Arlington, TX Child Injury Attorney

When your child is hurt, nothing else matters. You’re not just managing medical appointments, you’re watching your child suffer, feeling helpless, and wondering how you’ll ever make things right again. 

At Branch & Dhillon, our Arlington, TX child injury attorneys understand how devastating it is to watch your child endure pain that could have been prevented. These aren’t just cases to us. They’re families, futures, and lives we fight to protect.

If your child was injured in an accident caused by someone else’s careless actions, you may have the right to hold them accountable. A successful claim can help you afford medical care, compensate for emotional trauma, and provide long-term support for your child’s recovery. 

Your child deserves the best recovery possible, and we will fight relentlessly for it. Don’t spend another day wondering what the future holds. Call us today at (817) 533-3430 for a free consultation. We will review your case, answer your questions, and find the best path toward full and fair compensation for your child. 

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Why Child Injury Cases Deserve Immediate Legal Attention

Children are naturally vulnerable. They trust the adults around them to keep them safe—teachers, drivers, property owners, coaches, daycare workers, and more. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be life-altering.

Texas law allows parents or guardians to pursue compensation when a child is injured due to another party’s negligence. But these cases are often more complex than standard personal injury claims. They require a deep understanding of how child injuries are handled under Texas civil law, as well as careful consideration of long-term consequences such as future medical needs, educational disruption, and emotional trauma.

Our child injury lawyers move quickly to investigate what happened, identify who is legally responsible, and begin building a strong claim. We take every injury to a child seriously, and we’re relentless in holding negligent parties accountable.

Common Causes of Child Injuries in Arlington and Tarrant County

Every day in Texas, children are injured in ways that could have been avoided. Whether it happens on a playground, at school, on the road, or in a store, these accidents often share one thing in common: they were preventable.

Car accidents and pedestrian crashes

Traffic-related injuries are one of the leading causes of child trauma. Kids struck in crosswalks, hit while biking, or injured while riding in vehicles often suffer serious harm such as brain trauma, broken bones, and internal injuries. When a driver fails to yield, speeds through a school zone, or drives distracted, the results can be catastrophic.

Unsafe school environments

While public schools in Texas have limited liability due to sovereign immunity, they may still be held accountable under specific conditions, especially in cases involving gross negligence or school transportation incidents. If your child was hurt due to poorly maintained facilities, lack of supervision, or a school bus crash, it’s worth exploring your legal options.

Bicycle accidents involving children

Children often lack the physical awareness and experience to react quickly in traffic, making them especially susceptible to bicycle crashes. A driver who isn’t paying attention, fails to yield, or swerves into a bike lane can cause catastrophic injuries to a child on a bike. Even slow-speed collisions with children can result in long-term damage.

Falls and unsafe premises

Slippery floors, unguarded pools, broken playground equipment, or poor lighting can all lead to serious child injuries. Property owners, including daycare centers, stores, and apartment complexes, have a legal duty to keep their premises reasonably safe. If they fail to do so, they may be liable for your child’s injury.

Dog bites and animal attacks

Dog owners are responsible for controlling their animals. If a dog attacks a child unprovoked, especially in a public area or at someone’s home, the owner may be liable for the medical expenses, emotional harm, and lasting scars left behind.

Serious and Catastrophic Injuries Affecting Children

Not all injuries are visible at first. In fact, many children experience internal damage or delayed symptoms that only emerge over time. Some injuries may require long-term medical treatment, rehabilitation, or even result in permanent disabilities.

This is a list of serious injuries that typically form the basis of most child injury accident lawsuits. 

Head and brain injuries

A fall from playground equipment or a bicycle crash can cause concussions or traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), which may interfere with a child’s memory, behavior, or developmental progress.

Internal injuries

Organ damage, especially to the liver, spleen, or kidneys, is particularly dangerous in children. These injuries can occur during car crashes or blunt-force trauma incidents and may require emergency surgery to prevent long-term harm or death.

Spinal injuries and fractures

A spinal cord injury can lead to paralysis or ongoing neurological issues, while broken bones may affect growth plates and lead to long-term mobility challenges.

Burn injuries

Scalds from hot water, contact burns, or electrical injuries can cause severe pain, permanent disfigurement, and emotional trauma that lasts well into adulthood.

Emotional trauma

Even when the physical wounds heal, the psychological impact of a traumatic event can linger. Anxiety, fear, and post-traumatic stress can interrupt a child’s schooling, social development, and overall quality of life.

Who’s Legally Responsible for a Child’s Injury in Texas?

In Texas, liability for a child’s injury typically falls on the person or entity whose negligence caused the harm. This could be a distracted driver, a negligent property owner, a careless daycare worker, or someone else. When children are involved, courts also consider their age and ability to understand danger, which can strengthen a parent’s legal claim.

For example, a business owner who fails to fix a broken handrail or clean a wet floor could be liable if a child falls and suffers serious injuries. A motorist who drives through a red light and hits a child in a crosswalk can be held accountable. These cases often hinge on whether the responsible party failed to take reasonable precautions to keep children safe.

At Branch & Dhillon, we know how to dig deep into the facts of your case, uncover violations of safety rules, and demand answers from those at fault. We act quickly to preserve evidence, speak to witnesses, and make sure your family has a strong legal advocate from the very beginning.

Compensation for Child Injuries in Texas

A successful child injury claim can help your family recover financially and support your child’s healing process. Compensation is intended to address both economic losses and emotional consequences tied to the injury.

Damages may include:

• Medical expenses: Emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgeries, rehabilitation, therapy, and future medical care
• Pain and suffering: The physical and emotional pain your child has endured
• Disfigurement or disability: Compensation for permanent injuries or visible scarring
• Loss of normal life: If your child’s ability to enjoy life or participate in activities has been taken away
• Emotional distress: Particularly in cases involving PTSD, anxiety, or depression
• Loss of earning capacity: If the injury could impact your child’s future ability to work

In the unimaginable event that a child’s injuries result in death, parents may have the right to pursue compensation for the profound emotional and financial impact of their loss, including funeral costs, loss of companionship, and the long-term effects of a future forever changed.

We know that no amount of money can undo the harm done. But financial support can help ease the burden, get your child the care they need, and hold the at-fault party responsible for their actions.

Can You Sue a School for a Child’s Injury?

Public schools in Texas are typically protected under sovereign immunity, meaning they can’t be sued under normal circumstances. However, there are exceptions. If your child was injured due to a school employee’s gross negligence, or if the injury involved a motor vehicle, such as a school bus accident, a claim may be allowed under Texas law.

Other situations, like poor supervision during recess, unsafe equipment, or violent bullying, require a careful legal review to determine if an exception applies. At Branch & Dhillon, we can evaluate your case and explain whether the school may be liable. Even if the school is immune, other parties such as bus contractors or private facility owners may share responsibility.

Why Choose Branch & Dhillon for Your Child Injury Case?

When your child is injured, you need a law firm that doesn’t just fight hard, but fights for the right reasons. At Branch & Dhillon, we’ve spent years representing families across Arlington and the DFW metroplex. We’ve seen the heartbreak, stress, and disruption child injuries can cause, and we’ve built our practice around helping parents protect their children’s futures.

We fight aggressively for families in Texas

Insurance companies often try to shift blame or offer quick, inadequate settlements. We don’t tolerate those tactics. We stand firm against large corporations and negligent parties, preparing every case for trial to pursue the full compensation your child needs.

We provide compassionate, client-first service

You won’t be shuffled around or left in the dark. When you hire us, we stay personally involved in your case. We take the time to answer your questions, explain your options, and guide you every step of the way. We treat your child’s case with the same care we’d want for our own families.

You pay nothing unless we win

Legal fees shouldn’t be a barrier to justice. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis. You owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you. We also offer free consultations so you can get answers without risk or obligation.

We know the local courts, laws, and communities

As a firm based in Arlington and serving all of Tarrant County, we understand the local legal landscape. We know the roads where accidents happen, the school systems involved in injury cases, and the insurance providers that handle claims in this area. Our local knowledge gives your case a real advantage.

FAQs About Child Injury Cases in Texas

What if my child was partly at fault for the accident?

In Texas, children under a certain age (typically under 5–7 years old) cannot be considered negligent. For older children, courts consider their age and ability to understand the risk. If partial fault is assigned, your compensation may be reduced, but you can still recover if someone else was primarily responsible.

How long do I have to file a child injury claim in Texas?

Generally, the statute of limitations for personal injury in Texas is two years. However, when the injured person is a minor, the clock may be extended until they reach the age of 18. In such cases, however, parents can still pursue compensation for costs they incurred, such as their child’s medical expenses. Whatever the case may be, it’s best to act immediately while evidence is fresh and witnesses are available.

What happens to the money if we win the case?

In most cases, a portion of the settlement is placed into a court-approved trust or structured settlement for your child’s benefit. This ensures the funds are protected and available for medical needs, education, or future living expenses.

Can I file a claim if the injury happened at daycare?

Yes. If a daycare failed to supervise your child, ignored safety rules, or allowed dangerous conditions, they may be liable. Licensing violations, poor staff training, or understaffing may also support a strong legal claim.

Does my child have to testify or go to court?

In most cases, no. Many child injury cases settle before trial. If your case does go to court, we take every step to protect your child’s emotional well-being and minimize their involvement in the process.

Call an Arlington, TX Child Injury Attorney Who Will Fight for Your Family

When your child gets hurt because someone else wasn’t paying attention or failed to take responsibility, your emotions may swing wildly from frustration to anger to heartbreak and despair. You deserve more than apologies or empty promises. You deserve answers, accountability, and a law firm that will go the distance for your child.

At Branch & Dhillon, our experienced personal injury attorneys in Arlington, TX, treat every case like it’s personal. After working with injured families for years, we’ve learned just how personal these cases are. We’ve seen firsthand the pain, fear, and financial strain parents carry. That changes you. We recognize that our own families are reflected in our clients, and that drives us to fight for every one of them as if they were our own loved ones.

Call us today at (817) 533-3430 or contact us online to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.

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