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Parents wish their children to be perfect, but at times that's not possible. If that happens it is vital for parents to seek the assistance of experienced birth defect lawyers.

Medical negligence, dangerous medications, and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm can help you find answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This might involve failing to perform routine prenatal tests or prescribing medications that increase the likelihood of a birth defect or making a mistake during the labor and delivery.

Birth birth defects and birth injuries are often due to genetic and environmental causes, however sometimes they are the result of medical negligence or malpractice. If a physician fails to detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to notify parents, the parents may be legally able to file a case for compensation due to a birth defect for all the expenses for their child's disabilities.

A successful medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases requires that the doctor owed the patient a duty of care, that the doctor breached this duty, that the doctor's actions or failure to act caused injuries and damages, and that the victim suffered economic and non-economic damages as a result of his or her injuries. These damages could include the costs of medical bills, lost wages as well as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are crucial to ensure that pregnant women receive the required tests and monitoring. If you suspect that medical negligence caused the birth defect of your child you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer right away.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born each year with a birth defect. These defects can be of various severity and impact the way children behave, appear and functions. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and may even cause death.

Birth defects can result from genetic anomalies or a range of chemcial and environmental causes. For instance exposure to toxic chemicals can cause serious health issues for newborns. Our firm is determined to hold employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their newborn babies to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can cross the placenta and affect the unborn baby. These chemicals are referred to as teratogenic. These teratogenic chemicals could cause birth defects, such as lip clefts, palates, and spina bifida.

Many mothers are exposed many toxic chemicals while they are working. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals include industrial solvants such as ethylene glycol and ethers (EGE), which are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents while they are taking certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs. A lot of pharmaceuticals haven't been adequately tested on pregnant woman and may cause birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most frequent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major cause. Many different chemicals and toxins found in our homes as well as in food items can increase the chance of a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most frequent. Heavy metals, paints heavy pigments, certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. But, when businesses do not take precautions to protect pregnant employees they're negligent and could be held responsible.

Researchers have yet to pinpoint the root of the birth defect. It is possible that a combination with multiple factors could trigger the problem, but the issue is assessing these interactions in real-time. The National Children's Study is important because it is currently underway across several states. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from representative populations and monitor them and their children for the long run. This study will provide the most complete data available on how various environmental factors impact fetal and child health.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child feel guilt, believing that they are responsible for it. However, these issues are usually unavoidable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are committed to helping families whose children are born who have birth defects.

Product Liability

Many birth defects result from a variety of factors that range from drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy to genetics. Fortunately, many of these causes can be prevented. If your child was diagnosed with a medical condition that could have been prevented, you may be able to seek compensation through an action for birth defects.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine whether your child's illness is caused by an exposure to chemicals, medication or any other environmental cause that could be eligible for compensation. Depending on the severity of your child's illness, your legal team will also be able to calculate the full cost of the associated medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

Although the majority of birth defects are not caused due to medical negligence, there are instances in which a doctor or healthcare worker was negligent prior to or during labor and birth. A doctor could prescribe a medication in a way that causes harm to a baby even before birth, or make an error during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted cases against drug companies when a mother's medical healthcare provider has been exposed to prescription medicines or toxic chemicals that increase the chances of her child being born with birth defects. We also brought birth defect lawsuits against companies that expose workers to dangerous substances in the workplace for example, a paint factory or semiconductor manufacturing company.