Birth Defect Lawyers

When a baby is born with a serious medical issue parents could end up covered in medical costs. If your child has an abnormality in birth that was caused by medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you could be eligible for compensation.

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

The 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 they can result from a mutation in the fertilized ovum. These issues can alter the way that the body functions or develops. These genetic problems could be minor or serious.

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

A medical professional can cause a birth defect because of negligence, such as not diagnosing or treating the mother's health problem during pregnancy or after the child is born. A doctor may be negligent if they prescribe medication that could cause birth defects, or administer medication improperly. Medical malpractice lawsuits can be filed against the physician responsible for the error. A birth injury lawsuit can be brought against a company that puts a pregnant worker in a situation where they are exposed dangerous substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that have an adverse impact on its appearance or function. According to the CDC these conditions can affect any body part.

When the child is born with a birth defect parents often want to know why the condition developed. The most commonly cited causes of these problems are medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals. A birth defect lawyer who has experience can help families investigate the causes of birth defects and then file a suit against those who are responsible.

In most cases, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases involving birth defect attorney injury is just one year. Parents need to act quickly after identifying the birth defect and linking it to the cause of the injury. This includes gathering invoices and receipts, payment from credit cards and other evidence to support the claim for compensation.

It is beneficial to have more time to process the traumatic experience of discovering that the child has an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this is not an option when it comes to filing an legal claim. It is essential to find a skilled birth defect lawyer and a birth injury lawyer who can handle the preceding steps in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advances have significantly reduced the risks associated with birth. However birth injuries and defects remain possible. If you believe that a medical professional was reckless or negligent during pregnancy, delivery and labor, your child could be suffering an injury. You could be entitled to compensation for your losses.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Knigsberg LLP can help you determine whether or not you are eligible to bring a suit against the doctor, hospital, or other parties accountable. Our team has the resources and experience to protect your rights. This includes the assistance of specialized medical and scientific experts who are able to identify and connect the medical conditions of your child's with exposure to chemicals.

Birth defects can range in severity, and can impact the appearance of a child's face, quality of life, as well as their expected life span. Our firm can offer expert guidance and information on the merits of a claim if your child's condition is caused by medical negligence, prescription medications, toxic chemical exposure, or environmental factors. Contact us now to start the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. We are able to review your case free of cost and with no obligation. We only get paid if we get your case settled or win it.

Exposure to Toxics

Many people are exposed to toxins and chemicals on a regular basis due to their jobs or in their surroundings. Unfortunately some of these chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that the birth defect of their child is related to chemical exposure may be eligible for compensation.

Exposure to chemicals during pregnancy is among the top causes of birth defects. Some of these substances, like toxic solvents in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in babies born without. Our firm has successfully fought numerous cases against the biggest companies worldwide in these matters, winning billions in settlement agreements.

It is well known that exposure to organic solvents such as tetrachloroethylene and toluene (TCE) and vinyl chloride and benzene at Camp Lejeune can increase the chance of developing cancers in children, including hematopoietic, as well as birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription drugs including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are also believed to have been linked with a variety of birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complexities of product liability litigation and birth defect lawsuits against corporate defendants who cause suffering and pain of families who's lives have been ruined due to their negligence. She graduated from Williams College and Columbia Law School, and is admitted to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey.