Russell Reynolds Medical Malpractice Law Blog on Lawyers.com

Many who have been injured as a result substandard medical or health care are realizing that the only recourse they have is to file a complaint through the physician or nurse's State licensing agency. Since the 2003 "Tort Reform" in Texas, many types of medical malpractice claims have become unfeasible to pursue.  Primarily, the cost of pursuing case is more expensive than the potential recovery.  A complaint with the licensing agency does not provide any recovery or assistance for the injured.  However, a complaint with the licensing agency may provide the only means to address the continued needs for improvement in those areas discriminated against by the 2003 "Tort Reform." 

For physicians you can call 800-201-9353 or visit the Texas Board of Medical Examiners' website to print off or submit a complaint form at: http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/consumers/complain/placecomp.php.

For nurses, you can call 1-800-821-3205 or visit the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners' website at http://www.bne.state.tx.us/about/complaint.html.

Both agencies for physicians and nurses request that you review their statutory or codified rules of practice to identify how the provider fell below the standard of care.  However, in a civil case, expert review and opinion by another physician or nurse in the same subject area must be provided. 

Thank you for your interest.  If you would like to talk with a Dallas personal injury attorney about your options concerning a serious personal injury to you or a loved one as a result of medical malpractice or substandard medical or nursing care, you may reach me in Dallas at 214-891-6606, Rusty@hcmpc.com, or www.terryhyattlaw.com.

Thank you,

Russell (Rusty) Reynolds