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New York City Lawyers Protecting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Autism spectrum disorder is described as a range of autistic behaviors, such as abnormal communication skills or repetitive behavior, that varies in severity. In essence, this means that one child may have more acute symptoms of autism than another child with similar symptoms. Parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are eager for medical professionals to discover a definitive cause and cure. However, such a discovery has proved elusive. Recent medical opinion has pointed to a strong correlation between medical errors and autism spectrum disorder.

Many attorneys shy away from autism spectrum disorder cases due to their controversial nature. At Irom, Wittels, Freund, Berne & Serra, P.C., we are fully prepared to seek maximum compensation on behalf of injured children and their families. Our lawyers have an in-depth background working with medical experts and physicians to examine the circumstances behind these types of cases.

We have practiced exclusively in the area of personal injury law for more than 48 years. Our attorneys have significant experience establishing fault in complex birth injury cases, and are ready to help you. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Strong Experience Protecting Victims

In many instances, children who are diagnosed as autistic were also victims of a serious birth injury. For example, we recently represented a family that was told their child had autistic spectrum disorder. After extensive research, our medical professionals determined the child was victimized by medical malpractice shortly before the delivery.

Birth injuries which may or may not contribute to the development of autism spectrum disorder include:

• Delayed C-sections
• Inappropriate use of Pitocin
• Post-delivery care negligence
• Failure to treat maternal infections
• Failure to properly monitor fetal status during labor

Over the past four decades, we have successfully represented numerous birth injury victims in complex cases.

Obtaining Compensation

We work with obstetricians, perinatologists, neurologists and other medical experts to carefully review obstetrical, neonatal, and pediatric records and the extent of a child's functional impairments. Based on their medical opinions, our lawyers develop persuasive arguments correlating the deficits that have been diagnosed as autism spectrum disorder to medical malpractice. We are committed to obtaining as much compensation as possible to cover life care plans, rehabilitation needs and long-term medical care.

Protect Your Rights

Whether you child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) or global developmental delay (GDD), we are prepared to investigate your case and determine if medical negligence contributed to the developmental disability.

Please note, the statute of limitations for birth injuries is tolled for infancy up until the child's 10th birthday. In many cases the injury does not become apparent until many years after the birth. In addition to this delay, autism spectrum disorder cases take a long time to evaluate and prepare. If you suspect a link between medical malpractice and your child's diagnosis, it is advisable to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible.

Contact Us for Experienced Representation

Don't worry about our fee. We represent our clients on a contingency basis, so you will owe nothing unless we recover compensation for you. For a free consultation, call 1.866.603.1731, or contact us online.