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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents wish their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not possible. When this happens, it's important that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of experienced birth defect attorneys defect lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can provide answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This might involve failing to conduct routine prenatal tests, prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a mistake during labor and birth.

Birth defects and birth injuries are usually caused by genetic and environmental factors, but sometimes they occur due to a doctor's negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital problems in utero and fails to inform parents of the problem they may be able to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defects the plaintiff must demonstrate that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly triggered damage and injuries, and that the patient suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Certain birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy. It's vital for pregnant women adhere to their doctor's recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical negligence caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury attorney immediately.

Toxic Chemicals

Every year, thousands of children are born with a 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, but others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects can be attributed to genetic disorders or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to harmful chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in a newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposed pregnant women and their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or drugs.

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

Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be inhaled or ingested, or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that many drugs are not properly tested on pregnant women and have been proven to cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is one of the major causes of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's far from the only one. Many different chemicals and toxins that are present in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most commonly used. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these toxins is often inevitable. But, when businesses fail to protect pregnant employees they are negligent and can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable identify the exact cause of a specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination between a variety of factors could cause the problem, but the issue is assessing the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now underway in a variety of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations and will follow them and their children for the long-term. This study will provide the most complete information on the effects of environmental factors on the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents who are suffering from a child's birth defect feel guilty for having contributed to the disorder, but it is often the case that these kinds of defects are unavoidable. Our birth defect lawyers know this and are committed to helping families seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented in the first place, you may be able to compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's condition is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness your legal counsel will be able to estimate the total cost of medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances where a doctor was negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor might incorrectly prescribe a medication that harms an infant before it is born, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies where a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child with a birth defect. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous substances on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.