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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When this happens, it's vital that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or committing a lapse during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injury can be caused by environmental and genetic factors however, they can also be a result of the negligence of a physician. For instance in the event that a physician fails to detect a congenital disorder in the uterus and then fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents may make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the disabled child.

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

Some birth injuries and defects can be prevented by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy. Therefore, it's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding their prenatal visits. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a type of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth defects can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of environmental and chemcial factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example could cause serious problems in babies. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposing pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defect law firm defects such as cleft lips, palates and spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals while at work. These chemicals can be breathed in, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. This includes fungicides and pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, when companies do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can trigger the condition. The challenge is to evaluate the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations and follow them and their children over the long term. This study will provide the most comprehensive data to date on how different environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child feel guilt believing that they caused it. However, these issues are not always preventable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families with children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical condition which could have been prevented and you are entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine if your child's illness was caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or another environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition depending on the severity.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances where a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that can harm a baby before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully pursued allegations that a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the chance that she could give birth to a child who has birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to dangerous chemicals in the workplace in a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.

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