Birth Defect Lawsuits
Parents want their children to be perfect, but sometimes it's not possible. If this happens it is imperative that stunned parents seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.
Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence and dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental factors. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of care in his or her area of expertise. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening or prescribing drugs which increase the chance of birth defects or making a mistake during labor and delivery.
Birth defects and birth injury are usually caused by environmental and genetic factors but they can also be caused by the negligence of a physician. If a physician fails to detect congenital defects in utero, and then fails not to notify parents of the condition, parents might be able to file a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all costs related to their child's disability.
To win a medical malpractice case in birth defect cases, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he breached this duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused damages and injuries and that the patient was a victim of economic and non-economic damages from the injuries. These damages may include costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.
Some birth injuries and defects are preventable by timely testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it's essential for pregnant women to follow their doctors' recommendations regarding prenatal appointments. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.
Toxic Chemicals
In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and impact manner in which a child looks and behaves in life. Some are minor, but others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.
The causes of birth defects may be due to genetic defects or a variety of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for instance causes serious complications in babies. Our company is committed to holding employers accountable when they expose pregnant women or their unborn children to harmful medications or substances.
It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta to affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects, such as lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina bifida.
While they are working, many mothers are exposed a variety of toxic chemicals. These chemicals can be breathed in, ingested or simply absorbed through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE) that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Parents may be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. This is due to the fact that a number of drugs have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have been demonstrated to cause birth defects.
Environmental Exposure
While genetic disorders are one of the most frequent causes of birth defects, exposure to environmental factors is also a major factor. Many different chemicals and toxins that are found in the home workplace, food and work environment can increase the chance of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. If companies fail to safeguard their pregnant employees, it is negligence and they can be held accountable.
Researchers are still trying to find the exact cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a variety of factors can cause the condition. The problem is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now getting under way in several states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations and monitor them and their children over the long run. This study will provide the most comprehensive data available on how a variety of environmental factors affect fetal and child health.
Many parents who are suffering from a birth defect in their child are resentful that they have contributed to the disorder, but it's often the case that these kinds of defects are not a choice. Our
birth defect lawyers are aware of this and are committed to families seeking justice for children suffering from birth defects.
Product Liability
Birth problems are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, most of these causes can be avoided. If your child was born with a medical issue that could have been prevented, you may be entitled to compensation through a birth defect lawsuit.
A New York birth defect lawyer (
escortexxx.ca) will be able to help you determine whether your child's condition is the result of a medication, chemical exposure or any other environmental cause that is eligible for compensation. Your legal team will calculate the total cost of medical bills related to your child's condition in relation to the severity.
Although the majority of birth defects aren't caused due to medical negligence, there are some instances where a healthcare professional has been negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor may prescribe a medication which harms the baby before it's born, or they may make an error during surgery.
Our birth defect lawyers have successfully brought cases against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medication or toxic chemicals that increase the chance of her having a child with a birth defect. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose employees to dangerous chemicals while working, such as a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing companies.