MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY AUSTIN TX
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider's care falls below the accepted standard — and causes patient harm. Austin's major medical facilities (Dell Seton, St. David's, Ascension Seton) generate malpractice claims across surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, and medication mistakes. Texas Chapter 74 imposes strict procedural requirements. Our Austin medical malpractice attorneys know every rule.
What We Can Help You With
Surgical errors
Wrong-site surgery, retained instruments, anesthesia errors at Austin hospitals and surgical centers
Misdiagnosis
Delayed or missed diagnosis of cancer, heart attack, stroke, or infection causing preventable harm
Birth injuries
Cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, and brain injury from negligent obstetric care
Hospital negligence
Medication errors, falls, infections, and inadequate monitoring at Austin facilities
Emergency room errors
Failure to diagnose time-sensitive conditions — stroke, MI, appendicitis
Expert report requirement
Texas § 74.351 requires expert report within 120 days of filing — we manage this critical deadline
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Texas?▾
2 years from the negligent act or discovery. A 10-year statute of repose limits most claims. Contact an attorney immediately — these deadlines are strictly enforced.
What is the expert report requirement?▾
Texas § 74.351 requires serving an expert report from a qualified medical professional within 120 days of filing suit. Failure to comply results in dismissal with prejudice.
Are non-economic damages capped in Texas malpractice cases?▾
Yes. Non-economic damages are capped at $250,000 per physician defendant and $250,000 per hospital defendant. Economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) are not capped.
How is a malpractice case different from a regular personal injury case?▾
Malpractice cases require expert witnesses, strict procedural compliance under Chapter 74, complex medical record analysis, and attorneys with specific malpractice litigation experience.
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