San Antonio Medical Malpractice Lawyers
San Antonio is a thriving city full of people and opportunity. Despite this, medical malpractice is still a threat in this community. Unfortunately, with the high volume of medical services provided, medical errors can occur, leading to medical malpractice claims.
At Winckler, Harvey & McConnell, LLP, our medical malpractice attorneys are committed to helping victims of medical negligence in San Antonio. We work tirelessly to help everyone in our community, but we cannot take on every case. For a free consultation, contact us by calling 512-593-7399 or emailing us here.
Cases Our San Antonio Medical Malpractice Attorneys Can Handle
Our experienced team is equipped to handle a wide range of medical malpractice claims, including:
- Birth injuries: Injuries suffered by infants during childbirth due to a medical error
- Anesthesia negligence: Anesthesia errors caused by reckless actions
- Brain injuries: Medical negligence causing harm to the brain
- Hospital negligence and physician negligence: Failures by hospital staff to meet the standard of care
- Nursing and staffing errors: Mistakes made by nursing staff
- Nursing home negligence: Inattentive staff causing harm to nursing home residents
- Surgical errors and injuries: Avoidable mistakes during surgery causing injury
- Wrongful death: Fatalities caused by the negligence of a medical professional
- Paralysis, quadriplegia and paraplegia: Severe injuries leading to loss of mobility
Any of these injuries can have life-changing consequences for the patient and their family, and it is important to pursue the compensation they need to cover the costs and losses of their injuries.
Are Medical Malpractice And Medical Negligence Different?
While often used interchangeably, medical malpractice refers to a breach of the standard of care by medical professionals, resulting in harm. Medical negligence is a subset where the harm is due to careless actions or omissions.
How Long Do You Have To File A Medical Malpractice Claim In San Antonio?
In Texas, you have a limited time to file a medical malpractice claim. While there can be exceptions, most people have two years from the date of the accident or discovery of the injury to file a claim. We recommend contacting an experienced San Antonio medical malpractice lawyer for questions about your specific case.
Is There A Cap On Damages You Can Recover In A San Antonio Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
Yes, Texas law caps noneconomic damages in medical malpractice cases at $250,000 per defendant, with a total cap of $500,000 for all health care providers. Our goal is to maximize the compensation you receive for your injuries.
San Antonio, Texas, Medical Malpractice Courts
Local courts that handle medical malpractice cases include:
- Bexar County Courthouse
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, San Antonio division
No matter where your claim goes, we will be there to represent you through every step of the resolution process.
Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation With A San Antonio Medical Malpractice Attorney Today
We offer free consultations to discuss your potential case and guide you through your legal options. Contact us by calling 512-593-7399 or emailing us here to schedule your free initial consultation today.