Surgical Malpractice
Surgery malpractice occurs when a surgeon falls below the standard of care and skill that is expected of a surgeon in that particular specialization, under similar circumstances. Unfortunately, surgery malpractice is a much more common occurrence than it should be. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people in the United States suffer injury or even death because of the negligence of doctors, nurses, anesthesiologists, pharmacists or other medical professionals. If you have suffered injury or if you have lost a loved one due to surgical malpractice, it is important to find an experienced surgical malpractice attorney to represent you.
Some types of surgery malpractice include:
Operating on the wrong organ or body part
Negligence leading to post-surgical infections
Leaving a sponge or other surgical instrument in the patient’s body (leading to infection and even amputation in some cases)
Mistakes in anesthesia dosage that can be fatal
Wrong dosage of medication
Botched plastic surgery
Misdiagnosis of a medical condition
For the past 15 years, our Law Office has represented clients throughout Texas who have been the unfortunate victims of medical malpractice. Our surgery malpractice attorneys have many years of trial experience and are dedicated to each case and client. Our representation has resulted in multi-million-dollar settlements for our clients.
At our Law Office, we explore every legal avenue we can to obtain the maximum compensation possible for our clients. Surgery malpractice cases are difficult and require specialized knowledge of the law and the medical profession. We do extensive research for each one of our surgical malpractice cases by consulting with medical experts and thoroughly researching the hospital records. Call our Law Office for a free initial consultation. You can meet with an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your concerns and find out what legal options are available to you. Our clients always receive their attorney’s personal mobile phone number so that they can contact them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should any emergency arise during the representation. Our team is also fully fluent in Spanish.
If you believe you have a legal claim for surgical malpractice because of the negligence of a doctor, nurse, or another medical professional, contact our Law Office as soon as possible. You can contact our office toll-free to set up a free consultation with an experienced surgical malpractice attorney.
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Back & Spine Injuries
The back and spine are some of the most vulnerable areas of the human body and are therefore especially susceptible to injury in a car accident. Even a minor twist or strain to back muscles can cause a back and spine injury and result in chronic pain.
Back injuries can be expensive and difficult to treat. A spinal injury is often a plaguing injury that can result in paralysis.
Back injuries are an especially serious type of car accident injury because they can sometimes make it impossible for an individual to return to work. Although individuals who suffer a back injury may recover enough to be able to train for a new career, those who experience a spinal cord injury that causes paralysis may never be able to work again.
Come see one of our Texas car accident lawyers to discuss your car accident injury claim. Call us to schedule a consultation.
Back Injuries Can Cause Extreme Pain
Back and spine injuries are a common repercussion of another injury, such as a neck injury. Back pain is a frequent complaint of individuals who have been in a car accident. According to the Mayo Clinic, back pain is one of the main reasons individuals visit the doctor and are forced to miss work.
The back is made up of vertebrae in the spine, cushioned by disks in between the individual vertebrae. During a car accident, the soft material inside a disk may shift out of place or even rupture and cause strain to nerves around the spine, resulting in excruciating back pain.
An individual who experiences back pain after a car accident may feel sudden spasms or a shooting pain that travels from the back to the legs. Muscle aches are also common, and an individual may also have trouble standing up straight or lose his or her normal range of motion.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are the result of damage to the ligaments, discs, or vertebrae of the spinal column. A spinal cord injury can also occur when the nerves at the end of the spinal cord sustain damage. Even the slightest impact could result in a back and or spine injury.
The Mayo Clinic states that spinal cord injuries can have permanent repercussions. An individual who experiences a spinal cord injury faces a host of bodily issues, such as a decrease in strength, less sensation in certain areas of the body, and trouble performing bodily functions below the area of impact.
Treatment Is Available
Back and spine injuries can often be treated through a variety of methods. Some back pain can be treated with over-the-counter medication. Although bed rest is recommended, it should not be done for more than two days, or the back pain could worsen rather than improve.
A doctor will normally prescribe common pain relievers for back pain. If the pain does not improve, muscle relaxers may be prescribed. Narcotics or antidepressants may also be prescribed for extreme back pain.
Although medications may be prescribed for a spinal cord injury, immobilization of the back is often undertaken to stabilize the spine.
Back and spine injuries sustained in an automobile accident take an extreme physical and emotional toll on an individual. Fortunately, financial compensation may be available from a negligent driver.
If you’ve been injured in an accident, our experienced personal injury lawyers can help. Call us to learn about your options.
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Neck Injuries
You usually notice when a car is following too closely behind you. It probably makes you nervous. If traffic ahead of you suddenly stops or a child unexpectedly darts out into the road, a negligent driver behind you will likely crash directly into your vehicle and suddenly you’re the victim of a neck injury. Neck injuries are one of the most common types of car accident injuries, usually resulting from a rear-end crash.
Although most car accident injuries require expensive treatments, neck injuries from a car accident that results in whiplash can be especially costly and take a long time to heal.
Come talk to one of our car accident lawyers if you’ve been injured in a crash. Call us to schedule a consultation.
Common Neck Injuries
The neck is composed of bones, joints, tissues and nerves that all work together to support the head. Although the soft tissue of the neck may be the only area that sustains damage, the damage may affect a variety of muscles throughout the body, as well as the spinal cord.
When there is a break in the cervical cord, a neck fracture results. The type and extent of the break depend on the position of the head upon impact and the angle at which the impact occurs.
A neck sprain may occur when the neck twists as the result of the sudden impact of a car accident. A neck sprain is usually the result of ligament damage. Ligaments are blocks of tissue that hold bones together.
Neck Injuries Affecting The Spine
Neck injuries are also related to spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can be caused from whiplash which damages joints or disks, which result in spinal cord irritation. A spinal cord injury can result in permanent disability, paralysis and can even be fatal.
Neck Injuries And Whiplash
Whiplash can best be envisioned by someone cracking a whip. When a car is unexpectedly smashed from behind, such as in a rear-end collision, the impact can cause the neck to suddenly snap forward and backward. These unnatural movements stretch the neck muscles and ligaments well beyond their normal range of motion.
Although whiplash may heal on its own after a few months, many times whiplash results in chronic pain that can last for years, which can require expensive treatment or rehabilitation.
Whiplash can also continue to persist for many years after an accident without any known cause.
Treatment Options
There are a variety of treatments for neck injuries. Treatment for a neck fracture depends on an individual’s age, current health and whether there is any spinal damage. A neck brace may be required to stabilize the neck.
Neck sprains can be treated by placing ice on the affected area and getting plenty of rest. Anti-inflammatory medication may also be prescribed.
The type of treatment given immediately after a spinal cord injury often depends on the long-term effects.
Whiplash is normally treated with over-the-counter medications and applying ice to the affected neck muscles. Prescription medications and physical therapy are other options.
Treatment for any sort of neck injury is often expensive. If a neck injury from a car accident was caused by a driver’s negligence, financial compensation may be available to the victim.
Our car accident lawyers are ready to help you when you’ve been injured in an accident. Call us today.
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Brain Injuries
Today many vehicles are equipped with safety features that are designed to minimize the negative impact of a car crash. However, head and brain injuries are still frequently cited as common types of car accident injuries and may cause long-term damage.
Brain injuries result from a sharp blow to the head or an object piercing the skull. If the head comes in contact with a hard object during a car accident, such as a windshield, this can result in a brain injury.
All car accident injuries are serious, but head and brain injuries are especially troublesome because the healing process is extremely slow. There is also a risk of permanent brain damage.
Our experienced car accident lawyers are here for you if you’ve suffered an injury in a crash. Call us to make an appointment.
What Is A Brain Injury?
The life of an individual who suffers a brain injury due to a negligent driver is forever altered.
It is essential for a brain injury victim to have access to expert medical care, as brain injuries require expensive and long-term rehabilitation. It is also crucial for brain injury victims to receive personalized medical attention and have access to specialized services tailored to their unique brain injury in order to continue to live a healthy and productive life.
A concussion is a form of brain injury that is now typically referred to as traumatic brain injury, or TBI. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has called TBI a serious public health problem in the United States. It is estimated that approximately 1.7 million TBI’s occur every year either as isolated incidents or in conjunction with other types of injuries, such as head injuries or neck injuries.
Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms
A TBI is alarming because symptoms may occur immediately or may not become apparent until long after an accident. Brain injuries are classified as mild, moderate or severe. Common symptoms of a mild TBI include:
Headache
Dizziness
Problems with memory or concentration
Ringing in the ears or blurred vision
Feelings of disorientation
A TBI victim may also experience loss of consciousness every so often. More severe symptoms involve changes in a victim’s mood or personality. Depression and anxiety are common with moderate or severe TBIs.
Treatment Of Brain Injuries
Mild TBIs typically only require rest and over the counter medications to heal. Immediate emergency treatment should be provided for moderate to severe brain injuries with the goal of maintaining an adequate level of blood and oxygen and attempting to minimize further injury.
Medications such as diuretics, coma-inducing drugs and anti-seizure drugs may also be prescribed for moderate to severe TBIs.
Long-term rehabilitation is also usually required for a severe TBI as a victim may need to relearn how to walk, talk or perform basic bodily movements. Physical and psychological therapy is also essential. It is for this reason that treatment of TBIs can become astonishingly expensive.
The repercussions of brain injuries can last a lifetime. An individual may be unable to return to a former job or be prevented from returning to work altogether. However, compensation from a negligent driver who caused a brain injury may be available.
A devoted legal advocate is absolutely essential if you have suffered a brain injury. Call us to learn more about how we can help you.
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Car Accidents
Car accidents are the most common type of motor vehicle accidents, occurring more frequently than both truck and motorcycle collisions.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 33,244 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2019, while over 2 million were injured. Passenger vehicles made up a large portion of these accidents.
After a car crash, email us or call our experienced car accident attorneys for valuable knowledge and capable assistance.
Important Safety Measures
One of the primary responsibilities of the NHTSA is to oversee the safety standards of automobile manufacturers. This is done by implementing Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. One of these standards is the use of seat belts. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 15,000 lives are saved each year in the United States because drivers and their passengers were wearing seat belts when they were in a road traffic crash.
Another FMVSS standard involves the use of airbags. The NHTSA currently recommends that children age 12 and under sit in the rear seat away from the force of a deploying frontal airbag.
Protecting Yourself And Your Passengers
It is important for drivers and their passengers to protect themselves by always wearing seat belts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that wearing a seat belt is the most effective way to prevent death and serious injury in the event of an accident.
Current Texas law requires everyone in a vehicle to buckle up or face fines and court costs up to $200. Children younger than 8 years must be in a child safety seat or booster seat unless they’re taller than 4 feet 9 inches. If they aren’t properly restrained, the driver faces fines up to $250, plus court costs.
Determining Negligence After A Car Accident
To determine if a driver was negligent and should be required to pay damages resulting from a car accident, the following factors must be considered:
Everyone has a legal obligation to drive with reasonable care under the circumstances. This is known as a duty of care.
This duty of care can be breached. For example, a driver who drives too fast or too aggressively has breached the duty of care.
Failing to use reasonable care can cause a car accident. For instance, a speeding driver could lose control of a vehicle and collide with another driver’s vehicle.
The driver’s recklessness caused harm to someone.
If each of these factors is shown, a driver is negligent and therefore can be held legally responsible for the cost of damages caused by the negligent behavior.
Negligence Law
Texas follows the “modified comparative negligence” doctrine where damages are barred or reduced according to your degree of fault.
For example, if a driver runs a red light and collides with another driver who is speeding, both drivers may be found negligent. A jury could find that the speeding driver was 25 percent negligent and the driver who ran the red light was 75 percent negligent.
This means that the driver who was speeding could recover damages amounting to 75 percent of the cost of injuries since this is the percentage of negligence that was not the speeding driver’s fault. The driver who ran the red light could receive damages amounting to 25 percent of the cost of injuries.
Consult an experienced car accident lawyer if you’d like to discuss an injury claim. Email us or call us to make an appointment.
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Pedestrian Accidents
The beautiful Texas climate makes walking an enjoyable activity for many residents. Residents may walk for exercise or use it as an inexpensive and convenient form of transportation. However, pedestrian accidents are common and pedestrians must make sure to follow all traffic laws. Even when a pedestrian is cautious, he or she could be injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle.
If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, contact our experienced car accident lawyers. Email us or call us toll-free.
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that 6,205 pedestrians were killed in 2019.
A pedestrian accident is more likely to occur in an urban area rather than a rural area. A majority of pedestrian accidents happen at night, with 30 percent of pedestrian accidents have occurred between the hours of 8 p.m. and midnight.
Children and older individuals are especially likely to be involved in pedestrian accidents. The fatality rate for pedestrians age 65 and older was higher than the rate for all other age groups. Nearly one-fifth of children between ages five and nine killed in motor vehicle accidents were pedestrians.
Pedestrian Laws
Texas pedestrians are subject to many of the same laws as drivers. For example, pedestrians are required to follow traffic control signals at intersections or crosswalks in the same manner as drivers.
However, drivers are required to exercise due care to avoid striking pedestrians and use a horn when necessary to alert a pedestrian to their presence. Drivers are also expected to exercise extreme caution when encountering a young child pedestrian or a pedestrian who appears confused or incapacitated.
Although a driver must yield the right of way to a pedestrian lawfully crossing in a crosswalk, a pedestrian cannot suddenly leave a curb and walk directly into the path of an oncoming motor vehicle, making it impossible for the driver to yield in time.
A pedestrian crossing anywhere outside of a marked crosswalk or in an unmarked crosswalk must also yield the right of way to drivers.
Pedestrian Safety
The NHTSA provides several common-sense tips for pedestrians to avoid an accident, such as:
Walk on a sidewalk.
If there is no sidewalk, walk on the shoulder of the road against oncoming traffic.
Walk in a designated crosswalk when crossing a street.
Stop and look left, right, and left again before crossing a street.
Carry a flashlight and wear reflective clothing at night.
Pedestrians should also make sure to not walk while they are intoxicated. It is estimated that in about one-third of all fatal pedestrian accidents, the pedestrian had a blood-alcohol level at or above .08 percent, which is the legal limit in many states.
The Duty Of Reasonable Care
Pedestrian accidents can involve negligence on the part of the driver or the pedestrian, similar to automobile accidents. Both drivers and pedestrians are required to exercise reasonable care on the roadways, and both could be found negligent and liable for damages if their failure to use reasonable care causes harm to another.
Seek out a car accident attorney if you are involved in a pedestrian accident. Email us or call us toll-free for an appointment.
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