These defects vary in severity and impact way a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as Cleft lips and palates spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals 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 prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. The presence of many different chemicals and toxins at the workplace, at home 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 toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to identify the exact cause of the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the problem is assessing these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from a variety of populations and follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they contributed to it. However, these issues are usually inevitable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defect lawsuit defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented or prevented, you could be 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 underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not the result of medical negligence There have been instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A physician may incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures the baby before it is born, or they may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought lawsuits against drug makers where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child born with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to hazardous substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.