The One Birth Defect Case Mistake Every Beginner Makes

Birth Defect Lawyers

Parents can be overwhelmed by medical bills if a baby is ill at birth. If your child is suffering from a birth defect caused by medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you could be able to claim compensation.

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

The causes of birth defects

Certain birth defects are the result of mutations in genes or the chromosomes. These issues can be passed down from parents who have these abnormalities or can result from new mutations in a fertilized egg. These issues can affect the way that the body functions or is formed. These genetic problems can be mild or serious.

Birth defects can also be caused by environmental factors during fetal development. Chemicals and toxins, including those found in industrial solvents (such as benzene), trichloroethylene used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene used in degreasing metals and painting) can cause birth defects. They can also be exposure to arsenic and lead, mercury or other heavy metals that are used in manufacturing or at power plants. These toxic substances are known as teratogens. They can cause serious harm to the growing baby.

Medical professionals may cause birth defects due to negligence. For instance they may fail to identify or treat a mother's health issue during pregnancy or after the child is delivered. A doctor can be negligent if they prescribe medication which could cause birth defects or administer medications in a way that is not correct. A medical malpractice claim can be brought against the doctor who committed the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit may also be brought against a company if they expose pregnant employees to harmful substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural changes to the body that can have a negative impact on the way it functions or appears. These conditions range in severity and can affect any area of the body, according to the CDC.

Parents often want to understand the causes of birth defects. Medical negligence or exposures to teratogen chemicals are the most commonly cited causes. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can assist families in determining the causes of birth defects and file a suit against those responsible.

Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries typically have a statute of limitation of just one year. This means that parents have to act quickly upon identifying the birth defect and linking it to the cause of the injury. Collecting receipts, bills and credit card transactions, along with other evidence, will assist in supporting your claim for compensation.

While it's ideal to have more time for grieving the traumatic experience of learning that a child is born with an injury or defect at birth however, this is not an option for filing an official case. It is important to consult with a seasoned birth defect lawyer who can manage all the previous steps in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advancements have significantly reduced the risks associated with childbirth. Birth defects and injuries remain possible. If you believe a medical professional was negligent or inexperienced during pregnancy, delivery and labor, your child could have suffered injuries. You could be entitled to compensation for your losses.

A birth defect lawyer from Levy Knigsberg LLP can assist you in determining whether or not you are eligible for a lawsuit against the doctor, hospital, or other parties responsible. Our team has the expertise and resources to defend your rights. This includes the services of scientific and medical experts who are able to identify and link the conditions of your child's with exposure to chemicals.

Birth defects can vary in severity, and affect the lifespan of a child appearance, appearance and quality of living. If your child's condition was caused by medical malpractice or exposure to prescription medications chemical substances, toxic chemicals, or environmental factors, our firm can provide you with expert insight and guidance on the advantages of a claim. Contact us now to start the process of obtaining compensation for your losses. We will review your case without cost or obligation. We only get paid when we settle or win your case.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

As a result of their jobs or the environment they work in People are exposed to toxic substances every day. Unfortunately certain chemicals have been found to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that their child is suffering from an abnormal birth result due to exposure to chemicals may be entitled to compensation.

One of the most frequent birth defects that can be caused by exposure to chemicals during pregnancy. Certain of these chemicals, including toxic solvents used in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in newborn babies. Our firm has handled cases involving several of the largest companies in this industry and has won billions in settlement agreements.

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

Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complexities of product liability litigation and birth defect lawsuits against corporations who cause the pain and suffering of families who's lives have been destroyed through 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.