Waco Child Injury Attorneys
Seeking Justice for Your Child After an Accident
Few things are more terrifying than seeing your child hurt. In the aftermath of a serious injury, it’s important to work with a legal team that will take the situation to heart as if they were representing a child of their own. That’s what we offer here at the Law Offices Of Vic Feazell, P.C. in Waco, Texas. With decades of legal experience and a real commitment to local families, we know how to handle child injury cases with both compassion and strength. We don’t shy away from tough opponents, and we never settle for less than what your child deserves.
If your child was injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be wondering whether you have the right to take legal action. In Texas, a parent or legal guardian can file a personal injury claim on behalf of a minor child. This important legal right allows you to seek compensation for your child’s medical bills, long-term care, emotional suffering, and more, so your child can get the resources they need now and in the future.
Call us at (254) 938-6885 today to schedule a free and confidential case review.
What to Do After Your Child is Injured in an Accident
When your child gets hurt, the priority is their health, but there are also steps you can take to protect their legal rights.
If you believe someone else is responsible for your child’s injury, whether it happened at school, you should:
- Seek immediate medical care, even if the injury seems minor at first. Children’s injuries can worsen quickly or develop complications.
- Document what happened by taking photos of the scene, preserving damaged items, and collecting witness names or contact information.
- Notify the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) if you suspect the injury occurred due to abuse or neglect, especially in daycare, foster care, or institutional settings.
- Avoid speaking to insurance companies until you’ve spoken with a lawyer. Anything you say could be used to minimize your claim.
- Contact a child injury lawyer as soon as possible to get experienced legal guidance.
Texas Statute of Limitations for Child Injury Cases
In most Texas personal injury cases, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury. However, the law makes important exceptions for children.
When a minor is injured, the statute of limitations can sometimes be paused until the child turns 18. In such a case, the child could have until their 20th birthday to file a claim. Still, this exception is not guaranteed, and waiting that long is often not in your child’s best interest. Acting quickly allows an attorney to more readily access different sources of evidence.
Types of Child Injury Cases We Handle
At the Law Offices Of Vic Feazell, P.C., we represent Waco families in a wide range of child injury cases and have the resources and resolve to take on even the most complex claims.
We can handle child injury cases involving:
- School bus accidents or injuries during transportation to and from school
- Dangerous or defective toys and children’s products
- Injuries at family recreation centers, trampoline parks, public parks, or indoor play places
- Car accidents involving child passengers or pedestrian children
- Wrongful death of a child due to preventable negligence (including attractive nuisance cases)
Damages & Compensation in a Child Injury Case
When a child suffers a serious injury, the consequences can be emotional, physical, and financial while affecting the child and their family. Our Waco child injury attorneys take the time to fully understand the impact of the injury, today and into the future. We can work with doctors, therapists, and financial experts to estimate the true cost of your child’s recovery and pursue every dollar your family is owed.
You may be able to recover compensation for:
- Emergency room and hospital bills
- Ongoing medical treatment and therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Impact on education or development
If the insurance company tries to downplay your child’s injuries or delay your claim, we won’t back down. Our trial-ready team is fully prepared to take your case to court and fight for what’s fair.
Take the First Step Toward Justice – Call Now
If your child has been harmed because someone else failed to act responsibly, don’t wait to seek legal help. Time matters in these cases. At the Law Offices Of Vic Feazell, P.C., we know what it takes to hold negligent parties liable for your family’s losses, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Call our Waco office today at (254) 938-6885 or fill out our secure online form to schedule a free consultation. Let us help you fight for the care, compensation, and justice your child deserves.