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Birth defect lawsuits - Hg3b25hm0h.com -

Parents want their children perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. If that happens it is crucial that parents in shock seek the help of seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth defects and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defects law firm can help.

Medical Malpractice

If a physician fails to follow the accepted standard of practice in their area, it is considered medical malpractice. It could be a failure to conduct routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic or environmental causes, but sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. For example when a doctor fails to detect the presence of a congenital defect in utero and fails to notify the parents of this impairment, parents can make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifelong expenses associated with the disabled child.

To win a medical malpractice lawsuit in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor owed a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated this duty, that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that he was a victim of economic and non-economic damages as a result of the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper tests and monitoring. If you suspect that your child's birth defect is due to medical malpractice, speak to an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

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

The causes of a child's birth defects could be due to genetic disorders or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in babies. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

In scientific literature, it has been established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta to affect an unborn child. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects like the cleft lip and palate as well as spina bifida, and muscular dystrophy.

While working, mothers are exposed of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE or ethylene glycol (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed chemicals when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many pharmaceuticals have not been properly tested on pregnant women and have caused birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors can also play a role. The presence of numerous chemicals and toxins in the home, at work and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to these 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 pinpoint exactly what causes the specific birth defect. It is possible that a combination with multiple factors could trigger the condition, but the challenge is evaluating 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 their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide the most complete information on the effects of environmental factors on fetal and childhood health.

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

Product Liability

Many birth defects are caused by a range of factors, ranging from drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, a lot of these issues can be prevented. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you could be entitled to recover damages through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer can assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by a medication, chemical exposure or other environmental factor that could be eligible for compensation. The legal team of your lawyer can estimate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition according to the severity.

Although the vast majority of birth injuries are not due to medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or prior to labor and delivery. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medication that injures the baby before it's born, or make a mistake during surgery.

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