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Birth Defect Lawyers

When a child is born with a serious medical issue parents could be covered in medical bills. If your child has an abnormality in birth that was caused due to medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be able to claim compensation.

A Hudson, NY lawyer for birth defects can assist you to seek justice.

The causes of birth defects

Certain birth defects occur because of genetic changes or the chromosomes. These problems may be passed down from parents with these defects or result from a new mutation in an ovum that has been fertilized. These problems can affect the way the body functions or develops. These genetic problems can be either mild or severe.

There are also birth defects caused by environmental factors during the development of the fetus. Chemicals and toxins, like those found in industrial solvents (such as benzene) and trichloroethylene (used in dry cleaning, as well as perchloroethylene which is used in the process of painting and degreasing metals) can cause birth defects. These include exposure to heavy metals like mercury, arsenic and lead used in manufacturing and power plants. These harmful substances are referred to as teratogens and may cause serious damage to the developing baby.

Medical professionals can cause birth defects through negligence. For instance they might fail to identify or treat a mother's illness during pregnancy or even after the baby is born. A doctor may be negligent in prescribing medication that may cause birth defects or administer the medication incorrectly. Medical malpractice claims may be brought against the doctor responsible for the error. A Birth Defect Law Firms injury lawsuit may also be brought against an employer who places pregnant workers in a situation where they are exposed an unsafe substance.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural modifications in the body that adversely affect its appearance or function. These conditions can be severe and can affect any part of the body, according to the CDC.

When a child is born with a birth defect parents usually want to know what caused the condition. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals are the most frequent causes. A birth defect lawyer with experience can help families investigate the causes of birth defects, and bring a lawsuit against the responsible parties.

In the majority of cases, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries is just one year. Parents must act swiftly once they spot an issue with their birth and then connect it with the injury. The collection of receipts, bills, and credit card payment records, as well as other evidence, will aid in proving your claim for compensation.

While it would be nice to have more time for grieving the traumatic experience of learning that a child is born with an injury or defect at birth it is not an option to consider when filing a legal case. This is why it is essential to work with a knowledgeable birth defect and birth injury attorney who will handle all the previous steps in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern medical technology and medicine have significantly reduced the risk of childbirth. However birth accidents and birth defects are possible. If you believe that medical professionals were negligent or careless during the pregnancy, delivery or labor, your child could be suffering an injury. You may be entitled to compensation for your losses.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Konigsberg LLP will help you determine whether or not you are eligible to file a lawsuit against the doctor, hospital, or other parties responsible. Our team has the knowledge and resources to safeguard your rights. This includes the services of specialized medical and scientific experts who are able to identify and connect the condition of your child with chemical exposure.

Birth defects can vary in severity and impact the appearance of children, their quality of life, and life expectancy. If your child's illness was the result of medical malpractice or exposure to prescription drugs, toxic chemicals, or environmental elements, our firm is able to offer you professional insight and guidance on the merits of a claim. Contact us today to begin the process of getting compensation for your losses. We will review your case for free of charge and without obligation. We only earn money if we get your case settled or win it.

Exposure to toxic substances

Many people are exposed chemicals and toxic substances on a regular basis due to their jobs or surroundings. Unfortunately some of these chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can harm babies. Parents who believe their child has an issue with birth due to exposure to chemicals might be entitled to compensation.

Exposure to chemicals during pregnancy is among the top causes of birth defects. Some of these substances such as toxic solvents that are used in the industry of manufacturing semiconductors are known to cause a range of birth defects in unborn children. Our firm has handled cases against some of the biggest companies in this industry and has won billions in settlement agreements.

It is widely known that exposure to organic solvents like tetrachloroethylene, and toluene (TCE), as well vinyl chloride and benzene at Camp Lejeune can increase the likelihood of developing childhood cancers including hematopoietic and birth defects. SSRIs as well as other prescription medications including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are also believed to have been linked to a variety of birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a Partner at Phillips & Paolicelli. She focuses on complex product liability litigation, birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants who cause suffering and pain to families whose lives have been devastated because of their negligence. She graduated as a magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey.