Seven Explanations On Why Birth Defect Case Is Important

Birth Defect Lawyers

When a baby is born with a serious medical issue parents could end up burdened with medical bills. If your child suffers from a birth defect that was caused due to medical negligence or exposure to certain drugs, you could be eligible for compensation.

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

Birth Defects: Causes

Some birth problems are caused by changes in chromosomes, genes, or genes. These problems may be passed down from parents who have these disorders or result from a mutation in an ovum that has been fertilized. These issues can alter the way that the body functions or develops. These genetic issues could be mild or serious.

There are also birth defects that are caused by things in the environment during the development of the fetus. Chemicals and toxins, including those found in industrial solvents (such as benzene) or trichloroethylene, which is used in dry cleaning, and perchloroethylene (used in degreasing metals and painting) can cause birth defects. There is also exposure to lead, arsenic, mercury, and other heavy metals in the production of goods or in power plants. These harmful substances, called teratogens, could cause serious harm to a growing baby.

Medical professionals may cause birth defects due to negligence. For example, they may fail to identify or treat a mother's illness during pregnancy, or even after the baby is born. A doctor may be negligent when they prescribe medications that could cause birth defects or administer medication in a way that is not correct. Medical malpractice lawsuits can be filed against the doctor responsible for the negligence. A birth injury lawsuit may also be brought against an employer who places a pregnant worker in a position in which they are exposed to an unsafe substance.

Medical Malpractice

Birth defects are structural changes to the body that have negative effects on its function or appearance. According to the CDC the conditions could affect any body part.

If a child is born with a birth defect parents are often interested in knowing why the condition developed. The most common causes of these diseases are medical negligence or exposure to teratogen chemical. A birth defect lawyer with years of experience can help families investigate the causes of birth defects and bring a lawsuit against those responsible.

Medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries usually have a statute of limitation of only one year. This means that parents need to act quickly upon identifying the birth defect and determining the underlying cause of the injury. This includes gathering invoices, receipts, payment from credit cards and other evidence to back the claim for compensation.

It would be helpful to have more time to process the traumatic experience of discovering that the child is suffering from an injury or defect that is a result of birth however this is not an option when it comes to submitting an action in court. This is why it is critical to partner with a skilled birth defect and birth injury attorney who will handle all the preceding actions in a timely manner.

Product Liability

Modern technology and medical advancements have greatly reduced the risks associated with childbirth. However birth injuries and defects remain possible. If you believe that medical professionals were reckless or negligent during pregnancy, birth and labor, your child may be suffering an injury. You could be entitled to compensation for your losses.

Levy Konigsberg's lawyers for birth defects can help you determine if you have grounds to sue the doctor, hospital, and other parties involved. Our team has the knowledge and resources to defend your rights, which includes the services of specialized medical and scientific experts to determine and lawsuits connect 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's face, quality of life, and expected longevity. If your child's condition was a result of medical negligence, or by exposure to prescription medications or toxic chemicals, or environmental factors, our firm can provide you with professional advice and guidance on the merits of a lawsuit. Contact us now to begin the process of seeking the compensation you deserve for your losses. We will review your case for you without cost or obligation. We only receive a fee in the event that we win or settle your case.

Exposure to Toxics

As part of their work or in their surroundings, lawsuits many people are exposed to toxic substances every day. Unfortunately some of these chemicals have been found to cause birth defects (teratogens) and can cause harm to babies. Parents who believe that the birth defect of their child is a result of exposure to chemicals may be eligible for compensation.

One of the most prevalent birth defects that can be caused by chemical exposure during pregnancy. Certain substances include toxic solvents, such as those used in the manufacturing of semiconductors have been proven to cause a range of birth defects in children who are not yet born. Our firm has dealt with cases against some of the largest companies in this field and secured billions of dollars 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 childhood cancers, including hematopoietic, and birth defects. SSRIs and other prescription drugs including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are also believed to have been linked to a variety of 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 pain and suffering of families who's lives have been ruined by their wrongful conduct. She graduated magna cum laude from Williams College and Columbia Law School and is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey.