The 10 Most Scariest Things About Birth Defect Litigation

Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. When this happens, it's vital parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm (mall4.kokoo.Kr) can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor violates the accepted standard of care in his or her area of expertise. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors, however, they can also be the result of the negligence of a physician. For instance the case where a doctor does not recognize an inborn disability and fails to inform parents of this impairment, parents can file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses incurred by the disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, that his actions or lack of action directly led to damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and non-economic losses as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills as well as lost wages and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with some type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can vary in severity and affect the how a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor, while others can lead to serious issues that could be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic anomalies or a wide variety of chemical and environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In the scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect the unborn child. These toxins are called teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as the cleft palate and lips spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. They can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxic substances can also be consumed by parents who take certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. The presence of various toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides and lead, as well as 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 a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It could be that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the problem, but the issue is evaluating these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a number of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from diverse populations and monitor them and their children over the course of time. This study will provide the most comprehensive information to date on how a variety of environmental factors influence fetal and child health.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the condition, but it's often the case that these kinds of problems are unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems can be caused by a variety causes, from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to claim damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's health condition, your legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of medical bills suitable for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully litigated claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed to toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chance that she could give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to hazardous substances while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.