Birth Defect Lawyers

If a baby is born with a serious medical issue parents may end up covered in medical bills. If your child has a birth defect caused due to medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be able to claim compensation.

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

The causes of birth defects

Some birth defects are caused by changes in the genes or chromosomes. These disorders can be passed down from parents with these conditions or may result from mutations in a fertilized egg. These problems can impact how the body develops or how the body functions. These genetic issues may be minor or even serious.

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

Medical professionals can cause birth defects through negligence. For example they may not identify or treat a mother's illness during pregnancy or birth defects after the child is delivered. A doctor may be negligent if he / prescribes a medication that may cause a birth defect, or improperly administers a medication. Medical malpractice lawsuits may be brought against the doctor responsible for the error. A birth injury lawsuit can also be filed against an employer in the event that they expose a pregnant employee to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that have an adverse impact on its function or appearance. These conditions can be severe and can affect any area of the body, according to the CDC.

Parents often want to understand why a birth defect was created. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals are the most common causes. A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can assist families to investigate the causes of birth defects and file a lawsuit 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 swiftly after identifying an issue with their birth and linking it to the underlying cause of the injury. Collecting receipts, bills and credit card payment records, as well as other evidence, will help you support your claim for compensation.

It would be beneficial to have more time to process the traumatic experience of discovering that the child is suffering from an injury or birth defect however this isn't an option when it comes to submitting a legal claim. This is why it is critical to find a reputable birth defect attorney and a birth injury attorney who will handle all the previous actions in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advances have drastically reduced the risks associated with childbirth. However birth accidents and birth defects are possible. If your child suffered an injury because of the negligence or inattention of medical professionals during labor, pregnancy and delivery, you may be entitled to financial compensation to compensate your losses.

Levy Konigsberg's birth defect lawyers can help you determine whether you have a valid reason to sue the doctor hospital and other parties involved. Our team has the expertise and resources required to protect your rights, and includes the services of highly trained medical and scientific experts to discover and Birth defects link your child's illness with exposure to chemicals or other environmental factors.

Birth defects can range in severity, and can impact a child's appearance, quality of life, and longevity. Our firm is able to provide expert guidance and information regarding the merits of a claim when your child's condition is a result of medical negligence, prescription drugs, toxic chemical exposure, or environmental factors. Contact us today to begin the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. We will review your case for you without charge or obligation. We only get paid when we are successful in your case or settle it.

Toxic Exposure

As a result of their jobs or working environment Many people are exposed to toxic substances every day. Unfortunately certain chemicals have been proven to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may cause harm to babies. Parents who believe their child has a birth defect that is related to exposure to chemicals may be entitled to compensation.

Exposure to chemicals during pregnancy is among the most significant causes of birth defects. Certain of these substances such as toxic solvents that are used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, are known to cause a range of birth defects in babies. Our firm has dealt with cases against several of the largest companies in this sector and has won billions in settlement agreements.

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

Victoria Phillips is a Partner at Phillips & Paolicelli. She is a specialist in complicated product liability litigation, birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants who cause suffering and pain to families whose lives are devastated because of their negligence. She graduated magna cumlaude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey.