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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents would like their children to be perfect, but at times that's not feasible. When that happens, it is essential that parents in shock seek the help of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and environmental exposure can cause serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of practice in his or her area, it is deemed medical malpractice. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal testing or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of birth defect or making a misstep during the labor and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually the result of environmental and genetic factors however, they could also be caused by the negligence of a physician. If a doctor fails detect congenital problems in utero, and then fails not to inform parents of the condition, parents might be in a position to file a lawsuit for compensation due to a birth defect for all costs that are associated with their disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was in breach of a duty of duty to the patient, and that he violated the duty, that his actions or inaction action directly resulted in injuries and damages and that the plaintiff suffered economic and noneconomic damage as a result of the injuries. These damages could include the cost of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are essential to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects Contact a medical negligence and birth injury lawyer immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect attorney defect. These birth defects can range in severity and impact way a child looks and behaves throughout life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious issues that could be fatal.

Birth problems can be caused by genetic defects or a range of environmental and chemcial factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious problems for a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

In the scientific literature, it is well-established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals may cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates spina bifida, spina bifida and muscle dystrophy.

While they are working, many mothers are exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they consume certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is a major cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only reason. The presence of a variety of chemicals and toxins at the home, at work and in food can increase the risk of developing birth defects. This includes fungicides, pesticides, lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical substances. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable identify the exact cause of a particular birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors may cause the condition. The trick is to assess these interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a representative population and track their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive data on the effects of environmental factors on the health of a child's fetus and.

Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful, believing that they caused it. However, these defects are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to helping families who have children 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. However, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you might be able to recover damages in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine if your child's condition was caused by a medication, chemical exposure or another environmental trigger which is eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical bills associated with your child's condition in relation to the severity.

While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are cases where a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent before or during labor and delivery. A doctor might prescribe a medication incorrectly that could harm a baby, even before the birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully litigated allegations that a mother's health healthcare provider was exposed prescription drugs or toxic chemicals which increased the risk that she would give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals while working like a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.