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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect but sometimes it's not possible. If this happens it is vital that parents in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence or drugs that pose a risk, and environmental exposure. 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. It could be a failure to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. For example, if a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform the parents of this disability, the parents can file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the physician breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Some birth injuries and defects are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's important for pregnant women to adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects may be of different severity and impact the way children behave, look and functions. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems and even lead to death.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for newborns. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

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

While working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) which are used in the fabrication of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been tested properly on pregnant women and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in the home, workplace and food can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and other chemical substances. Exposure to these toxic substances is often inevitable. However, when employers fail to safeguard pregnant employees, they're negligent and may be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction between several factors can cause the condition, but the difficulty is assessing these interactions 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 enroll 100,000 women from diverse populations as well as follow them and their children over the long term. This study will provide most comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they may have contributed to the condition, but it is the norm that these kinds of issues are a given. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue which could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to seek compensation through lawsuits for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able to help you determine if your child's illness is due to a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical expenses related to your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence however, there have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which harms a baby even before birth, or may make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases against drug companies when a mother's medical care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her having a child with birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals during their work.