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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children perfect however, sometimes that's impossible. If that happens, it is essential that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

birth defect law firm defects and injuries can result from medical malpractice and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. It could be a failure to perform routine prenatal tests and prescribing a medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be caused by environmental and genetic factors but they can also be the result of the negligence of a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform the parents, the parents may be eligible to file a claim for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases demands that the physician owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act led directly to injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you believe that your child's birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a form of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor, while others can lead to serious problems that may be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. For instance, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for newborns. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or medications.

It is well-established in the scientific literature that certain toxins and chemicals can enter the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

While working, many mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) used in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been thoroughly tested on pregnant woman and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure can also play a role. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of developing birth defects. These include pesticides, fungicides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and various chemical substances. Exposure to these toxins is generally inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors can cause the condition. The trick is to analyze 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 enrol 100 women from the representative population and follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most comprehensive information about how environmental factors impact the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt and believe that they are responsible for it. However, these issues are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors ranging from drug and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided and prevented, you could be able to get compensation in a lawsuit for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine if your child's illness is caused by chemical exposure, a medication or other environmental factor which is eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able calculate the full cost of the associated medical bills that are admissible for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not due to medical negligence there are instances where a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication in a way that harms a baby even before the birth, or make an error in surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted allegations that a mother's health care provider was exposed to 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 dangerous chemicals in the workplace like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.