TORT REFORM AND DAMAGE CAPS haven’t stopped doctors and hospitals from committing malpractice…and that means we won’t stop fighting for the victims of Texas.

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, hospital employee, dentist or other medical worker acts in a negligent manner when treating a medical condition.  Medical malpractice can occur through a health care provider’s action or inaction.  Some examples include:

• Failing to diagnose or treat a medical condition such as internal bleeding;
• Failing to read an x-ray correctly;
• Failing to monitor a patient during or after a surgery;
• Performing an incorrect medical procedure (operating at the wrong level on your back or cutting off the wrong leg)

Medical malpractice cases are complex, time consuming and expensive to pursue.  We do all that is possible to protect your interests, but we believe that people should enter into a medical malpractice lawsuit with the realization of the challenges that are involved.

Tort reform and damage caps in Texas have created significant obstacles to serious victims of medical malpractice.  Doctors, hospitals and insurance companies are often willing to refuse to admit their mistakes, even where blatant, and vigorously fight the charges. This can result in the unwillingness of experts to testify in cases where they live in the same community as the physician charged with malpractice.  The lawyers at Thomas & Wan have an extensive network of expert doctors and consultants across the nation.  Our experts review potential cases quickly and efficiently.

TOP FIVE TIPS FOR AVOIDING MEDICAL MALPRACTICE INJURIES: 

95,000 people are killed every year because of the negligence of doctors and hospitals.  400,000 are victims of negligence and misdiagnosis every year.  Although it is difficult to avoid every medical mistake, here are some tips when choosing a doctor:

1. Choose a caring, competent doctor.  Follow your instinct.  If the doctor doesn’t answer your questions or if something doesn’t seem right, dig a little further.  Go to the internet and check with the Texas Medical Board to see if there have been complaints made against him or her.  You can also review local court records to see if he or she has been sued for malpractice.

2. Bring someone you trust – a friend, family member to help you through this difficult decision.  They can help you understand the issues and ask questions that you may not have thought to ask.

3. Follow your doctor’s instructions.  Unless you have reason to believe your doctor is not properly treating you, follow your doctor’s instructions when it comes to medication, diet and exercise. 

4. Have a follow-up examination.  After any treatment, visit your doctor again to make sure that you are on the road to recovery.  This is especially important after any operations – if you report a problem early, it is much easier to treat it early on than when it becomes a problem.

5. Get a second opinion.  Doctors have different outlooks on treatment.  If it is a non-emergency surgery, find out what another doctor has to say about it. 

The bottom line is, talk to your doctor and ask questions.  Take responsibility for your health.  If you are uninvolved, you will be more at risk for mistakes or mistreatments.

At Thomas & Wan, we are happy to take on negligent health care providers and their insurers.  Our motto is efficiency and pressure: efficient review of the case and constant pressure on defendants for settlement and early trial settings.  We work with an expert staff of nurses, doctors and dentists to get records reviewed quickly.  Defense lawyers often complain about the amount of discovery and motions we file.  We take it as a compliment.

If you or your family members have suffered from medical malpractice, please contact us today to protect your interests.

CALL AND SPEAK WITH LINDA LAURENT THOMAS OR MICHELLE WAN TODAY at 713-529-1177.

With over 25 years of experience, the lawyers of Thomas & Wan have the knowledge and commitment to helping you and your family. We understand the serious physical, emotional and financial difficulties faced by injured people and their families.

Attorneys represent clients across the nation.  Attorneys are licensed in the state of Texas unless otherwise indicated. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Thomas & Wan's primary office is located in Houston.

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