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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. When that happens, it is essential that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in their field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could mean not performing prenatal tests or prescribing drugs that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they are the result of a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails to detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all expenses associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the doctor was obligated to the patient to perform a duty of care, that the physician violated this duty, the doctor's actions or inability to act directly led to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress.

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

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks, acts and functions in life. Some are minor, while others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in the infant. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like cleft lips and palates as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals are not adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. The presence of many different toxins and chemical compounds in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If employers fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors may cause the condition. The challenge is to analyze these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enrol 100 women from the representative population and monitor them and their children for the long term. This study will provide the most complete information on the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt because they believe they are responsible for it. However, these birth defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been avoided in the first place, you may be able to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or another environmental trigger that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's illness your legal counsel will also be able calculate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are suitable for compensation.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are instances in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error in surgery.

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