When the joy of welcoming a newborn is overshadowed by a birth injury, you need a trusted legal team by your side. At Orange Law, we are committed to fighting for families affected by medical negligence during childbirth. If your child has suffered a birth injury in Houston, TX, our experienced birth injury lawyers are here to help you seek justice and fair compensation.
If you’ve been involved in an accident in Houston, TX, navigating the legal process can be overwhelming. Orange Law Personal Injury Lawyers specialize in helping accident victims secure the compensation they deserve. Here’s how they can assist you
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Birth injuries can occur due to complications during labor and delivery, often resulting from medical negligence or difficult births. Here are some common types of birth injuries:
A neurological disorder caused by brain damage during or shortly after birth. It can result from oxygen deprivation, infections, or medical errors. Cerebral Palsy (CP) affects muscle control, movement, and coordination.
Damage to the brachial plexus nerves, which control the arm and hand, often caused by excessive force during delivery.
If the birth injury leads to permanent disabilities, compensation can cover the child’s reduced ability to earn an income in the future.
In Texas, medical malpractice cases—including birth injury claims—must typically be filed within two years from the date of the injury.
If a birth injury tragically leads to a child’s death, parents generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim.
If the birth injury occurred at a government-owned hospital or facility (such as a county hospital), a notice of claim must often be filed within six months from the date of injury.
In Texas, medical malpractice cases—including birth injury claims—must typically be filed within two years from the date of the injury.
If the birth injury occurred at a government-owned hospital or facility (such as a county hospital), a notice of claim must often be filed within six months from the date of injury.
A birth injury refers to physical harm sustained by a newborn before, during, or shortly after delivery. Common birth injuries include cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), fractures, and facial paralysis, often caused by medical negligence.
Birth injuries can be caused by factors such as improper use of delivery tools (forceps, vacuum extractors), failure to monitor fetal distress, delayed C-sections, medication errors, or the mishandling of complications during labor.
In Texas, parents typically have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. However, the law allows a child to file a claim before their 14th birthday if the injury was not discovered earlier.
Yes, if your child suffers a birth injury due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, and future care needs.
If you or a loved one has suffered a birth injury or any other personal injury in Houston, TX, Orange Law Personal Injury Lawyers is here to provide the legal help you need. Our experienced team is dedicated to fighting for your rights and ensuring that you receive the compensation you deserve. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay only if we win your case. With aggressive legal representation, we’ll guide you through every step of the process and work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome. Don’t wait—Texas has strict deadlines for filing injury claims. Contact Orange Law Personal Injury Lawyers today to get started on your case.
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