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Birth Defect Lawyers
If a baby is born with a serious medical condition, parents may find themselves covered in medical bills. If you believe that your child's birth defect was caused by negligence on the part of a doctor 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
Some birth defects happen because of changes in genes or chromosomes. These problems can be inherited from parents who have these issues or could result from new mutations occurring in a fertilized egg. These problems can affect how the body is constructed or the way in which the body functions. These genetic issues can be minor or severe.
There are also birth defects caused by the environmental factors during the fetal stage. Chemicals and toxins, including the ones found in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene used in the process of painting and degreasing metals) can cause birth defects. There is also exposure to arsenic, lead mercury or other heavy metals used in manufacturing or at power plants. These harmful substances are referred to as teratogens and may cause serious harm to the developing baby.
Medical professionals can cause birth defects through negligence. For instance they may not identify or treat a mother's problem during pregnancy, or even after the baby is born. A doctor could be negligent if he or prescribes a medication that could cause birth defects or incorrectly administers a medication. Medical malpractice claims can be brought against the doctor who is responsible for the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit can also be brought against an employer if they expose pregnant employees to harmful 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 they can affect any part or body.
Parents often want to understand the causes of birth defects. The most common causes for these diseases are medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemical. A knowledgeable birth defect lawyer can help families find the cause of birth defects and pursue a lawsuit against those responsible.
Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries typically have a time limit of just one year. Parents must take action quickly when they discover a birth defect, and then link it to the injury. This includes gathering invoices and receipts, payment from credit cards and other evidence that can support the claim for compensation.
It is beneficial to have more time to process the devastating event of discovering a child has an injury or birth defect however this is not an option when it comes to submitting an legal claim. It is essential to work with an experienced birth defect lawyer and a birth injury lawyer who can handle the preceding steps in a timely manner.
Product Liability
Modern medicine and technology have greatly decreased the risks of childbirth. However, birth injuries and birth defects are possible. If you believe that medical professionals were reckless or negligent during pregnancy, birth and labor, your child may have suffered an injury. You may be entitled to compensation for your losses.
Levy Konigsberg's lawyers for birth defects can help you determine whether you have a valid reason to sue the doctor hospital, and other parties involved. Our team has the expertise and resources to protect your rights. This includes the assistance of specialized medical and scientific experts who can identify and link the condition of your child with chemical exposure.
Birth defects can vary in severity, birth defects and can impact a child's appearance, quality of life, and lifespan. Our firm can provide professional guidance and advice on the merits a claim if your child's condition is the result of medical negligence, prescription medication or exposure to toxic chemicals or environmental factors. Contact us now to begin the process of seeking compensation for your damages. We will review your case at no charge or obligation. We only receive payment if we are successful in your case or settle it.
Exposure to Toxics
Many people are exposed chemicals and toxic substances on a daily basis in their work or surroundings. Unfortunately certain chemicals have been proven to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can harm babies. Parents who believe that their child has a birth defect related to exposure to chemicals might be qualified for compensation.
One of the main causes of birth defects is chemical exposure during pregnancy. Certain chemicals include toxic solvents, such as those used in the industry of manufacturing semiconductors, are known to cause a range of birth defects in unborn children. Our firm has represented some of the largest companies in this field and has won billions in settlement agreements.
In utero exposure to organic solvents, such as toluene Trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE) as well as benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of childhood hematopoietic cancers and birth defects. Additionally, prescription medicines 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. She concentrates on complicated product liability litigation including birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants who cause pain and suffering to families whose lives have been devastated due to their negligence. She graduated magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.
