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Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents can be overwhelmed by medical bills if a baby is ill at birth. If your child has a birth defect that was caused through medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be entitled to compensation.

A Hudson, NY birth defects lawyer can help you pursue justice.

Causes of Birth Defects

Some birth defects happen because of mutations in genes or chromosomes. These problems can be inherited from parents who have these conditions or may result from new mutations in fertilized eggs. These problems can impact how the body is constructed or the way in which the body functions. These genetic issues can be severe or minor.

Birth problems can also be caused by environmental factors that affect fetal growth. Chemicals and toxins (such as those in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene (used in painting and metal degreasing) can cause birth defects. They can also be exposure to arsenic, lead mercury, or other heavy metals used in the production of goods or in power plants. These harmful substances are referred as teratogens. They can cause serious harm to a developing baby.

A medical professional can cause a birth defect through incompetence, for example, not diagnosing or treating the mother's health issue during pregnancy or after the baby is born. A doctor could be negligent if prescribes a medication that may cause a birth defect or negligently administers a medicine. A medical malpractice claim can be brought against the doctor who caused the error. A birth defect law firm injury lawsuit could also be brought against a business that places pregnant workers in a situation where they are exposed a harmful substance.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural modifications in the body that can negatively affect its appearance or function. According to the CDC the conditions could be affecting any body part or.

Parents often want to know the causes of birth defects. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemical substances are the most common causes. A seasoned birth defect lawyer can help families find the cause of birth defects and file a lawsuit against those responsible.

Birth injuries typically have a statute of limitation of only one year. Parents must act swiftly once they spot a birth defect, and connect it to the injury. This includes gathering bills and receipts, payments made to credit cards and other evidence to support the claim for compensation.

It would be beneficial to have more time to process the traumatic moment of finding out that an infant has a birth defect or injury however this isn't an option when you are attempting to file an official claim. It is essential to consult with a seasoned birth defect lawyer who can handle each step promptly.

Product Liability

Modern medicine and technology have greatly decreased the risks of childbirth. However, birth defects and injuries are still possible. If you believe that medical professionals were negligent or inexperienced during the pregnancy, delivery or labor, your child could have suffered injuries. You could be entitled to compensation for your losses.

A birth defect lawyer at Levy Konigsberg, LLP can help you determine whether you have a valid reason for a lawsuit against a doctor, hospital, or other parties accountable. Our team has the knowledge and resources to protect your rights. This includes the services of scientific and medical experts who can identify and link the conditions of your child's with exposure to chemicals.

Birth defects can vary in severity and impact the life expectancy of a child appearance, appearance, and quality of living. If your child's condition was a result of medical negligence or exposure to prescription medications chemical substances, toxic chemicals, or environmental factors, our firm can provide you with expert insight and advice on the merits of a claim. Contact us now to start the process of seeking compensation for your damages. We will review your case without charge or obligation. We only get paid if we get your case settled or win it.

Toxic Exposure

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxins on daily basis as part of their work or environments. Unfortunately some of these chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may harm babies. Parents who believe that their child is suffering from a birth defect related to exposure to chemicals could be eligible for compensation.

One of the main birth defects that can be caused by chemical exposure during pregnancy. Certain of these substances include toxic solvents, such as those used in the semiconductor manufacturing industry 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 field and has secured billions of dollars in settlement agreements.

In in utero exposure to organic solvents like toluene and trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE), as well as benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of developing childhood hemopoietic malformations and cancers. In addition, prescription medications such as selective serotonin receptor inhibitors (SSRIs) have been found to be linked with a variety of birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a Partner at Phillips & Paolicelli. She concentrates on complex product liability litigation including birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants that cause suffering and pain for families whose lives are devastated because of their negligence. She graduated from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey.