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Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When that becomes a reality it is crucial that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This may include failing to conduct prenatal testing and prescribing medicines that increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they arise due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For instance the case where a doctor does not recognize a congenital disorder in the uterus and fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may bring a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor violated this duty, the doctor's actions or failure to act directly caused injuries and damages and that the victim was harmed economically and non-economically due to his or her injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations about prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These defects are of various degrees and affect the way that children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic defects or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can pass through the placenta, affecting the unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like the cleft palate, lips and spina bifida.

While working, mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many drugs have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant women and have led to 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 many different chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when employers fail to safeguard pregnant employees they're negligent and could be held accountable.

Researchers are unable to determine exactly what causes a particular birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The trick is to analyze the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from representative populations and follow them and their children for the long term. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect are resentful that they have contributed to the condition, however it's usually the case that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine if your child's condition is the result of chemical exposure, a medication or any other environmental cause 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 eligible for compensation.

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

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