Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents can be overwhelmed by medical bills when their baby is sick at birth. If you believe that your child's birth defect law firm defect was caused by negligence in the medical field or exposure certain drugs, then you may be entitled to compensation.

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

Causes of Birth Defects

Some birth problems are caused by changes in genes or the chromosomes. These issues can be passed on from parents who have these disorders, or they can result from a mutation in an ovum that has been fertilized. These issues can affect the way the body is constructed or how the body functions. These genetic issues can be mild or serious.

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

A medical professional could cause a birth defect due to incompetence, for example, failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health issues during pregnancy or after the baby is born. A doctor could be negligent if he or prescribes medication that could cause birth defects or in a way that is not appropriate for the medication. Medical malpractice claims are filed against the physician responsible for the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit could also be brought against a company if they expose a pregnant employee to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that can have negative effects on its function or appearance. These conditions vary in severity and can affect any part of the body according to the CDC.

If the child is born with a birth defect parents often want to know what caused the condition. Medical negligence or exposures to teratogen-related chemicals are the most common causes. A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can help families to investigate the causes of birth defects and file a lawsuit against those responsible.

Birth injuries usually have a statute of limitations of only one year. Parents must act quickly once they discover an issue with their birth and connect it to the injury. This includes collecting bills, receipts, payments made to credit cards as well as other evidence to support the claim for compensation.

Although it would be nice to have more time taking the shock of finding out that a child is born with an injury or defect at birth it is not an available option when filing a legal claim. It is crucial to find a skilled birth defect lawyer and a birth injury lawyer who is able to handle each step in a timely fashion.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advancements have significantly reduced the risks associated with 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 may have suffered an injury. You may be entitled to compensation for your losses.

Levy Konigsberg's birth defect lawyers can assist you in determining if you have grounds to sue the doctor hospital and other parties involved. Our team has the knowledge and resources to defend your rights. This includes the services of scientific and medical experts who can detect and connect the medical condition of your child to exposure to chemicals.

Birth defects can vary in severity and impact a child's life expectancy appearance, appearance and quality of life. Our firm will provide you with expert guidance and information regarding the merits of a claim for your child's health condition if it is a result of medical negligence, prescription medication, toxic chemical exposure, or environmental factors. Contact us today to begin the process of getting compensation for your injuries. We are able to review your case for free of cost and without obligation. We only earn money if we are successful in your case or settle it.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxic substances on a every day basis as a result of their work or surroundings. Unfortunately certain chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may harm babies. Parents who believe that the birth defect of their child is a result of exposure to chemicals may be qualified for compensation.

Chemical exposure during pregnancy is among the top causes of birth defects. Some of these substances which include toxic solvents that are utilized in the semiconductor manufacturing industry are known to cause a variety of birth defects in unborn children. Our firm has represented some of the largest companies in this sector, and won billions in settlement agreements.

It is known that in utero exposures to organic solvents, like tetrachloroethylene, trichloroethylene, and toluene (TCE) as well as vinyl chloride and benzene at Camp Lejeune can increase the risk of developing childhood cancers, including hematopoietic cancer, and birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription medicines like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are also known to have been linked to various birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complex litigation involving product liability and birth defect lawsuits against corporate defendants who cause suffering and suffering of families who's lives have been destroyed due to 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.