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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not feasible. If this happens, it's crucial that parents who are stunned seek out the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the risk of a birth defect or making a misstep during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries can be the result of genetic and environmental causes, but sometimes they are the result of an error or negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy and fails to inform parents they may be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation in the event of a wrongful birth. for all the expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases must prove that the doctor has a responsibility to the patient of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's negligence or failure to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damage due to the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses as well as lost wages and emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women receive the required testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with birth defects. These birth defects can range in severity and impact the how a child appears, acts and functions in life. Some are minor and others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

The causes of a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious complications for a newborn. Our firm is committed to making employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful chemicals or medications.

In scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These toxins are known as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects such as cleft lips, palates and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been tested properly on pregnant women 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 cause. Many different toxins and chemicals that are present in the home, workplace and food can increase the likelihood of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most prevalent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to identify the exact cause of the specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination between several factors can cause the condition, but the problem is evaluating these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time and their children. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they caused it. However, these defects are usually inevitable. 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 use during pregnancy to genetics. However, 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 a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's condition was caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or another environmental trigger that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition depending on the severity.

While the majority of cases are not the result of medical negligence there are instances where doctors have been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication that harms an infant before it is born, or commit a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect attorneys have successfully prosecuted claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she will give birth to a baby with birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor producers which expose their employees to toxic chemicals while in the workplace.