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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not possible. When that becomes a reality it is imperative that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can result from 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 occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could include failing to perform routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the risk of a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of a doctor's negligence or malpractice. For instance in the event that a physician fails to detect a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify parents of the condition, parents may pursue a wrongful birth lawsuit seeking compensation for the ongoing expenses associated with the handicapped child.

In order to win a medical negligence case in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor owed a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly led to damage and injuries, and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damages because of the injuries. These damages may include expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer immediately.

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 impact the way children behave, appear and performs. 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. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to ensuring that employers are held accountable when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can enter the placenta and harm the unborn baby. These toxins are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be ingested or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these chemicals when they consume certain over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is because many pharmaceuticals aren't adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequently cited causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes or workplace can increase the chance of having a birth defect law firms defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Paints, heavy metals heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is usually unavoidable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is a breach of duty and they could be held accountable.

Researchers are still trying to find the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a mix of factors can cause the condition. The next step is to study the interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is now underway in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them throughout their lives, as well as their children. This study will provide most complete information on how environmental factors impact fetal and childhood health.

Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it is the norm that these types of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families who seek justice for children who suffer from 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 born with a medical issue that could have been avoided in the first place, you may be able to claim damages through a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect attorney will be able help you determine if your child's problem is due to an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team can estimate the total cost of medical bills for your child's condition based on the severity.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence There have been instances where a doctor was negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that causes harm to a baby even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies in which a mother's health care provider has been exposed to prescription medications or toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of her child being born with birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor and paint factories that expose their workers to harmful chemicals at work.