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Birth Defect Lawsuits
Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's impossible. If this happens it is vital that parents who are in shock seek out the assistance of skilled birth defect lawyers.
Birth injuries and birth defects could result from medical malpractice and drugs that are harmful or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.
Medical Malpractice
If a physician fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in his or her region, it's deemed medical malpractice. This could be due to not performing prenatal tests or prescribing drugs that increase the likelihood of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.
Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic causes, however, they could also be a result of the negligence of a doctor. For example, if a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to inform parents of this condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses incurred by the disabled child.
In order to prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly caused injuries and damages and that he or she suffered economic and non-economic losses because of the injuries. These damages might include the costs 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 required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.
Toxic Chemicals
In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with a birth defect. These birth defects can range in severity and affect the way that a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.
Birth defects can be caused by genetic defects or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. For example exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our company is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful medications or substances.
In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can be transmitted through the placenta, affecting an unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.
While working, many mothers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals. They can be ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. These chemicals can also be consumed by parents who take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.
Environmental Exposure
Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause but it's not the only one. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.
Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating 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 enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of a child's fetus and.
Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they are responsible for it. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.
Product Liability
Birth defects can be caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to seek compensation through a lawsuit for birth defects.
A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's condition is caused by a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's health condition your legal team will also be able to calculate the total cost of medical bills that are suitable for compensation.
While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication that could harm a baby, even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.
Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended allegations that a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the risk that she will give birth to a child with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to harmful substances at work, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.