25 Surprising Facts About Birth Defect Litigation

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not possible. When this happens, it's crucial that parents who are shocked seek the help of experienced birth defects 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 (pandahouse.lolipop.jp) can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This could include not performing prenatal tests, prescribing medications which increase the chance of birth defects, or making an error during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth defect law firms injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to notify parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses associated with their disabled child.

In order to prevail in a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated that duty, that his actions or lack of action directly led to damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses from the injuries. These damages may include cost of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the necessary tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects seek out a medical malpractice and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, look and performs. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues and even be fatal.

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For example exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed in bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed to a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled, inhaled or absorbed into the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these poisons when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also be a significant factor. The presence of various chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can cause the condition. The challenge is to analyze the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so crucial. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and track them over time as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about the effects of environmental factors on the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the problem, but it's usually the case that these kinds of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families whose children are born with birth defects.

Product Liability

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

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if the condition of your child is caused by the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition the legal team will also be able to determine the total cost of medical bills admissible for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not due to medical negligence There have been instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medication that can harm a baby before birth, or may make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases against drug companies where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories that expose their workers toxic chemicals while when they work.