Why You Should Hire a Birth Defect Attorney

Knowing that your child is suffering from an issue with their birth can make the joy of parenting into a painful experience. The majority of birth defects require medical care, which can result in a staggering cost for the family.

A New York birth defect attorney can determine whether your child's health issue was caused by medical negligence or dangerous chemicals or drugs.

Causes of Birth Defects

If your child has a birth defect that could have been prevented by a medical professional, then you should consult an Long Island birth defects attorney promptly. A reputable attorney can handle the previous step swiftly and efficiently, so that you can mourn your ailing loved one.

Birth defects are structural or functional changes in a fetus's body that can affect any part of the human body. They can lead to physical issues, intellectual and developmental disabilities like difficulty learning or communicating or having difficulty with activities like walking or caring for oneself.

Some birth defects can even be detected before the baby is born with the help of specific tests. These include analyzing the cells in blood samples or examining a sample of amniotic fluid or the placenta. Doctors can diagnose birth defects by using ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging.

Certain birth defects are caused by genetic factors, such as abnormalities in the fetus's genetic chromosomes or. These defects can be passed down from the parents, or they could be caused by new mutations to the fetus's DNA that took place during conception. Trisomy 21, Spina Bifida, and Tay-Sachs are two of the most common genetic birth defects. A variety of other genetic birth defects have no known cause.

Medical Malpractice

If you or your child suffered a medical injury due to a mistake by a doctor or other health medical professional, you could have a claim for medical malpractice. This includes failing to diagnose, for instance, a doctor who does not take your symptoms seriously, or makes a wrong diagnosis, and does not begin the appropriate treatment, or fails to follow up with test results. This could also include mistakes with medication, like the wrong diagnosis of anesthesia, prescribing too much medication, or the wrong type of medication, Firm or surgical errors.

Finding an attorney who is experienced in malpractice suits can be difficult. But you can request recommendations from family members and close friends as well as lawyers in other fields. You can also reach out to your state bar. Most bar associations offer search/referral services to assist you in finding an experienced medical negligence lawyer.

Chemical Exposure

Sometimes, birth defects result from exposure to dangerous chemicals that affect the mother or the fetus. Many of these chemicals are used in the workplace, where they are used in the production of products such as plastics, paint, batteries, and ceramic glazes. These chemicals are consumed through inhalation, ingestion or simply absorbed through the skin. Certain of these toxins are known to increase the risk for children developing an abnormal birth defect like spina-bifida, or other psychological and physical conditions.

These teratogen chemical agents can be found in drugs that are not prescribed by doctors, in chemicals employed in the workplace, like those in semiconductor "clean room" environments, or in toxic substances that can pollute the air and water in communities. The Thornton Law Firm has represented parents whose children were born with birth defects that were serious after the mothers were exposed to glycol ethers as well as coal ash and pesticides at the place of work.

Contact an experienced New York birth injury lawyer for a free consultation today should you suspect that the birth defect of your child was caused by medical negligence, dangerous drug or toxic exposure during pregnancy. These claims are extremely time sensitive and there are strict statutes of limitations. An experienced attorney can assist you to determine whether your child is eligible to file a claim, and if it should be filed in court or via settlement agreements.

Product Liability

Many birth defects are the result of an wrong prescription or exposure to chemicals. If parents believe that the child's health condition is due to negligence in medicine or the use of dangerous drugs they should consult an attorney for birth defects right away. These cases can be extremely difficult and extremely time-sensitive.

Medical malpractice cases typically involve the underlying cause of birth defect due to environmental factors, such as chemical or environmental exposure and prescriptions for improperly administered drugs or inadequate prenatal care. Families should seek legal help immediately, as the statute of limitation for medical malpractice claims is only one year.

Birth defect lawsuits for medication are also brought in instances where the doctor was negligent when prescribing medication to the mother, for instance in not understanding the way in which a certain drug could interact with other medications she may be taking, or by not properly advising her of the possible side effects. A Maryland medication birth defect attorney can help clients recover damages when a doctor has acted negligently and causes birth injuries or birth defect.

A family with a baby who has a serious birth defect may be required to pay for extensive surgeries, medical treatments, and therapy throughout the child's lifetime. A birth defect lawyer who is well-informed and experienced can assist parents determine if the medical condition of the child was caused by negligence at the hands of a doctor, a hazardous substance or exposure to toxic substances.