15 Things You Don t Know About Birth Defect Case

Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents may be overwhelmed by medical bills when their baby is ill at birth. 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 could be entitled to compensation.

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

The causes of birth defects

Certain birth problems are caused by changes in chromosomes, genes, or genes. These issues can be passed down from parents who have these disorders or result from new mutations that occur in a fertilized egg. These issues can affect the way the body develops or how the body works. These genetic issues could be either mild or severe.

Birth problems can also be caused by environmental factors that affect fetal growth. These include toxins and chemicals such as those found in industrial solvents such as benzene and the trichloroethylene (used in dry cleaning) and perchloroethylene (used to strip paint, and also in painting and degreasing of metals). This could include exposure to heavy metals, such as mercury, arsenic and lead that are used in power and manufacturing plants. These harmful substances are referred as teratogens and can cause serious harm to the growing baby.

A medical professional can cause a birth defect through negligence, such as failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health condition during pregnancy or after the child is born. A doctor could be negligent in prescribing medication that may cause birth defects or administer the medication in a way that is not correct. A medical malpractice claim could be brought against the doctor who committed the error. A birth injury lawsuit could also be brought against an employer if they expose pregnant employees to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that can have a negative impact on its appearance or function. According to the CDC the conditions could be affecting any body part or.

If the child is born with a birth defect parents are often interested in knowing how the condition developed. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen-related chemicals are the most frequently cited causes. A skilled birth defect lawyer can assist families discover the causes of birth defects and file a lawsuit against those accountable.

Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries usually have a statute of limitations that is only one year. This means that parents have to act quickly once they have identified a birth defect and determining the underlying cause of the injury. Documenting receipts, bills, and credit card payment records, as well as other evidence, can help you support your claim for compensation.

It would be helpful to have more time to process the traumatic moment of finding out that an infant has an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this isn't an option when you are attempting to file a legal claim. It is crucial to partner with an experienced birth defect lawyer and a birth injury lawyer who is able to handle all the previous steps in a timely fashion.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advances have greatly reduced the risk associated with birth. Birth defects and injuries remain possible. If you believe medical professionals were negligent or careless during the pregnancy, delivery or labor, your child may have suffered an injury. You may be entitled to compensation for your losses.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Konigsberg LLP will help you determine whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit against a doctor, hospital, or other parties responsible. Our team has the expertise and resources needed to safeguard your rights, and includes the services of specially trained medical and scientific experts to identify and connect your child's condition with exposure to chemicals or other environmental factors.

Birth defects can vary in severity and affect a child's appearance, quality of life, and lifespan. If your child's illness was caused by medical malpractice or exposure to prescription drugs chemical substances, toxic chemicals, or environmental factors, our firm will provide you with professional advice and advice on the merits of a lawsuit. Contact us today to begin the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. We will review your case for free of cost and without obligation. We only get paid in the event that we win or settle your case.

Toxic Exposure

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxic substances on a every day basis as a result of their jobs or in their surroundings. Unfortunately certain toxins are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and harm babies. Parents who believe their child has a birth defect that is related to chemical exposure may be eligible for compensation.

One of the main causes of birth defects is exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Certain of these substances, including toxic solvents used in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, are known to cause a range of birth defects in babies. Our firm has handled cases against some of the largest companies in this industry and has won billions in settlement agreements.

It is widely known that in utero exposures to organic solvents such as tetrachloroethylene, and toluene (TCE) and the exposure to benzene and Vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune can increase the likelihood of developing childhood cancers including hematopoietic, as well as birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription medicines like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are also believed to have been linked to various birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a Partner at Phillips & Paolicelli. She is a specialist in complex product liability litigation including birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants who cause pain and suffering to families whose lives have been devastated by their negligence. She graduated as a magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.