Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents can be overwhelmed with medical bills when a baby is sick at birth. If you believe that the birth defect attorney defect of your child was the result of negligence in the medical field or exposure certain drugs, then you could be entitled to compensation.

A Hudson, NY birth defects lawyer can assist you in pursuing justice.

The causes of birth defects

Some birth defects are caused due to changes in chromosomes, genes, or genes. These issues can be passed down from parents who have these issues or could result from new mutations occurring in a fertilized egg. These issues can affect the way the body develops or the way that the body functions. These genetic problems could be minor or even serious.

Birth problems can also be caused by environmental factors during the fetal growth. Chemicals and toxins, such as those in industrial solvents (such as benzene) or trichloroethylene, which is used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene that is used in degreasing metals and painting) can cause birth defects. These can also lead to exposure to lead, arsenic, mercury, or other heavy metals that are used in the production of goods or in power plants. These harmful substances are referred as teratogens and may cause serious harm to a developing baby.

A medical professional could cause a birth defect due to negligence, such as failing to diagnose or treat the mother's health issue during pregnancy or after the baby is born. A doctor may be negligent if he or prescribes a medication that may cause a birth defect or in a way that is not appropriate for the medication. Medical malpractice claims may be brought against the doctor responsible for the error. A birth injury lawsuit can also be brought against an employer if they expose a pregnant employee to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural modifications in the body, which negatively impact its appearance or function. According to the CDC these conditions can affect any body part.

Parents often want to know how a birth defect developed. Medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemicals are the most frequent causes. A birth defect lawyer who has experience can assist families in investigating the causes of birth defects, and then file a suit against the responsible parties.

Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries usually have a time limit of just one year. Parents must take action quickly when they identify an anomaly in the birth, and link it to the injury. Documenting receipts, bills, and credit card payment records, along with other evidence, will aid in your claim for compensation.

It would be beneficial to have more time to process the traumatic experience of discovering that the child is suffering from an injury or birth defect law firms defect however this isn't an option when you are attempting to file an action in court. It is important to partner with an experienced birth defect and birth injury lawyer who can take care of each step in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medicine has greatly decreased the risks of childbirth. Birth defects and injuries remain possible. If you believe a medical professional was negligent or careless during the delivery, pregnancy or labor, your child may have suffered a traumatic injury. You may be entitled to compensation for your losses.

Levy Konigsberg's birth defect lawyers can help you determine whether you have the right to sue the doctor hospital and other parties involved. Our team is equipped with the knowledge and resources to defend your rights, including the services of highly trained medical and scientific experts to identify and link your child's condition with chemical exposure or other environmental factors.

Birth defects can vary in severity, and can impact the appearance of a child, their quality of life, and expected life expectancy. If your child's condition was a result of medical negligence or exposure to prescription medication or toxic chemicals, or environmental elements, our firm is able to provide you with expert insight and advice on the benefits of a claim. Contact us today to start the process of seeking compensation for your injuries. We will review your case for free of cost and with no obligation. We only get paid if we win or settle your case.

Toxic Exposure

Many people are exposed to chemicals and toxins on a daily basis as part of their work or surroundings. Unfortunately certain chemicals are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can harm babies. Parents who believe that their child is suffering from a birth defect related to exposure to chemicals could be entitled to compensation.

Chemical exposure during pregnancy is among the top causes of birth defects. Certain of these chemicals, including toxic solvents in the semiconductor industry are known to cause birth defects in newborn babies. Our firm has successfully handled several cases against the largest companies globally in these matters, resulting in billions of dollars 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 birth defects and hematopoietic cancers. SSRIs and other prescription drugs such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have also been linked to numerous birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a Partner at Phillips & Paolicelli. She is a specialist in complex product liability litigation, birth defect lawsuits and corporate defendants who cause pain and suffering for families whose lives are devastated due to their negligence. She graduated magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey.