25 Amazing Facts About Birth Defect Litigation

Birth Defect Lawsuits

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

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence or drugs that pose a risk and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defect law firm can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in their region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect, or making a mistake during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be the result of a doctor's negligence. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents they may be eligible to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act led directly to injuries and damages and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These defects vary in severity and impact the how a child appears, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

The causes of a child's birth defects may be due to genetic disorders or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

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

While working, mothers are exposed to a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most common causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. Numerous different chemicals and toxins found in the home, workplace and food could increase the chances of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxic substances is usually unavoidable. However, when employers do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are still trying to determine the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination between several factors can cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so crucial. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations as well as follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data available on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they were responsible for the defect. However, these issues are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue which could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to help you determine if your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a medication or another environmental trigger that is a reason to seek compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical expenses for your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are some instances when a healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures a baby before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted lawsuits against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defect. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories which expose their employees to dangerous chemicals when they work.