Who Is The World s Top Expert On Birth Defect Case

Birth Defect Lawyers

When a child is born with a serious medical condition parents may end up covered in medical expenses. If your child suffers from an abnormality in birth that was caused through medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you may be able to claim compensation.

A Hudson, NY lawyer for birth defects can assist you to get justice.

Causes of Birth Defects

Certain birth abnormalities are caused by mutations in the chromosomes or genes. These disorders can be passed down from parents who have these abnormalities or can result from new mutations in a fertilized egg. These issues can alter the way that the body functions or is formed. These genetic problems could be minor or even serious.

There are also birth defects that are caused by environmental factors during the development of the fetus. These include toxins and chemicals such as those in industrial solvents such as benzene, Trichloroethylene (used in dry cleaning) and perchloroethylene (used to strip paint and in painting and metal degreasing). It is also possible to be exposed to lead, arsenic, mercury, and other heavy metals in manufacturing or at power plants. These toxic substances are known as teratogens and may cause serious harm to the growing baby.

Medical professionals may cause birth defects due to negligence. For instance they might fail to diagnose or treat a mother's condition during pregnancy or even after the baby is born. A doctor could be negligent if he or prescribes a medication that could cause a birth defect, or incorrectly administers a medication. A medical malpractice lawsuit can be brought against the doctor who committed the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit could be brought against a company that puts a pregnant worker in a situation where they are exposed to toxic substances.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are changes in the structure of the body that have negative consequences on its function or appearance. According to the CDC the conditions could affect any part or body.

If a child is born with a birth defect parents often want to know how the condition developed. Medical negligence or exposures to teratogen-related chemicals are the most common causes. A skilled birth defect lawyer can assist families investigate these causes of birth defects and file a lawsuit against those accountable.

Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries typically have a statute of limitations of only one year. This means that parents have to act quickly once they have identified the birth defect and determining the cause of the injury. The collection of receipts, bills, and credit card payments, as well as other evidence, will assist in supporting your claim for compensation.

It would be helpful to have more time to process the terrifying moment of finding out that the child is suffering from an injury or birth defect however this isn't an option when it comes to submitting an official claim. It is important to find a skilled birth defect law firm defect lawyer who can manage each step quickly.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advances have drastically reduced the risks associated with childbirth. However birth injuries and defects remain possible. If your child suffered an injury as a result of the negligence or inattention of an medical professional during labor, birth and birth, you could be legally entitled to financial compensation for your loss.

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

Birth defects can be severe or mild, and affect the lifespan of a child appearance, appearance, and the quality of life. If your child's condition was a result of medical negligence, or by exposure to prescription medication, toxic chemicals, or environmental factors, our firm will provide expert advice and guidance on the merits of a lawsuit. Contact us now to begin the process of obtaining compensation for your injuries. We will review your case free of cost and with no obligation. We only receive payment if we get your case settled or win it.

Toxic Exposure

Many people are exposed chemicals and toxins on a regular basis due to their jobs or surroundings. Unfortunately some of these toxins are known to cause birth defects (teratogens) and harm babies. Parents who believe their child is suffering from a birth defect that is related to exposure to chemicals could be qualified for compensation.

Pregnancy-related exposure to chemicals is among the most significant causes of birth defects. Some of these substances including toxic solvents used in the semiconductor industry are believed to cause birth defects in infants who are not yet born. Our firm has handled cases involving some of the biggest companies in this sector and secured billions of dollars in settlement agreements.

In utero exposure to organic solvents such as toluene and trichloroethylene (TCE), and tetrachloroethylene (PCE), in addition to benzene and vinyl chloride at Camp Lejeune, are known to increase the risk of children developing hematopoietic cancers and birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription drugs such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have also been linked with a variety of birth defects.

Victoria Phillips is a partner at Phillips & Paolicelli, focusing on the complex litigation involving product liability and birth defect lawsuits against corporate defendants who cause the pain and suffering of families who's lives have been ruined by their wrongful conduct. She is a graduate of Williams College and Columbia Law School, and is admitted to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey.