Medical Malpractice Lawyers Speak at TTLA Conference

MedMalFirm.com Managing Partner Charles Brown attended the Texas Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA) Annual Conference and CLE in Austin, Texas on June 4, 2015. He presented on a three-person panel, along with other medical malpractice lawyers, at the Medical Malpractice Seminar to discuss capped cases in Texas.

The three-person panel consisted of Charles Brown of MedMalFirm.com in Houston, Beth Janicek of the Janicek Law Firm in San Antonio, and Glenn Cunningham of the Law Offices of Glenn W. Cunningham in San Antonio.

Following topics such as the Texas Arbitration Act, What is a Healthcare Provider, and other legal updates, Mr. Brown discussed the qualifications for a pursuable medical malpractice claim, in addition to damage models and information about expert reports and testimony.

Tort Reform swept the state in 2003 and it capped medical malpractice payouts and made it increasingly difficult for patients to pursue claims against healthcare providers and medical facilities. Medical malpractice lawyers have been working diligently to protect the rights of victims of medical negligence, as well as working toward analyzing, reviewing, and making changes at the legislative level.

Advice From Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Although medical malpractice cases in Texas are more difficult to pursue than they were prior to 2003, it does not mean that they are impossible. Patients have rights and it is important to discuss a potential medical negligence claim with an experienced attorney.

Certain requirements, expenses, and caps make these cases arduous to pursue. At the Medical Malpractice Seminar, Charles Brown stated:

“The most important way that these expenses [imposed by Tort Reform] affect things is damaging the opportunity to recover for the client.

If a medical professional or facility has failed to meet a certain standard of care they may be liable for acting negligently.

You may be wondering what steps you should take if you have been the victim of medical negligence. It is important that you keep track of the treatment that you received, list of medical providers for the last five (5) years, as well as document your current condition and any improvement or decline. If possible, also be sure to obtain a copy of your medical records, and take photographs of your injury and/or the facility.

The best way to find out what steps you can take to protect your health and legal rights is to contact the experienced medical malpractice lawyers at MedMalFirm.com today to discuss your potential case. We will provide you with a free case consultation and help you determine whether or not you may be able to pursue a claim. Call us at 877-887-4850 or fill out our online form to request your consultation.