The Unspoken Secrets Of Birth Defect Case

Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents can be overwhelmed by medical bills when their baby is sick at birth. If your child has an anomaly in the birth that was caused by medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be entitled to compensation.

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

Birth Defects and Causes

Certain birth defects are the result of genetic changes or chromosomes. These issues can be passed on from parents with these problems or result from a mutation in a fertilized ovum. These issues can alter the way that the body functions or is formed. These genetic issues could be severe or minor.

Birth problems can be caused by environmental factors during fetal growth. Chemicals and toxins, like those found in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene that is used in the process of painting and degreasing metals) can cause birth defects. These include exposure to heavy metals such as lead, arsenic or mercury used in manufacturing and power plants. These toxic substances, also called teratogens 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 condition during pregnancy or after the baby is born. A doctor may be negligent if she prescribes medication that can cause a birth defect or in a way that is not appropriate for the medication. A medical malpractice case may be filed against the doctor who caused the error. A birth injury lawsuit can be brought against an employer who places a pregnant worker in a situation where they are exposed to dangerous substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that have negative effects 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 know why a birth defect was created. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals are among the most frequent causes. A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can help families find the cause of birth defects and bring a lawsuit against the parties responsible.

In the majority of cases, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries is just one year. Parents must take action quickly when they identify an issue with their birth and then link it to the injury. The collection of receipts, bills, and credit card payment records, along with other evidence, can aid in proving your claim for compensation.

While it is nice to have more time for taking the shock of finding out that a child was born with defects or birth injuries however, this is not an option for filing an official case. This is why it's crucial to work with a knowledgeable birth defect attorney and a birth injury attorney who will take care of all the previous steps in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advancements have greatly reduced the risks associated with birth. Birth defects and injuries remain possible. If your child suffered an injury because of the negligence or carelessness of an medical professional during pregnancy, labor and delivery, you may be entitled to financial compensation to help cover your expenses.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Knigsberg LLP can assist you in determining whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit against a doctor, hospital, or other parties accountable. Our team has the knowledge and resources to defend your rights. This includes the services of scientific and medical experts who can identify and link the condition of your child with chemical exposure.

Birth defects can be a source of uncertainty in their severity, and affect the lifespan of a child, appearance, and the quality of life. If your child's illness was a result of medical negligence, or by exposure to prescription medication, toxic chemicals, or environmental elements, our firm is able to provide you with expert insight and advice on the benefits of a claim. Contact us today to begin the process of seeking compensation for your injuries. We can review your case for free of cost and without obligation. We only receive a fee if we win or settle your case.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxins on daily basis as part of their jobs or environments. Unfortunately certain chemicals have been proven to cause birth defects (teratogens) and may cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that their child has a birth defect related to exposure to chemicals might be entitled to compensation.

One of the most frequent causes of birth defects is exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Certain chemicals include toxic solvents, such as those used in the industry of manufacturing semiconductors, are known to cause a variety of birth defects in babies. Our firm has represented some of the biggest companies in this sector and has secured billions of dollars in settlement agreements.

In the utero environment, exposure to organic solvents such as toluene and trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE), along with benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of developing childhood hematopoietic cancers and birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have also been linked to numerous 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 the distress and suffering of families whose lives have been devastated through their negligence. She is a graduate of Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey.