Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents may be overwhelmed by medical bills when a baby is ill at birth. If your child is suffering from a birth defect caused by medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be entitled to compensation.

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

Birth Defects and Causes

Certain birth defects occur because of changes in genes or chromosomes. These issues can 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 how the body develops or how the body functions. These genetic problems can be mild or serious.

There are also birth defects that are caused by environmental factors during the development of the fetus. These include chemicals and toxins like those found in industrial solvents such as benzene and Trichloroethylene (used in dry cleaning) and perchloroethylene (used to strip paint, and also in painting and degreasing of metals). This can also include exposure to heavy metals like lead, arsenic or mercury used in manufacturing and power plants. These harmful substances, also known as teratogens, can cause serious harm to a growing baby.

A medical professional could cause a birth defect because of negligence, such as failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health problem during pregnancy or after the child is born. A doctor may be negligent if he or prescribes a medication that could cause a birth defect, or incorrectly administers a medication. A medical malpractice case can be brought against the doctor who caused the error. A birth injury lawsuit could also be filed against an employer in the event that they expose pregnant employees to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural changes to the body that adversely affect its appearance or function. According to the CDC these conditions can be affecting any body part or.

If the child is born with a birth defect parents are often interested in knowing what caused the condition. Medical negligence or exposures to teratogen chemical substances are the most commonly cited causes. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can assist families in determining the causes of birth defects and file a suit against those responsible.

In most instances, the statutes of limitations for medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries is just one year. Parents need to act quickly after identifying an anomaly in the birth and determining the cause of the injury. The collection of receipts, bills, and credit card payment records, as well as other evidence, can aid in proving your claim for compensation.

It is beneficial to have more time to process the traumatizing moment of finding out that the child is suffering from an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this is not an option when it comes to filing an action in court. This is why it's crucial to consult a skilled birth defect lawyer and birth injury attorney who will handle all the preceding steps efficiently.

Product Liability

Modern technology and birth defect medical advancements have greatly reduced the risk associated with birth. However birth injuries and birth defects are possible. If your child sustained an injury because of the negligence or carelessness of medical professionals during labor, pregnancy and delivery, you may be entitled to financial compensation to cover your loss.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Konigsberg LLP will help you determine whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit against a doctor, hospital, and other parties accountable. Our team has the knowledge and resources to safeguard your rights. This includes the services of specialized scientific and medical experts who can determine and connect the condition of your child to exposure to chemicals.

Birth defects can vary in severity and impact the life expectancy of a child, appearance, and the quality of life. If your child's condition was the result of medical malpractice, or by exposure to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, as well as environmental factors, our firm can provide expert advice and advice on the benefits of a claim. Contact us now to begin the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. We are able to examine your case at no cost and with no obligation. We only receive a fee when we settle or win your case.

Toxic Exposure

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxins on a daily basis in their jobs or in their surroundings. Unfortunately, some of these chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may harm babies. Parents who believe that their child has an abnormal birth result due to exposure to chemicals could be qualified for compensation.

One of the main causes of birth defects is exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Some of these substances including toxic solvents in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in babies born without. Our firm has represented some of the biggest companies in this industry and has won billions in settlement agreements.

In in utero exposure to organic solvents like toluene Trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE) in addition to benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of childhood hematopoietic cancers and birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription drugs such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), have also been linked to a variety of birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complexities of product liability litigation and birth defect lawsuits against corporations who cause distress and suffering of families whose lives have been devastated due to their negligence. She graduated from Williams College and Columbia Law School, and is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey.