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Birth Defect Lawyers
Parents may be overwhelmed by medical bills if a baby is ill at birth. If you believe that the birth defect of your child was caused by negligence in the medical field or exposure to certain drugs, then you could be entitled to compensation.
A Hudson, NY birth defects lawyer can help you seek justice.
The causes of birth defects
Certain birth abnormalities are caused by mutations in genes or the chromosomes. These issues can be passed on from parents with these defects or result from a mutation in the fertilized ovum. These problems can affect the way the body functions or develops. These genetic issues can be minor or serious.
There are also birth defects caused by the environment during the fetal stage. Chemicals and toxins, including those in industrial solvents (such as benzene) or trichloroethylene, which is used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene used in degreasing metals and painting) can cause birth defects. These include exposure to heavy metals, such as mercury, arsenic and lead used in the manufacture and power plants. These harmful substances are referred to as teratogens and can cause serious damage to the developing baby.
Medical professionals can cause birth defects through negligence. For instance they may fail to diagnose or treat a mother’s problem during pregnancy or even after the child is delivered. A doctor could be negligent if he / she prescribes medication that can cause birth defects or negligently administers a medicine. A medical malpractice case may be filed against the doctor who caused the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit may also be brought against a company that puts pregnant workers in a position in which they are exposed to a harmful substance.
Medical Malpractice
Birth defects are structural changes to the body that have negative effects on its appearance, function or function. According to the CDC these conditions can affect any body part or organ.
When the child is born with a birth defect, parents usually want to know how the condition was created. The most common causes for these conditions are medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can assist families to determine the causes of birth defects and then file a lawsuit against those who are responsible.
Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries usually have a limitation period that is only one year. Parents should act swiftly when they spot an issue with their birth and connect it to the injury. This means gathering bills, receipts, payments made to credit cards and other evidence to support the claim for compensation.
It would be helpful to have more time to process the traumatic moment of learning that the child is suffering from an injury or birth defect but this isn’t an option when it comes to submitting an action in court. This is why it’s crucial to find a reputable birth defect and birth injury attorney who will handle all the preceding actions in a timely manner.
Product Liability
Modern technology and medical advancements have significantly reduced the risks associated with childbirth. Birth defects and injuries remain possible. If your child suffered an injury because of the negligence or inattention of medical professionals during labor, pregnancy and delivery, you may be legally entitled to financial compensation to cover your expenses.
Levy Konigsberg’s birth defect lawyers can assist you in determining whether you have the right to pursue a lawsuit against the doctor, hospital, and other parties involved. Our team has the experience and resources to defend your rights. This includes the assistance of specialized medical and scientific experts who can determine and connect the health problem of your child to chemical exposure.
Birth defects can range in severity, and can impact the appearance of children, their quality of life, and lifespan. If your child’s condition was caused by medical malpractice or exposure to prescription medication or toxic chemicals, as well as environmental elements, our firm is able to offer you professional insight and guidance on the benefits of a claim. Contact us today to start the process of seeking compensation for your injuries. We are able to examine your case at no cost and without obligation. We only receive a fee in the event that we win or settle your case.
Exposure to Toxics
As part of their job or their environment, many people are exposed to harmful substances every day. Unfortunately, some of these toxins can cause birth defects (teratogens) and cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that the birth defect of their child is related to exposure to chemicals could be entitled to compensation.
One of the main birth defects that can be caused by chemical exposure during pregnancy. Some of these substances, like harmful solvents in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in babies born without. Our firm has successfully fought several cases against the largest corporations in the world in these cases, and has won billions in settlement agreements.
In in utero 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 birth defects and hematopoietic cancers. Additionally, prescription medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have been proven to be associated with various 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 suffering and pain of families who’s lives have been destroyed due to their negligence. She graduated with a magna cumlaude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.