Texas Medical Malpractice Law
Austin Medical Malpractice Attorneys
At any given moment, day or night, residents of Austin and the whole state of Texas are being treated for all manner of injuries and illness. In most cases, they receive excellent care and are on their road to recovery. But in some cases, the healthcare practitioners we rely on are negligent in their care. A single act of negligence, however minor it may be perceived, can be life-altering for the patient and their family, leaving one paralyzed, bedridden, or, in a worst case scenario, no longer with us.
Who Can Commit Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice often results in permanent, disabling injuries – sometimes event death. Those who suffer this injustice have every right to be compensated for their suffering, both short and long-term. Our Austin medical malpractice attorneys know this all too well, having settled cases with all manner of healthcare practitioners who have been negligent when caring for patients. Practitioners we’ve dealt with include:
- Medical doctors
- Surgeons
- Emergency room physicians and surgeons
- Nurses
- Medical technicians
- Pharmacists
- Chiropractors
- Physical therapists
- Obstetricians/gynecologists
Our Austin medical malpractice attorneys have represented victims of medical negligence in towns all over the State of Texas and the U.S. We have brought claims against providers in Killeen, Wichita Falls, Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and many other Texas cities.
Whether you’re local to Austin, TX, or are a victim of medical malpractice anywhere in Texas, the attorneys at Whitehurst, Harkness, Brees, Cheng, Alsaffar, Higginbotham, and Jacob, PLLC, are ready to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
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When Can You File A Medical Malpractice Claim in Texas?
In general, there is a two year statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims in Texas. This means that a medical malpractice suit must be filed no later than two years after the negligent act or omission occurred, or it is barred by the statute of limitations and cannot be brought.
Read more about the statute of limitations for a Texas medical malpractice claim.
Medical Malpractice and the Federal Tort Claims Act
When it comes to suing the US government for medical malpractice, the Federal Tort Claims Act is the roadmap for what’s allowed. This applies to military hospitals and doctors, VA facilities, and other government-related medical specialists.
The medical malpractice attorneys of Whitehurst, Harkness, Brees, Cheng, Alsaffar, Higginbotham, & Jacob, PLLC, have settled FTCA cases across the US. Two of the all-time highest FTCA verdicts in US history were won by our firm – Dickerson v. US ($18.96 million) and Lebron v US ($15.75 million).
Don’t entrust your cases to the first lawyer you find. Winning a case depends on lawyers with extensive FTCA experience, and that’s what our firm brings. We know the rules, the technicalities, and the ins and outs to ensure you get the settlement you deserve.
Contact Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys
It is extremely time-consuming and expensive to pursue a complex medical negligence case, but our firm can skillfully guide you through the litigation process. Contact our Austin medical malpractice attorneys today to schedule a consultation.