It is an unfortunate situation, but there are times when serious injuries
occur. When they occur to babies, it can lead to a lifetime of financial,
physical, and emotional hardship. If you have experienced any kind of
medical negligence that has led to a birth injury, you must understand
that there are specific rights and options that you may have. For this
reason, it’s important to find an experienced Houston birth injury
attorney who can help you.
Protect Your Rights
In a birth injury case where you are the plaintiff, you are going to go
up against large hospitals and their legal teams. Part of their plan is
to minimize the liability the medical professional faces, which would
also limit the amount of compensation to which you may be entitled. By
having experienced attorneys on your side, you may be able to seek maximum
compensation for the damages to your child.
Gather Necessary Evidence
A big part of proving your case in a birth injury lawsuit is showing that
the medical professional was negligent in his or her actions. This is
a very difficult thing to do on your own, so having an experienced firm
on your side can help. There are firms with additional resources, such
as having medical professionals on staff to help recreate the potential
cause of the injury. Lawyers can also collect medical records and seek
all proof to help build a strong case.
Seek Maximum Compensation
In some cases, where a medical professional recognizes fault on their part,
the defendant may offer a settlement in lieu of a lawsuit. In many of
these situations, the amount of compensation is not nearly enough to help
cover the expenses associated with a birth injury. A lawyer can help you
seek the most out of your lawsuit, helping to right the wrongs you have
experienced.
At Hampton & King, our
Houston birth injury attorneys have the experience and knowledge necessary to guide our clients through
the difficult legal processes that lie ahead. We are determined to hold
negligent doctors accountable for their actions, especially when it leads
to serious harm. Let us protect your rights so you can focus on your family
and your baby’s recovery.
Contact us today to discuss your potential case with our team.
