Birth Defect LawsuitsParents would like their children to be perfect, but sometimes that's not possible. When this happens, it's essential that parents who are shocked seek out the help of experienced birth defects lawyers.
Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.
Medical Malpractice
If a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standard of practice in his or her field, it's considered medical malpractice. This could mean failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medication that increases the chance of having a birth defect, or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.
Birth defects and birth injuries are often caused by genetic or environmental factors, but sometimes they occur due to medical negligence or malpractice. For instance in the event that a physician fails to recognize a congenital disability in utero and fails to notify the parents of this disability, the parents may file a wrongful birth claim seeking compensation for all the lifetime expenses incurred by the disabled child.
In order to prevail in a medical negligence case in birth defect cases the plaintiff has to prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of duty to the patient, that he failed to fulfill the duty, and that his actions or inaction action directly caused damages and injuries and that the patient suffered economic and noneconomic damage from the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
Prenatal visits are necessary to ensure that pregnant women receive the proper testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects, contact a medical malpractice and birth injury lawyer right away.
Toxic Chemicals
Every year thousands of children are born with a form of birth defect in the United States. These defects can vary in severity and affect way a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, whereas others can cause serious issues and may even cause death.
Birth defects can be caused by genetic disorders or a variety of chemcial or environmental factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example can trigger serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for the exposure of pregnant women and 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 toxins are referred to as teratogenic. Exposure to these chemicals can cause birth defects, such as the cleft palate and lips, spina bifida and muscular dystrophy.
Many mothers are exposed to many toxic chemicals when they are at work. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin of the body. These chemicals include industrial solvents like ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacture of semiconductors. These toxins can also be ingested by parents who take certain over-the counter and prescription drugs. This is because a lot of pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been shown 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 many different toxins and chemical compounds in the workplace, at home and in food items can increase the risk of
birth defects. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Paints, heavy metals, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. When companies fail to protect their pregnant employees, this is negligence and they can be held accountable.
Researchers have yet to pinpoint the exact cause of a birth defect. It could be that a combination of factors can trigger the condition. The next step is to analyze these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important since it is currently in process in a variety of states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and will follow them and their children for the course of time. This study will provide complete information on how environmental factors affect the health of a child's fetus and.
Many parents who have a birth defect in their child are resentful because they believe they were responsible for the defect. But, these problems are usually inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.
Product Liability
Many birth defects result from a variety of causes ranging from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these issues can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical issue that could have been avoided or prevented, you might be able to seek compensation through a lawsuit for birth defects.
A New York
birth defect attorney can assist you to determine if your child's condition is due to the use of a medicine, chemical or environmental exposure that is eligible for compensation. Based on the severity of your child's condition your legal team will be able to estimate the full cost of the associated medical expenses that are suitable for compensation.
Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances when a healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication which harms a baby before it is born, or make an error during surgery.
Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted claims against drug manufacturers in which a mother's health healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her child being born with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies who expose workers to dangerous chemicals on the job, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.