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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but in some cases that's not possible. When that 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 be caused by medical malpractice and dangerous drugs as well as exposure to environmental hazards. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This could be due to failing to conduct prenatal testing and prescribing medicines that increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they are caused by the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For instance when a doctor fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and then fails to notify parents of this disability, the parents may pursue a wrongful birth defect law firms lawsuit seeking compensation for all the lifetime costs associated with the disabled child.

In order to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor owed 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 injuries and damages and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damages due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills, lost wages and emotional stress.

Certain birth injuries and defects can be prevented with timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's recommendations about prenatal visits. If you believe that the birth defect of your child is due to medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with some kind of birth defect in the United States. These defects can be of varying severity and affect the way that the child behaves, looks and functions. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for a newborn. Our company is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.

In scientific research, it is known that certain chemicals and toxins may traverse the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed to an array of harmful chemicals when they are working. They can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed into the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents may also be exposed toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been properly tested on pregnant woman and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most common causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. The presence of many different chemical compounds and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers are unable to identify the exact cause of the birth defect in a specific way. It is possible that a variety of factors could cause the condition. The problem is to study these interactions in real time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a number of states. 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 the most comprehensive data to date about how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the problem, but it's often the case that these types of defects are a given. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, most of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer can help you determine whether your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child's illness depending on the severity.

While the majority of cases are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances in which a doctor was negligent during or before labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication which harms an infant before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended lawsuits against drug makers in cases where a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child developing birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to hazardous substances while working for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.