Austin Infant Brain Damage Lawyers
A mistake in the delivery room can lead to a lifetime of brain damage issues for the newborn child. At Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, our dedicated attorneys are committed to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable and securing the compensation for families affected by medical malpractice. We have more than 100 years of combined experience winning medical negligence claims for our clients. Medical negligence cases are extremely difficult to bring, so there is no guarantee we will be able to assist you. During a free consultation, we can thoroughly review all the details of your infant brain damage matter to determine if we can help.
What Types Of Birth Injuries Can Infants Suffer?
Infants can suffer various birth injuries, some of which can lead to long-term complications. Common birth injuries include:
- Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): This brain injury is caused by oxygen deprivation.
- Cerebral palsy: A group of disorders limiting muscle growth and movement.
- Brachial plexus injuries: Damage to the nervous system involving the spine to the shoulder, arm and hand, which can result in conditions like Erb’s palsy.
- Intracranial hemorrhage: Bleeding within the brain that can occur due to birth trauma or medical negligence.
- Fractures: Broken bones, such as the collarbone or arm, which can occur during a difficult delivery.
These injuries can cause permanent consequences in a child, and deserve fair compensation for the losses the child will suffer.
Is Brain Damage To Babies Preventable?
In many cases, infant brain damage can be preventable with proper medical care. Medical malpractice, such as failing to monitor the fetus, delaying a C-section, not using delivery tools properly and failing to manage the mother’s health properly, can all cause brain damage in the infant. Contact Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, to learn about your legal options regarding your child’s injuries.
What Can You Recover Compensation For In Your Infant Brain Damage Lawsuit?
If negligence is proven, parents can seek compensation for various damages in an infant brain damage lawsuit, including:
- Medical expenses
- Therapy and rehabilitation
- Special education needs
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of future earnings
At Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, our legal team’s goal is to maximize compensation our clients receive so that it reflects the current and future medical expenses while minimizing the stress of filing a claim. Let our Austin infant brain damage lawyers review your situation during a free initial consultation.
Legal Advocacy To Hold Medical Professionals Accountable
While a doctor’s mistake only takes a moment, the consequences could last a lifetime. Let our medical malpractice attorneys evaluate the circumstances surrounding your infants injuries to determine if we believe you should pursue compensation through a malpractice claim. Call us at 512-593-7399 or email us here to schedule your free initial consultation today.