If you or someone you care about has been harmed by a medical misdiagnosis in Austin, you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what to do next. Facing new health complications, medical bills, and unanswered questions often leaves people searching for guidance. At Howry Breen & Herman, LLP, we understand how a diagnosis mistake can impact your health, family life, and financial future.
We regularly see how missed or incorrect diagnoses at Austin hospitals and clinics create life-altering effects. Some clients spend months or even years without proper treatment. Others lose out on early intervention or experience emotional distress after trusting the medical system. If you are unsure whether a diagnosis error happened in your case, know that you are not alone—many people reach out just looking for answers and support.
We know the stakes are high. Our attorneys are ready to provide an honest assessment and outline your next steps. We strive to help you regain control, understand your rights, and pursue fair compensation. Your peace of mind starts with knowing your options and choosing the right path forward.
Pursuing legal action after a misdiagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with health struggles. Our team’s approach eases that burden so you can focus on healing. The first step is a detailed consultation, where we listen, answer questions, and help you organize your medical records for review. If we identify medical errors or negligence, we explain your rights and what a potential claim could look like for you.
Here is what you can expect when you work with us:
We connect you with trusted doctors for second opinions if you need one.
Our staff assists with records requests from facilities like St. David’s Medical Center or Seton Medical Center Austin.
If transportation becomes an issue, we help arrange rental solutions so your day-to-day doesn’t stall.
We keep you informed about your claim, so you always know what to expect next.
Every client’s situation is unique, but our commitment never changes. We handle the legal strategy and keep the process transparent, so you can focus on your recovery and family.
Proven Results for Clients Harmed by Misdiagnosis
Our primary goal is to achieve results for people affected by medical mistakes. At Howry Breen & Herman, LLP, we have secured verdicts and settlements bringing much-needed relief to families. Some results set new standards for justice and patient safety in Austin and Central Texas. These include multi-million dollar verdicts for misdiagnosed cancer and heart conditions, as well as recognition for trial victories influencing how local hospitals handle patient care.
Our attorneys’ record features a $15 million wrongful death judgment and other outcomes that have been recognized by leading legal organizations. We take pride in our reputation, but we measure success by the impact on our clients’ futures. Whether the harm took place in a well-known hospital or a smaller practice, we bring unmatched commitment and up-to-date trial science to each case.
Key reasons past clients chose Howry Breen & Herman, LLP:
Hundreds of millions recovered for personal injury and malpractice clients
Clear and supportive communication throughout each case
Local knowledge of Austin medical providers and legal institutions
Full preparation for trial, not just fast settlements
Let our experience and results help you seek justice after a diagnosis error.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my doctor’s mistake was a misdiagnosis?
A misdiagnosis usually means your healthcare provider failed to identify your condition when another reasonable provider likely would have. Our attorneys review your medical records and consult with local medical professionals as needed. If you received a different diagnosis later, your symptoms persisted despite treatment, or your condition worsened, it may indicate a misdiagnosis. We assess these elements against Texas medical standards and tell you if you may have a claim.
How long do medical misdiagnosis cases usually take in Austin?
Medical misdiagnosis cases can take several months or longer to resolve, depending on factors like case complexity, the number of parties involved, and court schedules in Travis County. Gathering evidence, working with experts, and possible negotiations may extend the process. We explain the steps and timeframes at your consultation and keep you updated throughout the case.
What should I bring to my initial consultation?
Bringing the right information can help us get started quickly. Please bring any medical records you have, a timeline of your symptoms and treatments, names and contact information for providers, and any related correspondence. If you do not have everything, we help collect needed documents from Austin hospitals and clinics, so you don’t have to worry.
Call Our Austin Medical Misdiagnosis Lawyers Today
After a medical misdiagnosis, it may feel like no one is advocating for you. Our attorneys in Austin are here to help you understand your options and take the next step towards recovery. We offer a free, confidential consultation where you can ask questions and get direct answers from experienced legal professionals.
There is no upfront cost and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our team guides you with personal attention from the first call, whether you need help with Austin hospitals, obtaining records, or planning the next stage for your family. We are committed to making this process easier for you.
Contact us today to discuss your medical misdiagnosis case with an Austin attorney at (512) 430-4844.
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The Austin Bar Association was founded in 1893 as a nonprofit professional organization for attorneys. Its mission is to enhance the legal profession, administration of justice, and the community through education, networking, and public service.
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Howry Breen & Herman, LLP was selected the Top Personal Injury Law Firm in Austin by Texas Lawyer, “Best of 2020”. The annual special supplement contains the results of Texas Lawyer readers’ poll, wherein readers cast their votes for the best providers of services and goods to the legal profession.
Attorney Sean Breen and Attorney Chris Lavorato placed in California’s Top 100 Settlements for 2019, as tracked by The Recorder and VerdictSearch.
Our law firm is proud to have been recognized in the Texas Verdicts Hall of Fame. Texas Lawyer in conjunction with VerdictSearch, recognize attorneys and law firms for their verdicts of $10 million or more. In 2011 Sean Breen was a Hall of Fame Award Recipient for the #1 Premises Liability Top Texas Verdict, awarded by Texas Lawyer, for the jury verdict award in the case VanDusen v. Aspen Square Management. In 2016 Sean Breen was inducted into the Texas Verdicts Hall of Fame, awarded by Texas Lawyer, for an outstanding verdict in Nester v. Textron.
Selection to America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® is by invitation only and is reserved to identity the nation’s most exceptional litigators for high-value personal injury, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, product liability, and medical malpractice matters. HBH is proud that Sean Breen has been selected for this award. Less than one-half percent (0.5%) of active attorneys in the United States will receive this honor — truly the most exclusive and elite level of attorneys in the community. (2017-2022)
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Lifetime Achievement selection to America’s Top 100 Attorneys® is by invitation only and is reserved to identify the nation’s most exceptional attorneys whose accomplishments and impact on the legal profession merit a Lifetime Achievement award. Selection is not achieved based on a single accomplishment or a single great year of success, but rather on a lifetime of hard work, ethical standards, and community enriching accomplishments that are inspiring among the legal profession. Both Sean Breen (since 2017) and Randy Howry (since 2018) are honored to receive this award.
America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators® is reserved to identify the nation’s most exceptional trial attorneys in high value, high stakes legal matters. To be considered for selection, an attorney must have litigated (for either plaintiff or defendant) a matter (1) with at least $2,000,000 in alleged damages at stake or (2) with the fate of a business worth at least $2,000,000 at stake. These minimum qualifications are required for initial consideration. Thereafter, candidates are carefully screened through comprehensive Qualitative Comparative Analysis based on a broad array of criteria, including the candidate’s professional experience, litigation experience, significant case results, representative high stakes matters, peer reputation, and community impact in order to rank the candidates throughout the state. HBH is privileged to honor Partners Sean Breen (2017- 2022) and Randy Howry 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2021 for selection of this award.
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America’s Premier High-Stakes Trial Lawyers®” – 7 Figure Litigators®, 8 Figure Litigators®, is meant to recognize the nation’s most respected and preeminent high-stakes trial lawyers based on their verifiable verdicts and/or settlements. It is a tremendous honor for Sean Breen (member since 2019) and Randy Howry (member since 2020) to be recognized among this elite group.
America’s Premier High-Stakes Trial Lawyers®” – 7 Figure Litigators®, 8 Figure Litigators®, is meant to recognize the nation’s most respected and preeminent high-stakes trial lawyers based on their verifiable verdicts and/or settlements. It is a tremendous honor for Sean Breen (member since 2019) and Randy Howry (member since 2020) to be recognized among this elite group.
The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100, a highly respected legal organization that limits its members to premier trial attorneys who demonstrate superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature and public profile measured by strict qualification requirements. Sean Breen Top 100 Civil Plaintiff, since 2009.
Top 10 Business Tort Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. Randy Howry 2012-2013; Sean Breen since 2016.
The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes the top 5% of the most skilled attorneys in the nation. The robust selection process requires attorneys to nominate and review fellow lawyers based on their ethics, skill, knowledge, and ability to obtain results for their clients. The Best Lawyers in America® list is a way for plaintiffs to identify the leading attorneys in their region, known for their ability to get results with honesty, strength, and skill. Tim Herman, Sean Breen & Randy Howry have been featured by The Best Lawyers in America® (consecutively from 2006-2023) running alongside some of the most qualified firms in the nation. More info here.
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Sean Breen has been recognized for obtaining the Number 1 Verdict in Texas for electrical injury and utility negligence. This win underscores his relentless commitment to achieving justice for his clients and showcases the firms dedication to exceptional advocacy.
Sean Breen was honored by TopVerdict.com for recovering one of the Top 50 Verdicts in Texas in 2017. This is an honorable distinction, reserved for those attorneys that achieve the highest settlements and verdicts in the state.
Sean Breen was honored by TopVerdict.com for recovering one of the Top 50 Verdicts in Texas in 2016. This is an honorable distinction, reserved for those attorneys that achieve the highest settlements and verdicts in the state.
Sean Breen has been a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum since 2011, a renowned legal organization whose membership is restricted to trial attorneys who have achieved seven-figured settlements and/or jury verdicts.
Martindale-Hubbell® is widely regarded as one of the most renowned peer-review rating organizations in the legal field. Randy Howry (2018), Sean Breen (2001), Tim Herman (1998), and Glen Wilkerson (2014) at Howry, Breen & Herman have achieved the organization’s highest distinction of AV Preeminent®.
Each year, Super Lawyers® magazine publishes its list of peer-nominated/evaluated and independently reviewed attorneys. We are proud to have attorneys who have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious Texas Super Lawyers® List, by Thomas Reuters since 2003, running through 2020.
Membership in Top American Lawyers is limited to only 1% of all attorneys in the United States. Randy Howry is proud to be honored with a Lifetime Charter Membership in this exclusive organization (2017).
Randy Howry was honored by Austin Monthly’s Top Attorneys in 2023.
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