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Birth Defect Lawyers
Parents can be overwhelmed by medical bills when 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 may be entitled to compensation.
A Hudson, NY birth defects lawyer can assist you in pursuing justice.
Causes of Birth Defects
Certain birth abnormalities are caused by mutations in chromosomes, genes, or genes. These problems can be inherited from parents who have these abnormalities or can result from mutations in a fertilized egg. These problems can affect the way that the body functions or is formed. These genetic issues could be severe or minor.
There are also birth defects that are caused by the environment during fetal development. Chemicals and toxins, such as those in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene that is used in degreasing metals and painting) can cause birth defects. It is also possible to be exposed to arsenic and lead, mercury, or other heavy metals utilized in the manufacture of products or power plants. These harmful substances, called teratogens, could cause serious harm to a developing baby.
A medical professional may cause a birth defect due to incompetence, for example, failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health issue during pregnancy or after the baby is born. A doctor could be negligent if prescribes a medication that may cause birth defects or in a way that is not appropriate for the medication. Medical malpractice lawsuits are filed against the doctor who was responsible for the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit may also be filed against an employer in the event that they expose pregnant employees to harmful substances.
Medical Malpractice
Birth defects are structural modifications in the body that adversely affect its appearance or function. According to the CDC these conditions can affect any body part or organ.
When a child is born with a birth defect, parents often want to know why the condition developed. The most commonly cited causes of 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.
Birth injuries usually have a statute of limitations of only 1 year. This means that parents need to act swiftly after identifying an issue with their birth and linking it to the underlying cause of the injury. Gathering bills, receipts and credit card payments along with other evidence, will help you support your claim for compensation.
It is beneficial to have more time to process the traumatic moment of finding out that the child has an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this isn't an option when it comes to submitting an official claim. This is why it is critical to partner with a skilled birth defect and birth injury attorney who can handle the preceding steps in a timely manner.
Product Liability
Modern technology and medical advancements have greatly reduced the risk associated with childbirth. Birth defects and injuries are still possible. If your child suffered an injury as a result of the negligence or carelessness of a medical professional during labor, pregnancy or birth, you could be entitled to financial compensation to cover your losses.
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 Birth defect lawyers resources to safeguard your rights. This includes the services of specialized scientific and medical experts who can detect and connect the medical condition of your child with exposure to chemicals.
Birth problems can be varied in severity, and affect the life expectancy of a child appearance, appearance, and quality of life. If your child's condition was the result of medical malpractice or exposure to prescription medications or toxic chemicals, as well as environmental circumstances, our firm can provide you with expert insight and advice on the benefits of a claim. Contact us now to begin the process of seeking the compensation you deserve for your losses. We will review your case free of charge or obligation. We only get paid if we succeed in your case or settle it.
Exposure to toxic substances
As part of their job or the environment they work in Many people are exposed daily to toxins day. Unfortunately certain toxins are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and harm babies. Parents who believe that their child's birth defect is due to exposure to chemicals could be eligible for compensation.
One of the most frequent birth defects that can be caused by chemical exposure during pregnancy. Some of these substances, like toxic solvents in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in newborn babies. Our firm has handled cases involving some of the largest companies in this field and has won billions in settlement agreements.
In the utero environment, exposure to organic solvents like toluene Trichloroethylene (TCE), and tetrachloroethylene (PCE) as well as benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of childhood birth defects and hematopoietic tumors. In addition, prescription drugs like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have been shown to be associated with various birth defects.
Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complex litigation involving product liability and birth defect lawsuits against corporations who cause pain and suffering of families who's lives have been ruined by their negligence. She graduated from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey.
