Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect, but that's sometimes not possible. If this happens, it's vital parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defect lawyers.

Birth injuries and birth defects can be caused by medical negligence and drugs that are harmful and exposure to environmental factors. A New York Birth Defect Law firm, helloenglish.kr, can assist you in getting answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This could be due to not performing prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the risk of birth defects or committing an error during labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities during pregnancy, and then fails not to notify parents, the parents may be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all expenses that are associated with their disabled child.

In order to win a medical negligence case in birth defects the plaintiff must show that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, and that he violated the duty, and that his actions or lack of action directly caused damage and injuries, and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses from the injuries. These damages could include medical expenses or lost wages, as well emotional stress.

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

Toxic Chemicals

Every year thousands of children are born with a kind of birth defect in the United States. These birth defects can be of various severity and affect the way that the child behaves, looks and performs. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.

The causes of birth defects can be attributed to genetic abnormalities or a range of chemical and environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example, can cause serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful drugs or substances.

In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins can traverse the placenta and affect an unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. The exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as cleft lips and palates as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.

Many mothers are exposed a wide variety of toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be breathed in, consumed or absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol ethers (EGE), which are used in the production of semiconductors. Parents can be exposed to these toxic substances when they consume certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

Environmental exposure is an important cause of birth defects. Genetic disorders are a common cause, but it's not the only reason. The presence of various chemicals and toxins in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If businesses fail to protect their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the precise cause of a birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between multiple factors may cause the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the effects of these interactions in real time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative population and follow their progress over time as well as their children. This study will provide most comprehensive data on how environmental factors affect the health of children and fetuses.

Many parents suffering from a birth defect in their child feel guilty that they somehow contributed to the problem, but it is often the case that these kinds of issues are not a choice. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are committed to families seeking justice for children who suffer from birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth defects are caused by a variety of causes, ranging from drugs or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be avoided. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to get compensation in a lawsuit involving birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's condition was caused by chemical exposure, a drug or other environmental trigger which is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's illness your legal team will also be able to determine the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are suitable for compensation.

Although the vast majority are not caused due to medical negligence there are instances where a doctor was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor may prescribe a medication that harms the baby before it is born, or they may make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully defended claims where a mother's health care provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs, increasing the likelihood that she would give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We have also filed birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose their workers to harmful substances at work for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.