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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If that happens it is imperative that parents who are in shock seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical malpractice or drugs that pose a risk or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

When a doctor fails follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a misstep during the birth and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries can be due to genetic and environmental causes, but occasionally they are caused by medical negligence or malpractice. For instance the case where a doctor does not recognize an inborn disability and then fails to notify parents of this condition, parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses incurred by the disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor had a duty to the patient of care, that the doctor did not fulfill this duty, that the doctor's actions, or failure to act caused 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 and lost wages, as well as emotional stress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable through timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's important for pregnant women to follow their doctors' advice regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that the birth defect of your child is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These birth defects can vary in severity and impact the how a child appears, behaves and performs in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious issues and can even be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic abnormalities or a range of environmental and chemical factors. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.

It is well-established in scientific research that certain toxins as well as chemicals can pass through the placenta and harm an unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

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

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are one of the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also be a significant factor. Many different chemicals and toxins found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. 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 businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to determine the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the difficulty is assessing 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 a representative populations and will follow them over time and their children. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they contributed to it. However, these defects are often unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. However, many of these causes are preventable. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided and you are entitled to recover damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney can help you determine if your child's condition is due to a medication, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's condition your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are eligible for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused by medical negligence, there are cases in which a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication in a way that harms a baby even before birth, or even make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended cases against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the likelihood of her having a child with a birth defect. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to harmful substances on the job like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.

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