The Most Convincing Evidence That You Need Birth Defect Litigation

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Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens, it's vital parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician is in violation of the accepted standard of medical care in their area of expertise. This may include not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defects, or making an error during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For example, if a physician fails to detect an inborn disability and then fails to notify the parents of this impairment, parents can make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the disabled child.

To win a medical negligence case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, and that he did not fulfill that duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Some birth problems and injuries can be avoided by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. 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 may even cause death.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for newborns. Our company is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable 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 to affect the unborn baby. These toxins are called teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents who take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. The presence of a variety of chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints and many other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and monitor them throughout their lives and also their children. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they caused it. But, these problems are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families whose children are born 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, most of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child is due to an illness, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition in relation to the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication incorrectly that can harm a baby before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims against drug manufacturers in which a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her child being born with birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous substances while working in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.