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Birth Defect Lawyers

When a child is born with a serious medical condition parents could be buried in medical bills. If your child is suffering from a birth defect that was caused by medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you could be able to claim compensation.

A Hudson, NY birth defects lawyer can assist you in pursuing justice.

Causes of Birth Defects

Some birth defects happen because of changes in genes or the chromosomes. These problems may be passed down from parents with these abnormalities or result from a new mutation in a fertilized ovum. These problems can affect how the body develops or how the body functions. These genetic problems can be minor or severe.

Birth problems can also be caused by environmental factors during fetal growth. Chemicals and toxins, including those found in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene that is used in painting and metal degreasing) can cause birth defects. These can also lead to exposure to arsenic, lead, mercury or other heavy metals utilized in manufacturing or at power plants. These harmful chemicals, also known as teratogens, can cause serious harm to a developing baby.

A medical professional could cause a birth defect through negligence, such as failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health problem during pregnancy or after the child is born. A doctor could be negligent if prescribes medication that could cause a birth defect, or improperly administers a medication. Medical malpractice claims may be brought against the doctor responsible for the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit can be filed against a business that places pregnant workers in a situation where they are exposed to dangerous substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural changes to the body that can have negative consequences on its appearance, function or function. According to the CDC these conditions can affect any body part.

If the child is born with a birth defect, parents are often interested in knowing what caused the condition. The most frequent causes of these problems are medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can help families investigate the causes of birth defects, and file a suit against the responsible parties.

In most instances, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries is just one year. Parents should act swiftly when they spot a birth defect and connect it to the injury. Gathering bills, receipts and credit card transactions, along with other evidence, can help you support your claim for compensation.

It would be helpful to have more time to process the devastating experience of discovering that the child has an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this isn't an option when it comes to filing an official claim. It is crucial to consult with a seasoned birth defect and birth injury lawyer who can handle each step quickly.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medicine have drastically reduced the risk of childbirth. However birth injuries and birth defects are possible. If you believe that medical professionals were negligent or careless during pregnancy, delivery and 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 assist you in determining whether or not you are eligible to file a lawsuit against the doctor, hospital, and other parties accountable. Our team has the experience and resources to protect your rights. This includes the services of specialized medical and scientific experts who can detect and connect the conditions of your child's with chemical exposure.

Birth defects can range in severity and affect the appearance of a child's face, quality of life, and expected life span. If your child's condition was caused by medical malpractice or exposure to prescription medication or toxic chemicals, as well as environmental factors, our firm can provide you with professional advice and guidance on the merits of a claim. Contact us now to begin the process of obtaining compensation for your damages. We will review your case free of cost or obligation. We only receive payment if we succeed in your case or settle it.

Toxic Exposure

As a result of their jobs or their environment People are exposed to toxic substances every day. Unfortunately, some of these chemicals have been found to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that the birth defect of their child is related to chemical exposure may be qualified for compensation.

One of the most common birth defects that can be caused by exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Certain of these chemicals, including toxic solvents in the semiconductor industry are known to cause birth defects in unborn babies. Our firm has handled numerous cases against the largest companies globally in these matters, winning billions in settlement agreements.

In the utero environment, exposure to organic solvents, such as toluene Trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE), along with benzene as well as vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of acquiring childhood birth defects and hematopoietic tumors. SSRIs and other prescription drugs such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have also been linked to numerous birth defect lawsuit 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 the distress and suffering of families who's lives have been ruined by their wrongful conduct. She graduated as a magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey.