Christiane Griffin спросил 3 недели назад
Birth Defect Lawsuits
Parents wish their children to be perfect, but in some cases that’s not possible. If this happens, it’s essential that parents who are stunned seek the assistance of experienced birth defects lawyers.
Birth problems and injuries can be caused by medical negligence, drugs that are dangerous or exposure to environmental toxins. A New York birth defects law firm can assist.
Medical Malpractice
Medical negligence occurs when a doctor does not adhere to the accepted standards of medical care in their area of expertise. This could mean failing to perform prenatal screening and prescribing medicines that increase the chance of birth defects or committing an error during labor and birth.
Birth defects and birth injury are usually the result of genetic and environmental factors, however, they can also be a result of an error by a doctor. If a doctor fails detect congenital disabilities in utero, and then fails not to inform the parents of the condition, parents might be legally able to file a case for wrongful birth seeking compensation for all the costs for their child’s disabilities.
In order to win a medical malpractice claim in birth defect cases the plaintiff must show that the doctor was in breach of a duty of care to the patient, and that he did not fulfill that duty, that his actions or lack of action directly triggered damages and injuries and that he suffered economic and non-economic losses due to the injuries. These damages might include the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
Certain birth defects and injuries are preventable by prompt testing and monitoring during pregnancy, which is why it’s crucial for pregnant women to follow their doctors’ advice about prenatal visits. If you believe that your child’s birth defect is the result of medical malpractice, you should contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer and birth injury lawyer immediately.
Toxic Chemicals
In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects can vary in severity and impact way that a child appears and behaves in life. Some are minor while others can cause serious problems and can even be fatal.
The causes of birth defects can stem from genetic abnormalities or a variety of chemical and environmental factors. For example, exposure to toxic chemicals could cause serious problems for newborns. Our firm is committed to bringing employers to account when they expose pregnant mothers or their unborn babies to harmful chemicals or medications.
In the scientific literature, it is established that certain chemicals and toxins may cross the placenta to affect the unborn child. These chemicals are teratogenic. Exposure to these teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects such as the cleft lip and palate as well as spina Bifida and muscular dystrophy.
While working, mothers are exposed a variety of harmful chemicals. These chemicals can be inhaled or inhaled through the skin. These chemicals comprise industrial solvents such as the ethylene glycol-ethers (EGE) employed in the production of semiconductors. Parents can also be exposed to these toxins when they are consuming certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Many pharmaceuticals have not been adequately tested on pregnant women and have resulted in birth defects.
Environmental Exposure
While genetic disorders are among the most common causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes as well as in food items can increase the likelihood of having a birth defect. This includes fungicides and pesticides lead, heavy metals, certain paints, and many other chemical compounds. Exposure to toxic substances is almost always inevitable. However, when employers fail to protect pregnant employees, they are negligent and can be held responsible.
Researchers are still unable to pinpoint the specific cause of a birth defect. It is possible that a combination of factors could cause the condition. The trick is to study the effects of these factors in real-time. This is why the National Children’s Study, now beginning to be conducted in various states, is so important. The NCS will enroll 100,000 women from a variety of populations as well as follow them and their children over the long run. This study will provide comprehensive data on how environmental factors impact the health of a child’s fetus and.
Many parents suffering from a child’s birth defect feel guilty that they may have contributed to the disorder, but it’s usually the case that these kinds of defects are inevitable. Our birth defect lawyers understand this and are dedicated to families who seek justice for children suffering from birth defects.
Product Liability
Birth problems are caused by a variety of factors, ranging from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genes. Fortunately, many of these causes can be cured. 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 attorney can help you determine if your child’s problem is caused by an underlying chemical, medication or environmental exposure that qualifies for compensation. Your legal team can calculate the total cost of medical bills that are related to your child’s illness depending on the severity.
While the vast majority of birth defects are not caused by medical negligence, there are cases in which a doctor or healthcare worker is negligent prior to or during labor and delivery. A doctor could prescribe a medicine incorrectly, which causes harm to a baby even before birth, or even make an error in surgery.
Our birth defect attorneys have successfully pursued claims in which a mother’s health healthcare provider was exposed toxic chemicals or prescription drugs which increased the chances that she would give birth to a baby with birth defects. We have also brought birth defect lawsuits against semiconductor manufacturers and paint factories which expose their employees to harmful chemicals in the workplace.
