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Dedicated Birth Injury Attorneys. Fighting for Justice and Accountability.

Nationally recognized, Van Wey & Metzler is a highly respected law firm and passionate advocate for justice. More than a group of experienced birth injury attorneys, we stand as your champions, your support, and your advocates when the unimaginable happens. If your baby has been harmed due to a medical team’s oversight or neglect, we bring our full commitment and extensive knowledge to your side, providing solace and vigorous representation in this heart-wrenching journey.

Birth Injuries from Medical Missteps

In a time when every parent should be brimming with excitement for their baby’s arrival, that joy can be quickly destroyed by a tragic oversight made by a medical professional. This can be devastating, but you’re not alone. Our belief is unwavering: every child is entitled to optimal prenatal and post-delivery care. Moreover, those who falter in this duty must be held accountable. With a seasoned team of birth injury attorneys by your side, we’re relentless in our pursuit to demand responsibility for the harms caused during labor and delivery.

Revolutionary Attorneys Elevating Healthcare Standards

Our mission transcends obtaining compensation for catastrophic birth injuries. We aim to ignite change, to elevate healthcare standards so that every newborn receives the care they deserve. In fighting for your child, we also fight for a future where such tragedies are less likely to occur across the U.S.
Financial compensation, while maybe not the forefront of your mind, is vital. It secures your child’s future and ensures all their needs—medical and otherwise—are met.

Compassionate Legal Guidance

Our compassionate Texas birth injury lawyers focus on the most severe cases, harnessing our knowledge and resolve to confront the healthcare giants. We recognize the whirlwind of emotions and the financial burdens weighing you down, and we’re poised to battle for the justice you and your precious child so rightly deserve.
Combining legal acumen with heartfelt empathy, our team stands with you. We strive to lighten your load, shouldering the practical and financial challenges on your behalf. Our goal is to be more than your lawyers—we are your steadfast allies, relentlessly seeking justice for your child.

Reach Out for Support

If a medical error has altered the course of your child’s life, it’s time to speak with us. We welcome your calls, your emails—your story. Connect with us for guidance and to arrange a consultation with a Texas birth injury lawyer at (866) 329-0765.
Additionally, we handle catastrophic birth injury cases in almost every state. Together, we strive for the justice your family warrants.

Recognizing Potential Symptoms of Birth Injuries

If you’re concerned about the possibility of a birth injury, being vigilant about certain symptoms is crucial. Below is a list of symptoms that may indicate a birth injury occurred during labor and delivery. If you observe any of these, consider consulting with a medical professional and possibly birth injury attorneys to explore your options
  • Unusual Motor Skills Development: If your child is displaying difficulty in reaching developmental milestones related to motor skills, such as grasping, walking, or crawling, it may be indicative of a birth injury affecting areas of the brain responsible for these functions.
  • Difficulty with Muscle Control: Signs that a child might develop cerebral palsy (CP), a condition often resulting from birth injuries, can include muscle stiffness or floppiness, spasms, or problems with coordination and balance.
  • Issues with the Umbilical Cord: Complications during labor and delivery involving the umbilical cord, such as entanglement or compression, can lead to hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), which is a type of brain injury that occurs due to a lack of adequate oxygenated blood to the baby during labor and delivery.
  • Abnormal MRI Findings: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can reveal damage to parts of the brain, which may be due to a head trauma or reduced oxygen supply. This can signal various types of birth injuries, including CP and HIE.
  • Variations in Blood Pressure: High or low maternal blood pressure during delivery can affect a baby’s oxygen supply, potentially leading to brain cells damage and birth injuries.
  • Seizures: The onset of seizures shortly after birth may suggest brain injuries, often pointing to an underlying issue that may have been caused by medical malpractice during labor and delivery.
  • Developmental Delays: Any significant lag in cognitive, social, speech, or physical development could be a sign of developmental delay due to a birth injury. Regular assessments are important to monitor the child’s progress.
  • Breathing Problems: Difficulties in breathing or requiring resuscitation at birth may indicate hypoxic injuries, which can have lasting effects on a child’s quality of life and life expectancy.
These symptoms include some of the more common indications of a birth injury, but this list is not exhaustive. Early diagnosis and intervention can be crucial in managing the consequences of birth injuries and improving outcomes. If you suspect your child has suffered from a birth injury due to possible medical malpractice, seeking legal advice may help ensure the necessary resources are available for your child’s care and future quality of life.

Financial Impact of a Birth Injury and Recovery

The costs associated with a birth injury are staggering and far-reaching. From specialized equipment to continuous therapies and adaptive support, families often face an overwhelming financial burden. Our experienced birth injury lawyers work to ensure every potential expense—both immediate and future—is accounted for.
Compensation can include not only medical bills but also long-term care costs, lost wages for caregiving parents, and pain and suffering. In cases of extreme negligence, punitive damages may also apply. Proper compensation isn’t just about covering costs—it’s about restoring dignity, stability, and hope for the future.

Diagnosis and Treatment Plans for Birth Injuries

Early and accurate diagnosis of a birth injury leads to the implementation of effective treatment regimens. Interventions may include surgical procedures, physical therapy, or the prescription of medication to manage symptoms. Specialists such as neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, and physical therapists, often collaborate to tailor treatment to the child’s specific needs.

Planning for the Long-Term Care and Support for Your Child

Children with birth injuries may require long-term care, which could encompass special education services, physiotherapy, regular medical check-ups, and adaptive devices. Parents need to consider future expenses and support systems, creating a financial plan that ensures the child’s well-being throughout their life.

Seeking an Attorney Who Focuses on Birth Injury Law

Within the niche of medical malpractice, birth injury stands out as particularly intricate. Generalist firms often pass such cases to those who, like us, specialize in this heartbreaking practice area. If something feels amiss about your child’s birth, trust that intuition—early legal intervention is crucial.

Defending Your Child’s Future

In the unfortunate event that medical malpractice has shadowed your child’s birth, securing legal expertise is imperative. As parents, you are the voice for your child, and selecting a law firm that resonates with your experience is critical. Our promise is to listen intently, advocate fiercely, and strive for the peace of mind you deserve.
Every birth injury case is unique, necessitating personalized care plans, adjustment in lifestyle, and comprehensive therapeutic measures, possibly for an extended period or even a lifetime. These plans range from physical therapy and surgery to educational accommodations and specialized equipment. Families often find themselves navigating a complex and unfamiliar medical system while managing the emotional toll of their child’s condition. That’s why having an experienced legal team by your side isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.

Answers to Your Urgent Questions

What caused this injury to happen to my child?
It’s natural to question why your child has suffered a birth injury, and the uncertainty can be agonizing. You might wonder if it was a cruel twist of fate or a preventable error. Often, a health care provider won’t acknowledge their mistakes, leaving you in the dark.
Our role as birth injury attorneys is to shed light on the truth. By meticulously reviewing your case, we aim to identify whether negligence played a part, pinpoint who is liable, and pursue the compensation that your family is entitled to receive.
It’s natural to question why your child has suffered a birth injury, and the uncertainty can be agonizing. You might wonder if it was a cruel twist of fate or a preventable error. Often, a health care provider won’t acknowledge their mistakes, leaving you in the dark.
Our role as birth injury attorneys is to shed light on the truth. By meticulously reviewing your case, we aim to identify whether negligence played a part, pinpoint who is liable, and pursue the compensation that your family is entitled to receive.
It’s natural to question why your child has suffered a birth injury, and the uncertainty can be agonizing. You might wonder if it was a cruel twist of fate or a preventable error. Often, a health care provider won’t acknowledge their mistakes, leaving you in the dark.
Our role as birth injury attorneys is to shed light on the truth. By meticulously reviewing your case, we aim to identify whether negligence played a part, pinpoint who is liable, and pursue the compensation that your family is entitled to receive.
It’s natural to question why your child has suffered a birth injury, and the uncertainty can be agonizing. You might wonder if it was a cruel twist of fate or a preventable error. Often, a health care provider won’t acknowledge their mistakes, leaving you in the dark.
Our role as birth injury attorneys is to shed light on the truth. By meticulously reviewing your case, we aim to identify whether negligence played a part, pinpoint who is liable, and pursue the compensation that your family is entitled to receive.
It’s natural to question why your child has suffered a birth injury, and the uncertainty can be agonizing. You might wonder if it was a cruel twist of fate or a preventable error. Often, a health care provider won’t acknowledge their mistakes, leaving you in the dark.
Our role as birth injury attorneys is to shed light on the truth. By meticulously reviewing your case, we aim to identify whether negligence played a part, pinpoint who is liable, and pursue the compensation that your family is entitled to receive.

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We serve clients from coast to coast whose lives have been shattered by medical negligence and preventable birth injuries. We are rooted in Texas, but we regularly handle complex, high‑stakes cases that may involve multiple providers, institutions, or jurisdictions.

When you become our client, you become part of the Van Wey & Metzler family, and you receive responsive communication and support throughout your case.

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