Birth Injury Lawyer in Houston, TX

Name: Birth Injuries
Brand: Perdue & Kidd
Rating: 5 (30 reviews)

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about eight of every thousand babies born in the U.S. suffer a birth injury—that’s about three babies every hour. Mothers also suffer injuries at birth, but that number has declined in recent years. While it is nearly impossible to prevent all complications that could lead to a birth injury, sometimes negligence and medical malpractice are to blame. The results of injuries to a baby can be severe and have lifelong negative consequences. Make sure you discuss your case with a birth injury attorney in Houston as soon as possible to make sure you know your rights to compensation.

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Birth Injury Overview

What Families Should Know About Birth Injuries

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Schedule Your Consultation Today to See What Damages You Can Recover

Our team is dedicated to obtaining substantial compensation for plaintiffs who have suffered serious injury due to wrongdoing. Every case is different so it is important to get all of your questions answered in a one-on-one consultation. Our birth injury lawyers in Houston have recovered compensation for clients to cover damages such as:

Medical Costs
Continuing Medical Care Expenses
Cost of Specialized Equipment
Physical Therapy
Disability
Loss of Wages
Loss of Earning potential
Pain and Suffering
Emotional Trauma

Concerned that Your Child May Have Suffered a Birth Injury?

Not all birth injuries are immediately apparent at the time of delivery. There can be signs that something is wrong days, weeks, or even months later. It is important to consult with a personal injury accident attorney in Houston if you notice your child having trouble doing things other children his age are usually able to do, motor or coordination difficulties, skin discoloration, thin muscle mass, and other such indicators that seem somewhat persistent.

Common Birth Injuries that May Be the Result of Medical Errors

Nothing can guarantee that a birth will go perfectly but birth injuries caused by medical malpractice cannot go unanswered.

Common situations involving serious injury to a baby at or near the time of birth that were the result of negligence include:

Failure to follow standard delivery procedures
Mistakes during a cesarian section surgery
Failure to perform a c-section when it was needed
Failure to diagnose a problem
Incorrect use of forceps or other medical tools during delivery
Failure to notice oxygen deprivation
Incorrect administration of drugs or medications
Failure to properly monitor the mother’s and/or child’s heart rate

Such medical malpractice can result in severe injuries such as:

Brain Injuries
Brachial Palsy
Cerebral Palsy
Erb’s Palsy
Facial Paralysis
Spinal Cord Injuries
Clavicle Fractures
Deformities
Permanent Disabilities

Who Can Be Held Liable When Birth Injuries Occur in Houston?

Part of the job of your injury lawyer is to determine who is at fault after a birth injury. This highlights the importance of a thorough investigation to gather evidence effectively and hold all parties accountable for their negligence. This can include any number of medical personnel involved in the prenatal care or at the time of the delivery, as well as the facility where the medical care or birth took place. Exploring all avenues for rightful compensation means looking into the actions of individual healthcare providers and hospitals, or other medical facilities. A birth injury lawyer in Houston investigates any negligence or wrongdoing that contributed to you or your child being hurt.

Why Choose the Houston Birth Injury Attorneys at Perdue & Kidd?

After your baby suffers a serious birth injury—or your family experiences complications due to medical negligence—the last thing you should have to worry about is an insurance company or hospital focused on protecting its own interests. That’s why it’s critical to speak with an experienced birth injury attorney in Houston as soon as possible. Perdue & Kidd Trial Lawyers was founded by Jim M. Perdue, Jr. and Donald Kidd on the belief that helping families facing life-altering injuries requires personalized representation and a commitment to doing what’s right. Our attorneys will carefully review your case, explain your legal options, and take the time to answer your questions so you can focus on your family’s health and recovery.

Our team’s past and current recognitions include:

Don Bowen Distinguished Service Award (2018), Texas Trial Lawyers Association
Past President, Houston Trial Lawyers Association
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly
“Best Lawyers for the People,” H Texas Magazine
“AV Preeminent” Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

With a combined 50 years of trial and litigation experience, our attorneys use their extensive knowledge of the law to provide strong, effective representation—even in the most complex birth injury cases. Contact us today to schedule a complimentary consultation and discover how we can assist you in pursuing the compensation your family deserves.

Let a Birth Injury Attorney with Perdue & Kidd Advocate for You

Contact our law offices in Houston to schedule your free consultation with an experienced birth injury lawyer. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you will never pay out-of-pocket.