http://www.painterfirm.comPainter Law Firm is based in Houston, Texas.http://www.painterfirm.com.comhttp://www.painterfirm.com/images/rss_image.gif11/15/2024 9:22:29 AM14223http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3613/Texas-Mesenteric-Ischemia-Malpractice-When-Negligence-Has-a-PriceLegal recourse for mesenteric ischemia malpractice victims in Texas.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3612/Texas-Stroke-Medical-Malpractice-When-to-Call-a-LawyerStroke victims face legal challenges due to Texas tort reform.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3611/Two-Frequent-Types-of-Heart-Medical-Negligence-that-Lawyers-EncounterThe lethal consequences of misdiagnosing heart attacks and how to avoid them.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3610/Unveiling-White-Rock-Hospitals-1Star-Medicare-RatingUncovering the hidden challenges faced by patients at White Rock Hospital.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3609/Sickle-Cell-Crisis-Neglected-Symptoms-Cost-African-American-Mans-LifeSickle cell disease is a serious illness that mainly affects people of African descent. It’s also commonly misdiagnosed and mistreated.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3599/Unveiling-the-devastating-impact-of-chorioamnionitis-on-newbornsThe dangerous effects of maternal infection and delayed treatment on babies' health and well-being are striking.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3598/A-Nightmare-Unleashed-The-Shocking-Reality-of-Medical-Identity-MixupsUnveiling the terrifying consequences of patient misidentification and what you can do about it.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3597/Dr-Death-Aftermath-Texas-Prioritizes-Patient-TransparencyExploring the disparity in medical care transparency and its impact on patient safety amidst concealed physician incompetence and secretive hospital investigations.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3596/Is-gastric-leak-negligence-a-significant-concern-in-postoperative-careBariatric surgery complications and negligence, specifically gastric leaks, can result in severe injuries and permanent damage, highlighting the importance of thorough post-operative care and the need for legal recourse.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3595/Patient-safety-in-America-is-in-bad-shapeA 2017 study found that medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death, accounting for some 250,000 avoidable deaths each year.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3594/Data-show-a-big-difference-between-hospital-and-office-anesthesia-safetyFrom a medical malpractice perspective, how can patients ensure they are receiving safe and effective anesthesia care outside of a hospital setting?http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3593/Can-bariatric-surgery-errors-cause-inability-to-keep-food-downImportant questions to ask before considering bariatric weight loss surgery from an attorney's perspective.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3592/How-to-prove-a-DVTpulmonary-embolism-medical-malpractice-case-in-TexasThe story of Cody: A medical malpractice case of a DVT patient who died of pulmonary embolism.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3591/Fever-during-labor-and-delivery-as-a-cause-of-brain-injuryMaternal fever can cause hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy birth injuryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3590/The-importance-of-preoperative-medical-evaluation-Lessons-from-medical-malpractice-casesRecent study calls into question value of medical clearancehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3589/Sickle-cell-disease-Diagnosis-treatment-and-medical-malpracticeSickle cell patients are sometimes misdiagnosed, accused of seeking pain medshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3588/Understanding-advanced-practice-nurses-and-their-scope-of-practice-and-accountability-in-TexasMedical malpractice claims against nurse practitioners are on the risehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3587/Medical-malpractice-in-foot-and-ankle-surgery-Comparing-podiatrists-and-orthopedic-surgeonsMinimizing medical negligence risk is a key to patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3586/Hospitals-are-responsible-for-poor-communication-of-critical-values-by-their-labsCritical lab values may reveal a life-threatening conditionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3585/Could-AI-help-prevent-hyponatremia-sodium-complications-after-surgerySIADH and hyponatremia are known post-surgical complications, but are often mismanagedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3584/Texas-Supreme-Court-reviewing-medical-malpractice-statute-of-limitationsLower courts have applied tolling provision inconsistentlyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3583/Mom-dies-after-childbirth-hospital-under-investigationWhat you should know about maternal mortalityhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3582/Obstetric-anesthesia-pain-relief-and-medical-malpracticeAnesthesiologists and nurses anesthetists provide labor and deliver anesthesia carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3581/Respiratory-therapists-notes-shed-light-on-why-emergency-room-patient-crashedLaboratory data provided objective evidence in medical malpractice casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3580/Texas-hospital-hit-with-40M-verdict-for-allowing-physician-with-license-on-probation-to-work-at-hospitalPlaintiff contended hospital bylaw violation led to serious injuryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3579/Lawsuit-alleges-Houston-oral-surgeon-caused-nerve-injury-when-pulling-wisdom-toothLingual nerve injury left patient with numb tongue, loss of tastehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3578/Jury-awards-11-million-to-man-who-lost-leg-because-of-a-botched-IV-lineIV infiltration or extravasation can cause serious injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3577/Lessons-learned-from-dental-malpractice-cases-Risks-and-precautions-when-having-wisdom-teeth-pulledPeople over 25 years old have higher risk, require extra precautionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3576/Registered-nurse-criminally-charged-alleged-to-have-amputated-patients-foot-without-order-or-consentTreatments and surgeries require both an order and consenthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3575/How-Texas-medical-malpractice-plaintiffs-are-paid-for-future-medical-expenses-after-winning-at-trialTexas Supreme Court provides further guidance on how tort reform periodic payment law applieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3574/The-secrets-of-resolving-Texas-emergency-room-medical-malpractice-casesA special higher standard of proof applies to Texas ER casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3573/Can-hospitals-run-ERs-without-emergency-physiciansPrivate equity firms are buying up emergency medicine practice groups, making changes that may surprise youhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3572/Neonatal-seizures-hypoxicischemic-encephalopathy-HIE-and-medical-malpracticeSeizures are often the first sign of a brain disorder in a newbornhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3571/The-role-of-Apgar-scores-in-birth-injury-and-medical-malpractice-casesAbnormal Apgar scores can be a sign of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3570/The-role-of-cord-blood-gases-in-birth-injury-and-medical-malpractice-casesAbnormal acidotic cord blood gases can be a sign of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)http://www.painterfirm.com/a/3569/Texas-medical-spa-supervision-and-medical-malpracticeMed spas have varying degrees of physician supervisionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3568/The-role-of-an-autopsy-in-Texas-wrongful-death-medical-malpractice-casesIn some hospital death cases, an autopsy is mandatoryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3567/Proving-a-Texas-ER-medical-malpractice-caseSome cases are impossible, others require creative sources of evidencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3566/Texas-doctors-cant-blame-hospital-policies-for-lack-of-proper-medical-careAustin Court of Appeals rules against emergency physician in rattlesnake bite medical malpractice casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3565/HCA-Houston-Healthcare-Pearland-gets-1star-Medicare-rating-for-2022Only Houston hospital, and one of three in Texas to get dubious distinctionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3564/HCA-Houston-Healthcare-Northwest-is-now-a-comprehensive-stroke-centerComprehensive stroke center are held to the highest standard of care for all strokes typeshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3563/Is-your-doctor-really-a-doctor-Is-your-nurse-really-a-nurseU.S. Attorney indicts several people for selling fake academic credentialshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3562/Sometimes-a-postoperative-infection-involves-medical-malpracticeIn most cases, timing of diagnosis and treatment is the keyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3561/Surveillance-video-evidence-in-medical-malpractice-casesPlaintiffs have to act fast before videos are deleted or recorded overhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3560/One-states-investigation-finds-CVS-errors-in-20-of-prescriptionsPharmacist counseling is a safety net available to patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3559/The-potential-role-of-race-in-stroke-care-for-Black-patientsAfrican Americas have a higher risk of stroke, but are given tPA medical therapy less oftenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3558/Medication-mixup-causes-death-of-shoulder-surgery-patientUnlabeled syringes and medications endanger patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3557/Jury-awards-18-million-verdict-against-nurse-practitioner-in-breast-cancer-misdiagnosis-caseWoman in her 20s complained of lump, but nurse practitioner didn't order diagnostic imaginghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3556/Questions-to-ask-on-whether-ambulatory-surgery-center-is-appropriate-for-a-patientAnesthesia evaluation has a major role in patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3555/New-study-highlights-the-risks-of-hospital-careMany adverse events happen and many of those are avoidablehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3554/Chest-pain-angina-heart-attack-diagnosis-and-medical-malpracticePrompt diagnosis, testing, monitoring, and intervention are importanthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3553/Understanding-how-damages-caps-work-in-Texas-medical-malpractice-casesSome caps apply to all damages, others don'thttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3552/FAQ-When-does-a-medical-mistake-amount-to-medical-malpractice-in-TexasIt takes more than a mistake to amount to medical negligencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3551/How-the-discovery-rule-works-for-Texas-medical-malpractice-casesAllows extension of the statute of limitations in some circumstanceshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3549/3-reasons-you-may-not-want-to-wait-and-see-what-happens-after-a-surgical-complicationTime may heal, but it may also take options off the tablehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3548/Texas-medical-malpractice-expert-reports-Almost-right-isnt-good-enoughExperienced medical malpractice attorneys know the demands of strict Texas lawshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3547/Dallas-10-million-verdict-shows-that-Texas-tort-reform-didnt-make-all-emergency-room-cases-impossibleWoman in her 70s left paraplegichttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3546/LASIK-eye-surgery-risks-and-medical-malpracticeFDA considers new written warning requirement for LASIK patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3545/Federal-inspectors-find-multiple-facilities-with-no-nurses-on-site-for-extending-periods-of-timeWhen hospitals and nursing homes have poor levels of nurse staffing, it needlessly endangers patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3544/Wrongful-death-medical-malpractice-claims-are-different-in-TexasWho's eligible to file the lawsuit and two different caps are among the special considerationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3543/How-to-pick-the-right-Texas-attorney-for-your-HIE-or-birth-injury-medical-malpractice-caseMany Texas personal injury lawyers lack medical malpractice experiencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3542/Texas-Supreme-Court-addresses-how-medical-malpractice-future-health-care-expenses-are-paidTrial courts can order lump sum or periodic payments based on evidencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3541/Small-bowel-obstruction-medical-malpractice-in-TexasA total obstruction can be a medical emergencyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3540/Uterine-rupture-diagnosis-and-medical-malpracticeA ruptured uterus can cause death of the mother and fetushttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3539/Respiratory-distress-risks-and-medical-malpracticeThere's limited time for intervention before the body wears outhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3538/Untreated-jaundice-in-a-baby-can-cause-a-permanent-brain-injuryKernicterus is brain damage caused by high blood bilirubin levelshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3536/Emergency-room-boarding-threatens-patient-safetyBoarders are in a dangerous limbohttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3535/Spinal-epidural-abscess-misdiagnosis-causes-paralysisSpinal epidural abscesses can cause dangerous spinal cord compressionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3530/Crisis-center-ignores-signs-of-toxic-lithium-levels-cause-brain-damage-in-patientWith prompt diagnosis and treatment, lithium toxicity is usually reversiblehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3529/Pitocin-causes-excessive-contractions-brain-injury-in-babyLabor and delivery nurses keep doctor in the dark about concerning signs and findingshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3528/Texas-jury-awards-21-million-over-nurse-anesthetist-CRNA-operating-room-care-that-left-27yearold-man-with-brain-injuryPlaintiff alleged that patient wasn't given a choice between CRNA and anesthesiologist physicianhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3527/Lawsuit-alleged-CRNA-caused-botched-esophageal-intubation-patient-deathNurse anesthetist testified he had not performed an intubation in five yearshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3526/ER-nurses-escorted-out-of-hospital-after-raising-understaffing-patient-safety-concernsNursing advocacy requires placing patient safety firsthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3525/The-nurses-role-in-medication-safetyIt takes more than administering a drug once it's orderedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3524/Houston-Methodist-charges-almost-double-for-a-surgery-than-the-cost-at-a-nearby-academic-hospitalRegardless of cost to patients, the standard of care is the samehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3523/Why-hospitals-keep-physicians-and-providers-with-lots-of-bad-outcomesTwo factors may incentivize retention over patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3522/Gabapentin-linked-to-overdose-deaths-medical-malpracticePrescribers must provide proper medication, proper dose, and proper monitoringhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3521/How-EMTs-select-a-hospital-ER-for-a-patient-and-when-hospitals-can-turn-them-awayThe closest ER isn't always the best or safest choicehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3520/Whats-the-difference-between-a-physician-and-a-providerMaking sense of the alphabet soup of degreeshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3519/The-most-common-avoidable-errors-in-claims-against-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetists-CRNAsAmerican Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) Journal published closed claims studyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3517/Texas-ER-botches-diagnosis-of-mans-posterior-circulation-strokeThese strokes have different signs and symptoms and are commonly misdiagnosedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3516/ER-nurse-practitioner-discharges-patient-with-undiagnosed-spinal-epidural-abscessThis type of abscess is dangerous and potentially lethal with delayed diagnosis and treatmenthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3515/Ativan-and-opioids-are-a-risky-duoAtivan manufacturer warns that the combination can cause respiratory arresthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3514/Missing-mistaken-and-manufactured-medical-recordsComplete, accurate medical records are important in both health care and medical malpractice claimshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3513/Lawsuit-alleges-Walgreens-pharmacist-gave-man-wrong-prescription-drugLearn four easy tips to improve your medication safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3512/What-you-should-know-about-traumatic-subdural-hematomasTimely diagnosis and treatment is criticalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3511/Hospitalized-patients-are-particularly-at-risk-during-this-time-periodDoctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses all need good hand-off communicationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3510/4-questions-you-can-ask-to-help-avoid-anesthesia-malpractice-in-dental-officesHouston jury awarded huge verdict to plaintiffs in pediatric casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3509/Houston-hospital-discharges-man-with-postoperative-internal-bleedingInternal bleeding can lead to infection and sepsishttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3508/NFL-stars-lung-puncture-medical-malpractice-claim-headed-to-trialUndiagnosed lung puncture or pneumothorax can lead to serious problemshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3507/Texas-Medical-Board-suspends-Dallas-anesthesiologist-for-allegedly-tampering-with-IV-bagsPatient complications and death are linked to alleged criminal activityhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3506/Hospital-falls-increased-by-this-percentage-in-one-yearEvery patient deserves an individualized fall risk evaluationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3505/Texas-man-dies-in-hospital-of-NSTEMI-heart-attack-cardiac-cath-scheduled-for-next-dayNursing staff didn't keep cardiologist in the loop of patient's downturnhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3503/The-littleknown-time-period-in-emergency-rooms-thats-particularly-risky-for-some-patientsTransitions in care provide opportunities to drop the ballhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3504/The-littleknown-time-period-in-emergency-rooms-thats-particularly-risky-for-some-patientsTransitions in care provide opportunities to drop the ballhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3502/Whats-the-Texas-statute-of-limitations-for-medical-malpractice-claimsTime is of the essence to preserve a medical negligence claimhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3501/Are-hospital-and-nursing-home-bedsores-and-pressure-injuries-avoidableExperts contend that the best treatment is preventionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3500/When-you-should-consider-getting-a-medical-or-surgical-second-opinionHigh-pressure tactics should raise a red flaghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3499/When-nurses-override-medication-warnings-it-places-patients-at-a-higher-riskHospital pharmacies are responsible for clearing medication ordershttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3496/Patient-dies-from-nursing-home-fall-despite-documented-high-riskPhysician and nursing care should be patient-led rather than clicking boxes on a screenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3495/How-patients-can-overcome-healthcare-biasLike everyone else, physicians, nurses, and other providers can be misguided by implicit biaseshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3494/Man-in-30s-sent-home-from-ER-by-nurse-practitioner-dies-of-pulmonary-embolismPulmonary embolism blocks a blood vessel to one or both lungshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3493/Surgeon-nurses-miss-signs-of-cauda-equina-syndromeYoung man is left with permanent impairmentshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3492/Texas-health-care-informed-consent-is-more-than-a-rubber-stamp-processInformed consent is a physician responsibilityhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3490/Woman-in-her-20s-has-stroke-brain-injury-after-chiropractic-neck-manipulationStudy finds 1 in 20,000 neck manipulations by chiropractors causes vertebral artery aneurysm or dissectionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3491/Woman-in-her-20s-has-stroke-brain-injury-after-chiropractic-neck-manipulationStudy finds 1 in 20,000 neck manipulations by chiropractors causes vertebral artery aneurysm or dissectionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3489/How-a-single-nurse-in-an-emergency-room-can-doom-a-patients-healthRobert Painter explains how triage nurses can put patients on the wrong track in ED Management, a publication for emergency medicine malpractice preventionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3488/What-happens-when-nurses-wont-speak-up-and-advocate-for-patientsNursing advocacy is essential to patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3487/Study-identifies-gap-in-care-after-emergency-room-dischargeLearn what doctors, nurses, and patients can do to mind the gaphttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3486/What-to-do-when-hospital-discharge-instructions-dont-make-senseResearch shows questionable diagnoses impact women of color more often than othershttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3485/Houston-ER-doctor-discharges-trauma-patient-with-spinal-cord-injuryEMS recognized spinal cord risk, ER didn't work it uphttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3484/How-to-avoid-unnecessary-spine-surgeryTens of thousands of spine surgeries that patients don't need are done every yearhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3483/Study-Some-rates-of-hospital-harms-are-improving-others-arentAdverse events continue to occur in Texas hospitalshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3482/Can-chiropractic-adjustment-cause-a-brachial-plexus-nerve-injuryMan developed neurologic injuries after chiropractic treatment on neckhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3481/1-question-to-ask-before-your-CT-or-MRI-scanLearn what scans have potentially immediate riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3480/Why-does-Texas-rank-at-the-bottom-of-medical-and-health-careIn survey after survey, the normally competitive Lone Star State comes up shorthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3479/Dentist-breaks-patients-jaw-while-pulling-wisdom-toothPatient also left with permanent mouth and tongue numbness from nerve damagehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3478/Professional-tennis-player-former-Olympian-dies-of-sepsisJury gives wife $3 million verdict in medical malpractice casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3477/6-questions-a-health-lawyer-asks-before-surgeryAn insider's guide to minimizing the risk of medical malpracticehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3476/175-million-to-plaintiffs-in-femoral-nerve-malpractice-caseSurgeon allegedly damaged femoral nerve during surgery to remove hernia meshhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3475/Plastic-surgery-complication-kills-country-music-singers-wifeHank Williams, Jr.'s wife died from a pneumothorax caused caused by surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3474/Man-falls-off-operating-room-table-at-Methodist-The-WoodlandsMedical malpractice lawsuit claims patient developed concussion, traumatic brain injuryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3473/4-million-for-pregnant-mom-who-died-after-CSectionPreeclampsia is a potentially life-threatening condition of pregnancyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3472/Man-ends-up-with-anoxic-brain-injury-after-facet-injections-to-relief-lumbar-back-painLawsuit alleges excessive anesthesia was used with inadequate monitoringhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3471/Lawsuit-Highfallrisk-patient-at-The-Medical-Resort-at-Willowbrook-falls-5-timesWoman experienced broken bones and head traumahttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3470/When-they-get-it-wrong-at-the-hospital-2-things-you-can-do-to-push-back-on-a-potentially-bogus-diagnosisPatients are sometimes discharged with the same problems that brought them to the emergency roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3469/1-thing-you-should-know-about-persistent-vomiting-after-bariatric-weight-loss-surgeryNeurologic injuries are a rare, but real, riskhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3468/Chiropractic-neck-manipulation-causes-stroke-heart-attack-and-paralysis-in-woman-in-her-20sSudden high-speed force of neck manipulation can rip open cervical arterieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3467/Peerreviewed-study-510-of-patients-develop-neurologic-injuries-after-bariatric-surgeryWeight loss surgeries help many patients achieve a healthy lifestyle, but good follow-up care is a musthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3466/Texan-rejected-by-lawyers-after-poor-ER-care-we-took-his-case-and-got-him-a-1-million-settlementThere's a misconception that Texas tort reform shuts down all ER claimshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3465/Painter-Law-Firm-secures-1700000-settlement-in-bariatric-weight-loss-surgery-medical-malpractice-claimIt took six months from hiring the firm to final settlementhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3464/Complications-that-pay-out-up-to-10-million-in-bariatric-weight-loss-surgeriesDeath is the number 1 bariatric complication leading to a medical malpractice claimhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3463/Average-payouts-exceed-1-million-for-the-most-common-complication-of-bariatric-weight-loss-surgery4 signs of complications to look forhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3462/The-2-questions-to-ask-before-being-discharged-from-the-emergency-roomMake sure you're treated as an individual rather than a numberhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3461/4-pressing-things-to-know-about-emergency-room-care-in-TexasNot all ERs are the same, and every patient should know these 4 thingshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3457/What-type-of-followup-care-will-my-bariatric-weight-loss-surgeon-use-Is-it-safeImportant factors for patients and their surgeons to keep in mindhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3456/The-3-most-common-problems-a-lawyer-hears-from-people-who-had-bariatric-weight-loss-surgeryPre-operative and follow-up surgical care are critically importanthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3455/1-question-to-ask-your-surgeon-before-your-bariatric-weight-loss-surgeryNot all weight loss surgeries are right for every patienthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3454/Oral-cancer-misdiagnosis-and-dental-malpracticeThis form of cancer is usually successfully treatable when timely diagnosedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3453/Obstetrician-hospitalist-other-physicians-fail-to-diagnose-damaged-ureter-internal-urine-leak-after-hysterectomyWoman faced 50+ day hospitalization because of unrecognized complicationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3452/Delay-in-stroke-treatment-can-cause-speech-problems-aphasiaCommunication difficulty can often be reversed with prompt diagnosis and carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3451/Failure-to-intervene-allegations-top-labor-and-delivery-medical-malpractice-claimsObstetricians, registered nurses have key roles in perinatal patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3450/Federal-law-bans-hospital-emergency-rooms-from-dumping-patients-in-active-labor-or-with-emergency-medical-conditionsAfter COVID, some hospitals seem to ignore EMTALA requirementshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3449/Not-listening-to-the-patient-other-shortcuts-lead-to-stroke-misdiagnosisIn the United States, strokes in 18 to 45 year olds are on the risehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3448/Neurosurgeons-face-class-action-lawsuit-alleging-unnecessary-spine-surgeriesLiability for unneeded surgeries can be broadhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3446/Houston-Court-of-Appeals-rules-against-hospitalist-physician-in-Houston-Methodist-Hospital-fall-caseHospitalists must give appropriate fall prevention orders and instructions to nurseshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3445/Bariatric-surgery-thiamine-deficiency-and-medical-malpracticeInadequate Vitamin B1 can cause Wernicke's encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndromehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3444/Chiropractic-neck-manipulation-and-medical-malpracticeVertebral artery dissection, stroke, and death are risks of chiropractic cervical spine manipulationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3443/Posterior-circulation-stroke-misdiagnosis-and-medical-malpracticeAround 165,000 stroke diagnoses are missed each year in American emergency roomshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3442/Res-ipsa-loquitur-in-Texas-medical-malpractice-casesPlaintiffs still must comply with tort reform notice and expert report requirementshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3441/Jury-holds-orthopedic-surgery-group-accountable-in-compartment-syndrome-caseYoung adult patient had surgery for broken leg, was discharged despite signs of compartment syndromehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3440/Texas-trauma-surgeons-lose-at-trial-with-the-quotblame-the-patientquot-defenseJury sided with plaintiff who alleged trauma surgeons didn't order antibiotics despite contaminated deep laceration from hand to shoulderhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3439/Lubbock-heart-hospital-loses-appeal-in-medical-malpractice-expert-report-challengeHospital failed to file an objection to plaintiff's amended expert reporthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3438/Adhesions-increase-the-risk-of-abdominal-or-pelvic-surgeryExperts advise surgeons to convert from laparoscopic to open surgery when encountering severe adhesionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3437/Bariatric-surgery-malpractice-can-leave-patients-with-permanent-colostomyPost-operative care is crucial to diagnose and correct surgical complicationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3436/Texas-Supreme-Court-sides-with-plaintiffs-in-important-birth-injury-medical-malpractice-caseLawsuit alleges negligence by hospital, labor and delivery nurse, and obstetricianhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3435/Hospital-laboratory-errors-can-cause-patient-injuries-and-even-deathSome hospitals are automating laboratory analysishttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3434/Jury-awards-12-million-in-esophageal-intubation-caseSurgical patient was left with a permanent brain injury requiring round-the-clock carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3433/Jury-awards-275-million-verdict-against-oral-surgeon-in-dentalmedical-malpractice-caseOral surgeon was consulted for wisdom tooth extraction, damaged blood vessels during related procedurehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3431/Postoperative-infections-sepsis-can-trigger-a-strokeUnrecognized bowel perforations during abdominal surgery can lead to deadly complications when not timely diagnosed and surgically repairedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3430/Texas-Supreme-Court-defines-how-medical-malpractice-defendants-must-pay-future-health-care-expensesOpinion interprets tort reform statute requirement for periodic payments over time, rather than lump sum payment, if requested by any partyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3429/See-what-the-El-Paso-Court-of-Appeals-has-to-say-about-an-OBGYN-surgeon-not-doing-a-surgery-he-charged-for-leaving-the-patient-in-the-darkWrongful birth cases have been frowned on by Texas courts, but the court's opinion takes a different approachhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3428/Jury-awards-8-million-verdict-against-Texas-Health-Harris-Methodist-Hospital-Southwest-Fort-Worth-and-anesthesiologist-in-brain-damage-caseThe plaintiff's medical expert argued that the hospital should have policies to prevent anesthetic medication errorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3427/Patient-reassessment-is-a-key-physician-and-nursing-responsibilityEstablishing a baseline and looking for changes is a part of good health carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3426/The-value-of-patient-photos-in-health-carePhotos can often tell a story better than wordshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3424/How-long-to-Texas-parents-have-to-file-a-birth-injury-or-medical-malpractice-claim-for-a-childThe confusing law tricks many people to wait until it's too latehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3423/These-are-the-top-10-hospital-mistakes-that-are-never-supposed-to-happen-but-still-doPatient falls top the listhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3422/Outpatient-imaging-centers-and-the-increased-risk-of-brain-injury-or-deathLacking preparation for cardiac or respiratory arrest emergencies after giving CT or MRI contrast to patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3421/Memory-care-facility-asks-Texas-Supreme-Court-to-declare-a-dog-bite-claim-protected-by-medical-malpractice-tort-reform-lawAfter losing at the trial court and Houston court of appeals, Alzheimer's care facility takes one last bite at the tort reform applehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3420/The-providers-and-risks-of-dental-anesthesia-and-sedationVery young children have the highest risks with anesthesia in dental office settingshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3419/Study-links-surgeons-physicians-providers-not-listening-to-patients-to-diagnostic-errorsCognitive bias and communications errors are dangeroushttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3418/Laparoscopic-surgery-Minimally-invasive-but-what-about-the-riskMost injuries occur during placement of surgical equipmenthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3417/Federal-law-prohibits-hospital-emergency-rooms-from-turning-away-patientsAfter a medical screening, patients in an emergency medical condition or active labor must be medically stabilized before being discharged or transferredhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3416/Outpatient-surgery-centers-are-different-from-hospital-operating-roomsHospitals are equipped and staffed to handle complications and emergencieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3415/Texas-Supreme-Court-Facilities-dont-have-to-produce-policies-and-procedures-before-medical-malpractice-plaintiffs-serve-an-expert-reportThere's a discovery stay provision in the health care liability tort reform statutehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3414/What-procedures-have-the-highest-death-rates-in-ambulatory-surgery-centersThere are 570 licensed ambulatory surgical centers in Texashttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3409/Houston-appellate-court-Ophthalmologist-qualified-to-diagnose-ganglioglioma-tumorExpert report was critical of ophthalmologist failure to perform dilated eye examhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3408/New-guidelines-for-anesthesiologists-address-emergency-planning-for-difficult-airway-patientsTrained staff and readily available equipment and supplies are important to patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3407/What-Bob-Sagets-death-teaches-us-about-traumatic-head-and-brain-injuriesHead injuries shouldn't be overlooked by victims or medical profesisonalshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3406/Is-there-a-difference-between-an-MD-and-a-DO-doctorMDs and DOs are physicians held to the same general standard of carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3405/How-does-bias-impact-health-careOvercoming the different forms of bias promotes patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3404/Medicare-issues-reports-on-PAM-Health-Specialty-Hospital-of-San-Antonios-substantial-deficient-practicesQuality of care issues involve nursing and wound carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3403/Gall-bladder-surgery-and-common-bile-duct-injury-negligenceWith proper surgical precautions, the common bile duct, and important structure, shouldn't be cut by mistakehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3402/Medicare-issues-report-on-Ascension-Seton-Medical-Center-Austins-substantial-deficient-practicesViolations deal with physician and nursing carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3401/Whos-responsible-for-the-negligence-of-temporary-or-travel-nursesNurse managers and hospitals still have oversight responsibilitieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3400/Houstons-United-Memorial-Medical-Center-slapped-with-immediate-jeopardy-violation-by-MedicareImmediate jeopardy means a hospital condition has caused or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a patienthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3399/Without-assessment-and-prevention-it-doesnt-take-long-for-a-hospitalized-patient-to-get-a-pressure-woundHCA Houston Healthcare West Hospital hit with Medicare citation for inadequate registered nursing supervision of wound carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3398/National-Patient-Safety-Goals-for-2022-call-for-renewed-focus-on-getting-the-basic-rightWrong site surgeries, wrong patient care continue to be problemshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3396/Going-to-a-hospital-doesnt-automatically-mean-youll-get-care-from-a-fullytrained-physicianTraining and experience makes a differencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3395/Respiratory-distress-shouldnt-be-downplayed-or-ignored-in-the-hospitalThere are many potential underlying causes of respiratory distresshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3394/In-high-risk-pregnancies-labor-and-delivery-team-shouldnt-wait-for-a-problem-before-delivering-the-babyOB, nurses waited too long to deliver high-risk mom, baby born with brain injuryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3393/Surgical-patients-may-require-anticoagulation-medications-because-of-DVT-riskDeep vein thrombosis (DVT) can cause pulmonary embolism, deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3392/Cancer-misdiagnosis-case-shows-how-statute-of-limitations-works-in-Texas-medical-malpractice-claimsWhen the date of negligence is known, that's when statute of limitations starts runninghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3391/In-a-plaintiffs-win-a-Tyler-Texas-case-illustrates-the-tough-legal-standard-for-stroke-misdiagnosis-casesIschemic strokes are the most common typehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3390/Severe-bedsores-are-never-events-that-can-be-avoided-with-proper-carePrevention is the key in hospital and nursing home acquired pressure injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3389/Texas-assisted-living-center-claims-vicious-stray-dog-biting-resident-in-lobby-is-part-of-health-careHouston court of appeals rejects argument that tort reform protections should apply in a dog bite casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3388/Hospital-and-nursing-home-falls-can-cause-broken-bones-head-injuries-and-even-deathSeries of falls in Houston nursing facility end with man's deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3387/Houston-dermatologist-and-his-socalled-cosmetic-surgery-center-lose-medical-malpractice-appealPhysician trained as a dermatologist performs cosmetic surgerieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3386/Lawsuit-alleges-patient-discharged-from-HCA-Houston-Healthcare-Kingwood-emergency-room-with-spinal-cord-injuryNurse documented that ER doctor was aware of continued patient weakness before sending patient homehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3385/Texas-medical-malpractice-tort-reform-restrictions-apply-to-events-that-occur-after-a-patients-deathTexas Medical Liability Act covers administrative serviceshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3384/Texas-court-finds-nurse-practitioner-unqualified-to-provide-expert-causation-testimony-involving-nursing-careTexas law is clear that only physicians are qualified to render expert opinions regarding proximate causehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3383/Dallas-wrongful-death-lawsuit-alleges-misdiagnosis-of-necrotizing-pancreatitisContrast CT or MRI scans weren't ordered, but were neededhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3382/Texas-courts-can-consider-absent-or-missing-medical-records-when-determining-expert-report-sufficiencyMedical record problems are increasingly commonhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3381/Houston-court-of-appeals-upholds-medical-malpractice-case-against-neonatologistPlaintiffs claim that neonatologist caused infant's death by failing to start antibiotics and investigating cause of abnormal blood workhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3380/Patient-suffers-cut-esophagus-during-hiatal-hernia-surgeryEven known complications must be timely diagnosed and treatedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3379/Triple-rule-out-protocol-Safely-evaluating-chest-pain-shortness-of-breath-and-passing-outPatient safety requires ruling out three life-threatening conditionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3378/Fort-Worth-Court-of-Appeals-rules-that-patients-and-families-are-entitled-to-due-process-in-endoflife-hospital-committee-meetingsTexas hospital committees tend to rubber stamp anti-patient decisions pushed by administratorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3377/Surgical-retractor-moves-during-brain-surgery-causes-devastating-brainstem-injuryAppellate court addresses what expert reports must say when it's unclear who was responsiblehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3376/Dental-malpractice-lawsuit-after-patient-swallows-gold-crown-it-lodges-in-lungDentists should take precautions against accidental aspiration or swallowing of foreign items during dental procedureshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3375/What-happens-to-a-Texas-medical-malpractice-claim-when-a-defendants-insurance-company-is-declared-insolventAppellate court addresses interplay of Insurance Code and tort reform expert requirementhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3374/Medical-records-texts-and-chats-The-sources-of-physician-and-healthcare-provider-patient-care-documentationRequesting any and all medical records usually isn't enoughhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3373/San-Antonio-lawsuit-Pulmonologist-discharged-postsurgical-patient-with-unrepaired-cut-artery-bleedout-riskMedical malpractice wrongful death claim filed after complication during tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3372/These-seven-Texas-hospitals-received-the-maximum-Medicare-penalty-for-readmission-rate-concernsReadmission rates provide insights on whether patients are discharged from the hospital before they're readyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3371/Medicare-penalizes-CHI-St-Lukes-Health-Baylor-College-of-Medicine-Medical-Center-over-readmission-rateWell-known hospital was among the nation's worst performing hospitals for patients being readmitted soon after dischargehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3370/Virtually-every-HCA-hospital-in-Houston-hit-with-Medicare-penalties-for-2022The HCA hospitals had higher readmission rates compared to other hospitalshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3369/The-patient-risks-of-concurrent-or-overlapping-surgeriesProminent surgeon sanctioned for sleeping in car during surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3368/Spinal-canal-stenosis-and-the-bounds-of-medical-malpracticeProper management of spinal canal stenosis can prevent spinal cord injuries and disabilityhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/3367/Texas-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-CRNA-loses-legal-challenge-against-physician-expertsCRNA note for epidural anesthesia placement catheter was missing from the medical recordhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2367/Houston-court-of-appeals-dismisses-Pseudomonas-infant-death-caseTexas tort reform requirements require attentive experts and experienced medical malpractice attorneyshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2366/Nursing-home-essential-caregiver-and-visitation-rights-in-TexasProposed amendment to Texas Constitution is on the ballot on November 2, 2021http://www.painterfirm.com/a/2365/Infections-during-pregnancy-and-fetal-inflammatory-response-syndrome-FIRSWith proper prenatal care, infections may be treated before FIRShttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2364/Anesthesiologistled-rapid-response-teams-have-better-patient-safety-results-than-nurseled-teamsCleveland Clinic study analyzes data from over 450,000 hospital admissionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2363/Blood-clots-deep-vein-thrombosis-DVT-and-medical-malpracticeDVTs can cause pulmonary embolism after surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2362/Texarkana-Court-of-Appeals-rules-that-juvenile-operating-room-behavior-is-a-health-care-liability-claim-protected-by-Texas-tort-reformNursing staff painted male patient's toenails, placed an unnecessary diaper and colostomy baghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2361/At-what-stage-of-litigation-must-a-plaintiff-show-willful-and-wanton-negligence-in-a-Texas-emergency-room-malpractice-caseBona fide emergency care in a hospital ER is subject to a heightened standard of proofhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2360/When-is-thoracentesis-an-emergency-procedureWhen thoracentesis isn't enough, needle decompression or chest tube placement may be used in emergencieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2359/Executing-a-document-in-Texas-when-physical-disability-prevents-signingNotary and disinterested witness rule provides a practical solutionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2358/Texas-registered-nurse-criminally-charged-in-death-of-four-ICU-patientsProsecutors allege that the Tyler, Texas nurse intentionally caused air embolisms, stroke, and deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2357/Patient-dies-under-CRNA-care-Texas-court-rejects-expert-report-from-anesthesiologistAppellate court ruled that physician anesthesiologist didn't link criticisms to medical record factshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2356/What-happens-in-the-operating-room-after-a-patient-is-put-to-sleepThe individuals handling anesthesia or performing surgery might surprise youhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2355/What-medical-care-can-physician-assistants-provide-in-TexasTexas doesn't allow physician assistants to have a totally independent scope of practicehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2354/What-medical-care-can-nurse-practitioners-provide-in-TexasTexas doesn't allow nurse practitioners to have a totally independent scope of practicehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2353/US-government-joins-civil-lawsuit-over-hospital-and-surgeons-operating-room-safety-issuesFalse Claims Act lawsuit alleges pattern of major patient safety breacheshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2352/Texas-hospital-trauma-centers-drop-the-ball-on-neck-CT-scans-other-imagingDelayed diagnosis and treatment of neck injuries can lead to permanent paralysishttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2351/Emergency-room-physicians-nurses-are-responsible-for-patient-care-until-discharge-or-admissionSome patients are ignored while waiting for admission or get lost in the shufflehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2350/The-legal-documents-everyone-should-have-in-the-era-of-COVID-and-beyondPlanning now can make the difference in troubling timeshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2349/What-you-should-know-about-pediatric-dental-anesthesiaAny sedation or anesthesia in a dental office comes with riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2348/How-social-media-can-matter-in-a-medical-malpractice-caseRealtime social media engagement by health care professionals by patient care is discoverablehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2347/Houston-court-of-appeals-allows-extension-of-medical-malpractice-expert-deadline-because-of-COVID-pandemicPreliminary medical malpractice expert report deadlines are normally inflexibly rigid under Texas tort reform lawshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2346/What-you-should-know-about-HIPAA-in-the-age-of-COVID-and-beyondThe federal health care privacy law has a narrower application than many thinkhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2345/Direct-oral-anticoagulants-DOACs-and-surgical-riskAmerican College of Cardiology issues expert guidance on when DOACs should be held before surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2344/Thunderclap-headaches-What-they-are-and-why-they-are-dangerousHaving the worst headache of your life means it's time for immediate medical attentionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2342/Dallas-appellate-win-Medical-malpractice-plaintiffs-can-amend-expert-reports-to-meet-tort-reform-requirementsFreestanding imaging center Gateway Diagnostic Imaging Mid-Cities lost interlocutory appeal over 120-day expert reportshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2341/Why-lawyers-cant-accept-your-case-to-sue-a-hospital-or-doctorTort reform, other laws place barriers in front of medical malpractice victimshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2340/How-to-handle-suspicious-or-madeup-documents-and-testimony-at-deposition-and-in-discoveryTexas optometrist produced a personal stash of notes the night before his depositionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2339/Retained-surgical-sponges-and-medical-malpracticeOperating room personnel, radiologists may be at faulthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2338/Closed-claims-show-common-allegations-of-neurosurgical-medical-malpracticePoor surgical technique tops the listhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2337/COVID19-hasnt-lowered-health-care-standards-of-carePandemic legislation, response leaves standards intacthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2336/Nurse-staffing-and-shortage-contribute-to-medical-malpracticeInadequate nurse staffing by many hospitals and facilities preceded COVID-19http://www.painterfirm.com/a/2335/The-risks-of-Texas-plasticcosmetic-surgery-tourismComplications are more difficult to handle remotelyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2334/Nursing-patient-abandonment-under-Texas-lawTexas nurses have an independent duty to ensure patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2333/How-to-file-a-VA-Medical-Center-medical-malpractice-claimAttorneys must be accredited by the VA to file claims on behalf of veteranshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2332/Nurse-practitioners-have-limited-scope-of-practice-in-TexasAdvanced practice registered nurses should practice within their education, training and experiencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2331/HCA-Houston-Healthcare-Medical-Center-new-leadership-quality-of-care-issuesThis hospital was formerly known as Park Plaza Hospitalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2330/Should-physician-assistants-handle-spinal-surgery-consultsTrauma surgeon orders consult for paraplegia, PA responds to see patient instead of spine surgeonhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2329/Bowel-perforation-is-a-known-complication-of-laparoscopic-abdominal-surgery-that-must-be-diagnosed-and-repaired-promptlyHouston's First Court of Appeals enters opinion allowing medical malpractice case to proceedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2328/The-five-largest-hospital-systems-in-HoustonNonprofit and for-profit systems made the listhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2327/Are-medical-malpractice-settlements-taxableIt's important to consider tax issues before signing a settlement agreementhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2326/What-emergency-room-claims-can-be-brought-under-Texas-tort-reformTort reform closes the door on some, but not all, ER cases in the Lone Star statehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2325/Esophageal-perforation-management-and-medical-malpracticeMost of the time, a perforated esophagus is caused by a surgeon, physician or health care providerhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2324/Closed-claims-show-common-bariatricweight-loss-surgery-medical-malpractice-trendsIt's important to check out the surgeon and surgical facility before proceeding with bariatric surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2323/Lawsuit-Infant-dies-after-nurse-practitioner-fails-to-tell-family-about-spot-thats-suspicious-for-cancerDelay in diagnosis and treatment allowed neuroblastoma to spreadhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2322/Boys-death-highlights-risks-of-dental-sedationOver half of pediatric dental anesthesia and sedation claims involve death or permanent brain injuryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2321/Herpes-simplex-virus-encephalitis-treatment-and-medical-malpracticeAmarillo Court of Appeals opinion discusses standard of care for HSVE diagnosis and treatmenthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2320/The-most-common-medical-malpractice-claims-against-podiatristsSurgical and post-operative issues top the listhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2319/Wrong-patient-taken-to-kidney-transplant-surgeryWrong patient, wrong site, wrong procedures are all sentinel events that should never happenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2318/OxytocinPitocin-medication-errors-linked-to-fetal-distress-brain-injury-and-uterine-ruptureRapid administration can lead to dangerous uterine overstimulationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2317/Missing-the-expert-report-deadline-is-a-surefire-way-for-a-plaintiff-to-lose-a-Texas-medical-malpractice-caseTort reform law imposes a rigid timelinehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2316/Upper-endoscopy-preoxygenation-anesthesia-and-medical-malpracticeNew specialty face mask will improve patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2315/New-law-changes-Texas-tort-reform-procedures-in-some-cases-involving-hospitals-doctors-and-health-care-providersStarting on 9/1/21, plaintiffs can use a new procedure to avoid one type of defensive gamesmanshiphttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2314/Surgeons-should-take-seriously-patient-complaints-of-pain-after-surgeryAbnormal pain can be the first sign of accidental damage to a nearby organ in the operating roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2313/Why-almost-dying-or-almost-having-a-serious-injury-isnt-enough-for-a-medical-malpractice-claimhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2312/What-medical-care-should-look-like-after-syncope-passing-outSome causes of syncope are life-threateninghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2311/Why-sudden-eye-pain-and-visual-problems-require-prompt-medical-careAcute angle-closure glaucoma can cause blindness when left untreatedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2310/What-you-should-know-about-mediastinal-massesNew guidelines set standard of care for diagnostic imaginghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2309/Houston-Court-of-Appeals-rules-against-behavioral-care-facility-physician-in-medication-overdose-caseCourt opinion found that trial judge abused discretionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2308/What-neuroradiologists-look-for-to-identify-hypoxicischemic-brain-injuryA brain MRI scan is the go-to radiology studyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2307/Texarkana-court-of-appeals-tackles-sufficiency-of-plaintiffs-medical-expert-opinionExperts must have narrowly-tailored experience, adequate basis for opinionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2306/The-dangers-of-oversedation-for-pain-management-other-office-surgical-proceduresOversedation, poor carbon dioxide monitoring have been linked to brain injuries and deathshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2305/Retinal-detachment-and-the-risks-of-the-eye-clinic-shuffleImpending retinal detachment is a medical emergency requiring immediate care from an 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past the initial expert stage opens up discovery tools necessary to prove the casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1288/Newborn-braininterventricular-hemorrhage-signs-symptoms-and-medical-malpracticeThis condition can be caused by a hypoxic-ischemic brain injury during labor and deliveryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1287/Medicare-announces-1star-rating-for-HCA-Houston-Healthcare-ConroeFormerly known as Conroe Regional Hospital, this hospital got the worst possible star ranking by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Serviceshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1286/Operating-room-fires-make-the-top-10-list-of-2020-hospital-sentinelnever-eventsMost OR fires include oxygen and either electrocautery or lasershttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1285/Errors-in-medication-management-are-in-2020s-top-10-list-of-most-common-sentinelnever-eventsNursing, physician, pharmacy medication errors can cause patient 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reposehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1192/Hyperparathyroid-disease-signs-symptoms-and-medical-malpracticeExperts describe it as a slow killer, but timely treatment can avoid a snowball effect on healthhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1191/A-broken-bone-unrelated-to-trauma-is-the-number-one-risk-factor-for-another-fractureSurgeons and doctors should order follow up testing and treatment, but allow many patients to fall through the crackshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1190/What-you-should-know-about-surgical-and-medical-oncology-cancer-malpracticeMisdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis and treatment top the list of closed claimshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1189/Why-are-medical-experts-for-a-medical-malpractice-case-often-from-out-of-statePainter Law Firm's frequently asked question (FAQ) serieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1188/What-you-should-know-about-injection-injuries-and-compartment-syndromeNursing advocacy saved a man's 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radiology results to fall through the crackshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1039/Two-dreaded-things-that-can-happen-during-laparoscopic-surgerySome injuries that happen during surgery aren't immediately discoveredhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1046/Artificial-intelligence-may-enhance-radiology-interpretationHuman and machine read scans will complement each other, improving patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1038/Some-Texas-emergency-room-medical-malpractice-cases-are-still-possible-despite-tort-reformThere are four factors to consider in every ER malpractice casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1037/What-you-should-know-about-spinal-epidural-abscess-and-medical-malpracticeSpotting the signs and symptoms and getting prompt treatment are keys to preserving neurological functionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/1036/The-three-most-common-types-of-plastic-surgery-medical-malpractice-claimsPlastic/cosmetic surgery malpractice can cause disfigurement, nerve injury, and even 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problems causing these sentinel/never eventshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/943/Houstons-14th-Court-of-Appeals-enters-plaintifffriendly-opinion-on-preliminary-Ch-74-expert-reportsThere's a refreshing common-sense trend in recent appellate court opinions addressing Texas medical malpractice caseshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/942/Cancer-surgery-is-successful-when-there-are-clean-margins-but-when-the-surgeon-stops-short-it-can-spell-troubleWhen possible, surgeons needs to remove enough tissue to make sure that they get the surrounding microscopic cancer, too, as well as the larger tumorhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/941/Why-are-surgeons-the-most-commonly-sued-physicians-in-medical-malpractice-casesSurgical specialties take most of the top 10 spots on Medscape's 2019 studyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/940/How-does-a-Texas-jury-assign-responsibility-among-multiple-defendants-in-a-medical-malpractice-casePainter Law Firm's frequently asked question (FAQ) 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there's an important distinction between lost future wages and loss of future earning capacityhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/934/Obstructive-sleep-apnea-and-anesthesia-A-potentially-deadly-combination-if-the-anesthesiologist-doesnt-plan-ahead80% of people with obstructive sleep apnea haven't been diagnosed, so anesthesia providers must give careful attentionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/933/Why-your-surgeon-or-anesthesiologist-might-not-be-the-one-working-on-you-in-the-operating-roomLearn the secret shell game that occurs daily at many major hospitalshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/932/What-you-should-know-about-the-new-colorectal-cancer-screening-recommendationsFor average-risk patients, the guidelines no longer recommend an annual colonoscopy beginning at age 50http://www.painterfirm.com/a/931/Memorial-Hermann-Greater-Heights-Hospital-hit-with-Medicare-quality-of-care-violationIf a patient is seriously injured or dies because a hospital isn't prepared for an emergency, it's medical malpracticehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/930/Are-freestanding-outpatient-imaging-centers-as-safe-as-hospitals-for-MRI-or-CT-scansImaging quality may be similar, but hospitals are better equipped for the occasional life-threatening emergencies that will occurhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/929/A-CT-scan-with-barium-contrast-is-risky-for-patients-who-recently-had-any-abdominal-surgeryBowel perforation are known complications of abdominal surgery, and can be a life-threatening combination when mixed with barium contrasthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/928/When-anesthesiologists-and-nurse-anesthetists-juggle-too-many-patients-at-once-patient-safety-paysIn a wrongful death case I'm handling, the anesthesiologist was handling 5 patients at oncehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/927/Barebone-nurse-staffing-levels-cause-medical-malpracticeMedicare recently cited MD Anderson Cancer Center for not hiring enough nurses for patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/926/Texas-doctors-cant-immediately-abandon-or-drop-their-patients-but-learn-what-theyre-allowed-to-doPhysicians can't terminate existing patients without reasonable noticehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/925/Providence-Health-Center-in-Waco-hit-with-Medicare-quality-of-care-violation-in-2019Providence Health Center and its related physician group are part of the Ascension chain of hospitalshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/924/Why-do-Texas-medical-malpractice-lawyers-ask-so-much-about-a-patients-past-medical-historyPainter Law Firm's frequently asked question (FAQ) serieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/923/High-lactate-levels-can-be-an-overlooked-sign-of-infection-and-sepsisIt's dangerous to patient safety for physicians not to look at the whole clinical picturehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/922/Closed-claims-study-shows-most-common-fetal-distress-mistakes-and-injuriesNurses and doctors must jump into action when there's a sign of fetal 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leaving unintended items inside patient bodies in 2018http://www.painterfirm.com/a/917/The-risks-you-need-to-know-about-mailorder-pharmacy-servicesConvenience (and insurance company profits) comes at the risk of a bigger risk to patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/916/Does-your-doctor-treat-your-radiology-scan-rather-than-youSometimes physicians ignore the patient's symptoms, instead making decisions based on CT scan findings or lab valueshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/915/Despite-new-recommendations-from-the-American-Academy-of-Pediatrics-bariatric-surgery-for-teenagers-and-children-poses-risksWeight-loss surgery involves making permanent changes to the digestive tracthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/914/Learn-the-three-times-that-a-hospitalized-patients-care-can-fall-through-the-cracksChange of nursing shifts, units, and facilities present challenges for continuity of 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Brady's recommendation of drinking at least half of your body weight in ounces of water per day may be dangerous for many peoplehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/432/Houston-Methodist-Sugar-Land-Hospital-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerSince 2014, this hospital has been cited with two violations by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, over quality of care concernshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/431/Surgeon-operates-on-wrong-patient-at-Houstonarea-hospitalOperating room nurse notices mistake, tells surgeon, but procedure goes forward anywayhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/430/Medical-malpractice-lawsuit-Former-colead-singer-of-The-Eagles-died-from-poor-medical-diagnosis-and-treatmentThere is usually a better outcome when medical complications are addressed quickly, rather than doctors taking a "wait and see" approachhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/429/When-it-is-time-for-a-second-opinion-after-a-surgical-mistake-or-complicationSome surgeons focus their practice on correcting problems with 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A Sugar Land, Texas hospitalist says that he sees 24+ patients a day.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/409/Huntsville-Memorial-Hospital-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerMedicare penalized Huntsville Memorial Hospital, for 2017-2018, over quality of care concernshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/408/Houston-Texas-stroke-malpractice-attorneylawyer-explains-how-to-find-the-best-stroke-hospitalsFind the best stroke hospital closest to you on our list of every stroke center in Texashttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/407/St-Lukes-Sugar-Land-Hospital-CHI-St-Lukes-Health-Sugar-Land-Hospital-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerMedicare penalized St. Luke's Sugar Land for 2017-2018, listed it among the bottom 25% of hospitals nationwide on key patient care indicatorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/406/Medicare-penalizes-50-Texas-hospitals-for-quality-of-care-concernsFor 2017-2018, Medicare will cut reimbursements to these hospitals by one percent, to create a financial incentive to improve carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/405/Christus-St-Elizabeth-Hospital-Beaumont-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited this hospital with 38 violations since September 20, 2012http://www.painterfirm.com/a/404/Houston-Northwest-Medical-Center-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneyThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited this HCA-owned hospital with two violations since 2015http://www.painterfirm.com/a/403/What-to-do-when-your-doctor-or-surgeon-does-not-discuss-risksMany patients believe that doctors talk over their head without explaining riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/402/Four-steps-to-improve-your-prescription-medicationdrug-safetyRecent study shows some doctors and drug companies over-hype drug benefitshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/401/Bladder-cancer-risks-treatment-and-medical-malpracticeBladder cancer is highly treatable is it is correctly diagnosed and treated earlyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/400/Sport-physical-essentials-and-medical-malpracticeA proper pre-participation screening helps identify heart, respiratory, and concussion riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/399/Shoulder-dystocia-birth-injury-risks-and-medical-malpracticeShoulder dystocia is a medical emergency that can cause brain injury or deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/398/Bariatric-weightloss-surgery-benefits-risks-and-medical-malpracticeMedical research shows that bariatric surgery helps patients keep weight off long-term, but it is not a risk-free remedyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/397/Brain-aneurysm-symptoms-treatment-and-medical-malpracticeHaving the worst headache of your life can be a sign of a brain dangerous aneurysmhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/396/Three-types-of-nursing-malpracticeTexas hospitals are responsible for the negligence of their nurses (but almost never for their doctors)http://www.painterfirm.com/a/395/Xrays-and-CT-scans-Radiation-risk-and-malpracticeUnnecessary orders for costly radiology diagnostic imaging studies increases cancer riskhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/394/Prenatal-care-testing-and-medical-malpracticeWhen an OB/GYN group misses an important prenatal test, it can create dangerous risks to the mom and babyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/393/What-you-should-know-about-peripheral-arterial-disease-and-revascularization-surgery-malpractice12/2017 study: Peripheral endovascular revascularization has a 17.6% unplanned 30-day hospital readmission ratehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/392/Baylor-Scott--White-Medical-CenterHillcrest-Waco-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince 2011, Medicare and Medicaid cited this hospital with four violations (operating under its former name of Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center)http://www.painterfirm.com/a/391/What-you-should-know-about-abnormal-neurological-signsWhen a patient is acting out of character or cannot move parts of the body, it can be an early sign of a medical emergencyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/390/Aortic-dissection-is-a-dangerous-possibility-in-car-wrecks-and-even-chest-painOur aortic dissection lawyers have handled cases where delays in diagnosis and treatment caused paralysis or deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/389/Jaundice-is-easy-to-treat-but-dangerous-to-ignoreFailure to treat newborn jaundice can cause permanent brain damage called kernicterushttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/388/Plastic-surgery-patient-paralyzed-cannot-walkSurgeons frequently minimize the serious risk of plastic or cosmetic surgical procedureshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/387/When-it-comes-to-doctors-what-you-dont-know-can-hurt-youFederal and Texas laws keep hospital investigations of poor physician care privileged and secrethttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/386/Navigating-the-hurdles-of-filing-a-medical-malpractice-suit-against-a-Texas-public-hospital-or-doctorAmarillo court of appeals enters opinion allowing medical malpractice case against Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center to continuehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/385/New-adult-high-blood-pressure-guidelines-and-what-they-mean-for-youUnder the new guidelines, nearly one-half of the U.S. adult population has hypertensionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/384/Huntsville-Texas-nursing-home-facility-pays-5-million-to-settle-complaints-about-poor-carePainter Law Firm attorneys are experienced in investigating cases of nursing home abuse and neglecthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/383/What-you-should-know-about-the-special-risks-of-robotic-surgeryThere have been thousands of product liability claims about the da Vinci robotic surgery system, since it was FDA-approved in 2000http://www.painterfirm.com/a/382/Nurse-practitioner-misreads-genetic-testing-results-causing-unnecessary-hysterectomy-and-double-mastectomyWhen faced with a recommendation for surgery or involved treatment, it is a good idea to get a second opinionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/381/Overmedication-causes-death-of-Marine-veteran-at-VA-hospitalOvermedication causes death of Marine veteran at VA hospitalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/380/Texas-Medical-Board-investigates-alleged-surgeon-kickbacks-for-referralsSome doctors recommend surgical facilities or extra services provided by companies that they own, without informing patients up-front of offering other optionshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/379/Elderly-people-are-twice-as-likely-to-fall-at-a-nursing-home-than-at-homeNursing home fall prevention measures are lacking: 75% of elderly nursing home residents have at least one fall per yearhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/378/What-you-should-know-about-the-risks-of-general-anesthesiaQuestions you should ask your anesthesia provider before surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/377/Doctors-miss-dangerous-low-sodium-level-after-treating-patient-from-brain-bleedPatients with a brain hematoma or swelling have an increased risk for developing hyponatremiahttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/376/Three-tips-to-protect-yourself-from-potentially-deadly-pharmacy-errorsLawsuit: Walgreens gives man wrong medication, altering his brain function and causing suicide attempthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/375/Lawsuit-alleges-freestanding-ER-and-trainee-doctor-cause-girls-death-of-bacterial-meningitisResident physician diagnoses patient with ear infection, but five hours after discharge it was too late to save herhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/374/Mammogram-interpretations-botched-at-Arlington-Texas-hospitalUp to 4,000 patients may have gotten the wrong results for their mammogramshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/373/Slow-treatment-of-pleural-effusion-can-be-deadlyExtra fluid around the lungs can lead to a serious infection and respiratory distresshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/372/VA-hospital-nurse-mixes-up-resuscitation-order-patient-diesSame nurse had two prior known problems in monitoring at risk-patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/371/The-danger-of-medical-device-misconnectionsFDA safety warning cites numerous medical errors causing death, including an epidural line being misconnected to an IVhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/370/Why-neurological-examinations-are-importantSome doctors ignore patients and skip neuro exams, and instead choose to focus on computerized lab and radiology resultshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/369/What-happens-when-nurses-ignore-machine-alarms-and-call-buttonsA Joint Commission 2017 National Patient Safety Goal requires hospitals to improve staff performance for equipment alarms and other notificationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/368/What-happens-when-there-is-a-medication-error-at-a-hospitalIn 2017, the Joint Commission announced a new National Patient Safety Goal to improve hospital medication safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/367/What-happens-when-critical-lab-or-radiology-results-are-not-communicated-to-the-doctorImproved hospital staff communication is a National Patient Safety Goal for 2017http://www.painterfirm.com/a/366/What-happens-when-doctors-and-nurses-treat-the-wrong-patientTwo Joint Commission 2017 National Patient Safety Goals focus on identifying patients correctlyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/365/What-you-should-know-about-hospital-Rapid-Response-TeamsAccrediting standards require Rapid Response Teams, which can be called for urgent help before a Code situation developshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/364/Doctor-and-physician-assistant-alter-patients-medical-recordyou-wont-believe-what-happened-nextGet a complete copy of your medical record before you leave the hospitalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/363/Houstonarea-hospital-ER-doctor-misdiagnoses-and-discharges-car-wreck-patient-causes-paralysisIt is needlessly dangerous for physicians to skip steps in the diagnosis processhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/362/Baptist-Beaumont-Hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince May 2011, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have issues 38 violations to Baptist Beaumont Hospitalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/361/Healthcare-injuries-are-usually-caused-by-multiple-medical-errors-by-multiple-providersNew survey results: 21% of Americans have experienced medical errorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/360/What-can-nurse-practitioners-and-physician-assistants-do-in-TexasA physician has to supervise the care and prescriptions of nurse practitioners and physician assistants under written, signed agreementshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/359/New-Texas-law-will-protect-patients-from-hostile-donotresuscitateDNR-ordersOn 4/1/2018, the new law will end the current practice where doctors can secretly enter a DNR order against patient and family wisheshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/358/Texas-legislature-updated-medical-malpractice-presuit-notice-requirementsThis article was originally published in the September/October 2017 edition of "The Houston Lawyer" magazinehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/357/Infant-spitup-medications-increase-bone-fracture-risk-later-in-childhoodSome doctors are prescribing medications for babies that are not FDA approved for children less than one year oldhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/356/Anesthesia-malpractice-Two-ways-to-improve-patient-safetyNurse anesthetists frequently start, monitor, and end general anesthesia, with an anesthesiologist physician in the roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/355/Suing-a-Texas-public-hospital-for-medical-negligence-requires-jumping-hurdlesTo sue a public hospital for medical malpractice, you need a lawyer who knows the notice requirements and how to meet the tangible personal property requirementhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/354/Misdiagnosis-of-necrotizing-fasciitis-flesheating-bacteria-has-lifechanging-consequencesNecrotizing fasciitis is a fast-spreading infection that requires rapid diagnosis and 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can twist your stomach around like a phone cordhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/348/New-proposed-guidelines-would-nix-plastic-surgeons-dancing-in-costumes-during-proceduresExperts question the ethics of online plastic surgery videos that entertain rather than inform, creating an illusion of minimal riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/347/Signs-of-dangerous-spinal-cord-compression-after-back-surgeryHematomas are a known complication of spinal surgery and can cause permanent injury if they are not promptly addressedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/346/Risk-factors-for-sudden-cardiac-arrestSudden cardiac arrest is fatal 95% of the time, but in those who survive, fast treatment is the keyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/345/Houston-Methodist-West-Hospital-Katy-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneyIn 2015, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited Houston Methodist West Hospital Katy for an infection control officer violationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/344/What-are-hospital-sentinel-eventsSome things are so dangerous to patient safety that hospital accreditation standards say that they should never happenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/341/Surgical-medical-malpractice-lawsuit-Adrenal-gland-surgery-ends-with-removal-of-pancreas-insteadSurgical malpractice sometimes causes serious injuries at surgical sites or nearby structureshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/340/Botched-meningitis-treatment-leaves-boy-with-brain-injuryMeningitis requires fast treatment, but doctors and nurses repeatedly fumbledhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/339/Medication-prescription-errors-can-cause-permanent-injuries-or-deathPractical tips that we have learned from medical malpractice lawsuits that can help keep your family safehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/338/Texas-law-lets-hospitals-and-doctors-override-your-advance-directive-and-terminate-curative-careHouston trial court says that Advance Directives Act of 1999 (Texas death panel statute) "works pretty well"http://www.painterfirm.com/a/337/Park-Plaza-Hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince 2013, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have cited Park Plaza Hospital with 10 violationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/336/New-study-Three-things-emergency-rooms-can-do-to-prevent-suicideSuicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S., but psychiatric and behavioral care in Houston is sometimes lackinghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/335/Conroe-Regional-Medical-Center-hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneyThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited Conroe Regional Medical Center with three violations since 2015http://www.painterfirm.com/a/334/What-you-should-know-about-traumatic-brain-injuries-and-concussionsMisdiagnosis and failure to treat a traumatic brain injury is dangeroushttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/333/Childrens-Memorial-Hermann-Hospital-CAPS-Team--what-you-should-know-about-itSome hospitals use aggressive pressure to get parent to consent to terminating children's carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/332/Study-Medical-errors-are-third-leading-cause-of-death-in-USRead Painter Law Firm's tips on how to minimize your risk of being harmed by medical errorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/331/West-Houston-Medical-Center-hospital-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have cited West Houston Medical Center with 11 violations since March 23, 2012http://www.painterfirm.com/a/330/North-Cypress-Medical-Center-hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince April 2011, Medicare & Medicaid have cited North Cypress Medical Center for 8 violationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/329/St-Joseph-Medical-Center-hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince May 2013, Medicare & Medicaid have cited St. Joseph Medical Center for 40 violationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/328/Can-money-play-a-role-in-the-hospital-and-doctors-decision-to-pull-the-plugTexas tort reform laws and the Advance Directives Act of 1999 work together to create frightening financial incentiveshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/327/New-FDA-contraindications--warnings-on-Tramadol--Codeine-for-young-peopleIt is medical malpractice for doctors to prescribe & pharmacies to fill Tramadol & Codeine prescriptions in some situationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/326/Cypress-Fairbanks-Medical-Center-medical-malpractice-attorneylawyerCenters for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center for four violations since July 2014http://www.painterfirm.com/a/325/FDA-issues-warning-on-gastric-balloon-weightloss-proceduresGastric balloon systems have been associated with five deaths since 2016http://www.painterfirm.com/a/324/Two-unreliable-theories-that-some-doctors-and-hospitals-use-to-attack-medical-malpractice-casesExperienced medical malpractice lawyers know how to overcome questionable defense theories designed the thwart justicehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/323/The-importance-of-diet-in-bariatric-surgery-success-storiesSome bariatric surgeons provide inadequate dietary counseling and support, setting up their patients for failurehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/322/Medical-malpractice-lawsuits-that-you-cannot-file-under-Texas-lawHire an experienced Texas medical malpractice lawyer to evaluate your potential casehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/321/Study-Few-medical-students--new-doctors-are-competent-in-basic-clinical-skills-like-measuring-blood-pressureMedical students, residents, and fellows often have inadequate supervision by fully-trained attending physicianshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/320/What-to-do-when-the-doctor-wants-to-discharge-you-from-the-hospital-too-quicklyPatients are increasingly being discharged with the same symptoms that brought them into the hospitalhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/319/A-simple-rule-for-when-to-ask-your-doctor-for-a-referral-to-a-specialist"Rule of three" recommends consulting a specialist if there is no firm diagnosis after three doctor visitshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/318/Sinusitis-and-the-danger-triangle-of-the-facePerilous reasons why you should not ignore a lingering sinus infectionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/317/What-you-should-know-about-board-certification-of-doctorsThere is more to board certification that means the eyehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/316/Melanoma-cancer-diagnosis-treatment-and-malpracticeWith melanoma, the sooner the diagnosis, the better the likely outcomehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/315/Memorial-Hermann-Hospital-System-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneyPainter Law Firm has filed numerous medical negligence lawsuits against Memorial Hermann facilities on behalf of our clientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/314/Nurses-have-significant-independent-duties-in-addition-to-just-following-ordersNurses can have a major role in patient safety by medical error recoveryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/313/Baylor-St-Lukes-Medical-Center-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneyMedicare & Medicaid surveyors cited Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center twice September 2015 for deficient carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/312/The-risk-of-emergency-rooms-and-doctors-botching-infection-treatmentA Houston-area free-standing emergency room and hospital botched infection treatment, almost causing a man his lifehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/311/Kingwood-Medical-Center-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince November 2012, Medicare and Medicaid surveyors have cited Kingwood Medical Center with nine violationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/310/Houston-Methodist-Willowbrook-Hospital-medical-malpractice-lawyerattorneySince December 2013, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services surveyors have cited has cited Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital with five deficiencieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/309/Two-risks-concerning-critical-lab-values-and-your-doctorBy asking for copies of all of your lab work results and reviewing them yourself, you can improve your safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/308/Lawsuit-Nurse-does-not-follow-newborn-safesleeping-rules-baby-diesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics advises against having a baby sleeping in the same bed as an adulthttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/307/Research-shows-that-many-doctors-need-to-work-on-communicating-with-their-patientsIt is dangerous when doctors will not listen to their patients' concernshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/306/Good-prenatal-care-can-help-reduce-pregnancy-problems-like-gestational-diabetes-and-preeclampsiaIt is medical negligence when OB/GYN doctors fail to do appropriate prenatal screening and testinghttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/305/Colorectal-cancer-rates-are-on-the-rise-for-adults-under-50Delay in diagnosing and treating colorectal cancer can decrease survival oddshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/304/Surgeon-does-not-tell-patient-about-pathology-results-delays-cancer-treatmentSome doctors order lab, radiology, and pathology tests but never provide patients with full resultshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/303/Strokes-in-children-and-young-adults-are-frequently-misdiagnosedStroke treatment must start quickly to prevent permanent injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/302/Three-ways-to-research-a-Texas-doctor-or-hospitals-quality-of-careFederal and Texas laws hide most information from the public, but there are still some tools that you can usehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/301/When-to-get-a-second-opinion-after-surgical-complications-or-problemsThere is a limited amount of time to repair some nerve injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/300/How-to-find-prenatal-care-that-keeps-your-baby-safeEarly and consistent quality prenatal care is important for the safety of the baby and motherhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/299/Gastroparesis-What-causes-stomach-paralysis-and-how-to-treat-itWhen a surgeon damages or cuts the vagus nerve during bariatric or abdominal surgery, it can cause gastroparesis, paralyzing the stomachhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/298/Why-it-is-hard-to-hire-a-good-medical-malpractice-attorney-in-TexasWhen hiring a Texas medical malpractice lawyer, look for someone with experience in tackling tort reform lawshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/297/Timing-is-important-for-bariatric-surgeryExperts recommend weight loss surgery before reaching BMI of 40, but our lawsuit experience highlights common complicationshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/296/Alleged-pediatric-dental-malpractice-lands-Houston-dentist-in-police-custodyCivil lawsuit alleges that parts of dental treatment took place behind a locked door, with parents in a waiting roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/295/The-draconian-Texas-statute-of-limitations-for-minors-medical-malpractice-claimsAfter the Texas tort reform laws of 2003, minors' medical malpractice claims are barred if they wait until age 18 or 20 to filehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/294/Surprising-new-treatment-options-for-Type-2-diabetesPainter Law Firm's experienced medical malpractice lawyers know how to handle cases where the patient had Type 2 diabeteshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/293/A-ruptured-or-perforated-esophagus-needs-fast-medical-attentionStandard treatment can include surgery or medications, but in a lawsuit that I filed the doctors did neither, and the patient diedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/292/How-to-assess-your-risk-of-potentially-deadly-blood-clots-and-DVTs-during-surgeryDeep vein thrombosis during surgery can lead to deadly pulmonary embolismhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/291/When-you-add-breathing-problems-to-a-sore-throat-it-is-time-to-get-medical-helpEpiglottitis can cause a life-threatening obstructed airwayhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/290/Bedsores-can-develop-a-lot-faster-than-you-think-but-can-usually-be-prevented-with-proper-doctor-and-nursing-careBedsores, pressure sores or wounds, and decubitus ulcers—whatever you call them, they are a serious medical issuehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/289/How-medical-malpractice-lawsuit-settlements-work-when-children-are-involvedAn experienced medical malpractice lawsuit can guide you through the extra steps in resolving a case where there are minor plaintiffshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/288/Two-tips-to-make-the-transfer-from-a-hospital-to-a-nursing-or-rehabilitation-facility-saferWhen patients are discharged from a hospital to a nursing or rehab facility, it is a notorious time for things to fall through the crackshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/287/Botched-spinal-surgery-or-injection-can-cause-painful-disabling-arachnoiditisArachnoiditis sufferers often have no feeling from the waist down, and lose bowel and bladder controlhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/286/How-to-get-your-medical-records-how-much-you-can-be-charged-and-why-you-need-themFederal and Texas laws give you important rights to have access to your medical recordshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/285/Some-surgeons-work-in-two-operating-rooms-at-the-same-timeIt is risky for patients when a surgeon tries to participate in two surgeries in two operating rooms at oncehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/284/Fetal-heart-rate-monitoring-helps-prevent-birth-injuriesOB/GYN doctors and labor and delivery nurses must act fast when the fetal heart rate monitor shows that the baby is not getting enough oxygenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/283/Look-for-these-signs-of-an-infected-surgical-incisionEven though infections should be treated as soon as possible, some surgeons are not interested in follow-up care after surgeryhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/282/Texas-hospitals-can-stop-treating-and-feeding-patients-even-when-patients-and-families-disagreeTexas Advance Directives Act gives hospital committees complete immunity for deliberately stopping health care and allowing patients to diehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/281/Two-documents-you-need-now-to-plan-ahead-for-endoflife-health-careAdvance directive and medical power of attorney documents help guide health care decisions and protect against hospital committeeshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/280/Suddenlyappearing-floaters-or-flashes-of-light-may-be-a-warning-sign-of-a-medical-emergencyRetinal detachment requires emergency treatment by an ophthalmologist, or can result in permanent vision losshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/279/Experienced-Houston-Texas-birth-injury-medical-malpractice-lawyer-Robert-Painter-Painter-Law-FirmBirth injury and cerebral palsy cases are complex and hard-fought, and call for an experienced, aggressive medical malpractice attorneyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/278/When-doctors-and-nurses-settle-on-the-wrong-diagnosis-it-is-hard-to-get-their-attentionHouston-area ER focuses on broken leg, misses broken back, despite patient's complaints that he could not move arms normallyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/277/Lawsuit-Memorial-Hermann-Southwest-Medical-Center-surgeons-botch-treatment-of-complication-filed-by-Attorney-Robert-PainterOne week delay in fixing hole in small intestine leads to a year and a half of internal infections, MRSA, and an open abdominal woundhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/276/Lawsuit-Mainland-Medical-Center-nurses-poor-care-causes-man-to-develop-bedsores-days-after-a-knee-surgery-filed-by-Attorney-Robert-PainterIt took 100+ days of hospital, nursing home, and rehabilitation center inpatient care and a year and a half for the bedsores to heal and closehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/275/Lawsuit-Memorial-Hermann-Northeast-Hospital-doctors-misdiagnose-imminent-stroke-filed-by-Attorney-Robert-Painter38-year-old man goes to an ER three days in a row, has massive stroke shortly after discharge on third dayhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/274/Without-operating-room-precautions-surgery-can-leave-you-with-a-new-nerve-injuryPoor preparation for anesthesia and immobility can cause nerve injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/273/Three-things-to-know-about-heat-illnessesHeat stroke is an emergency medical condition that, if not treated properly, can cause organ damage or deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/272/Some-hospitals-are-set-up-to-allow-physician-medication-errorsThe U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) says that medication errors cause at least one death a day and injure 1.3 million people a yearhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/271/With-symptoms-of-stroke-or-transient-ischemic-attack-call-911-immediatelyWith every passing minute, a stroke patient loses about two million neurons or brain cellshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/270/Atrial-fibrillation-treatment-requires-careful-physician-managementWhether treatment by medications or cardiac ablation, there are serious riskshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/269/When-it-comes-to-operating-rooms-two-surgeons-are-not-necessarily-better-than-oneTwo surgeons overlooks filed hiatal hernia 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Where does the rest of it come from?http://www.painterfirm.com/a/255/Reducing-your-risk-of-getting-a-bad-infection-in-the-hospitalMedical error is the third-leading cause of death in America, and bungling the treatment of infections is one of the top medical errorshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/254/The-risks-of-liposuctionLiposuction is the world's most common cosmetic surgery, but it is not risk-freehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/253/The-important-nursing-role-in-bedsore-preventionNurses sometimes ignore the standardized tools in place to identify at-risk patients, and to prevent and treat pressure injurieshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/252/Texas-ER--clinic-options-have-varying-quality-and-costLearning about the options now may help you get a better outcome, while saving money, when you need health carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/251/Safety-risks-in-outpatient-dialysis-clinicsMany clinics have inadequate staffing to ensure patient safetyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/250/Postpartum-hemorrhage-is-a-dangerous-risk-for-moms-after-delivering-a-babyOB/GYN doctors and labor and delivery nurses should be alert and prepared to avoid a life-threatening complicationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/249/A-long-surgery-has-a-high-risk-of-DVT-blood-clots-formingDVT blood clots can cause deadly pulmonary embolismhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/248/Surprising-risks-of-deep-sedation-anesthesia-during-upper-endoscopy-and-colonoscopy-proceduresAnesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist involvement in routine cases increases the risk of serious adverse eventshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/247/The-dangerous-risks-of-opioid-painkillers-like-Dilaudid-and-morphineManufacturer drug labels warn of the risk of deadly respiratory depressionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/246/How-safe-are-surgical-centers-and-doctorowned-hospitalsSome small surgical centers and physician-owned hospitals cannot handle emergencies that may happen in the operating roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/245/New-superbug-infection-identified-in-HoustonResearchers were surprised by abundant new Klebsiella pneumoniae strain at Houston Methodist Hospital system.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/244/Surgical-checklists-increase-patient-safetyA recent study shows that hospitals using operating room checklists have lower post-surgical death rateshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/243/Six-signs-that-a-sick-person-may-have-sepsisIn the United States, over 750,000 people are diagnosed with sepsis each yearhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/242/Epidural-steroid-injections-come-with-lifechanging-risksIf the surgeon injects too deep or in the wrong place, it can cause paralysis or deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/241/How-to-find-a-good-nursing-home-or-rehab-facility-in-TexasAs of 5/11/17, in Houston alone, 47 facilities had state agency ratings of 13 to 50, on a scale of 100http://www.painterfirm.com/a/240/What-you-need-to-know-about-brain-aneurysmsKnow the symptoms of brain aneurysm to help prevent life-threatening misdiagnosishttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/239/Finding-the-cause-of-seizures-can-mean-the-difference-between-life-and-deathTips to make sure that your doctor does not use dangerous shortcuts when assessing seizures and other general signs and symptomshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/238/OBGYN-leaves-labor--delivery-room-causing-brain-damage-in-babyDoctor falsifies medical records after the fact to say that mom would not consent to C-Sectionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/237/Is-care-from-a-nurse-practitioner-as-safe-as-care-from-a-doctorWhen something goes wrong, everyone wants a doctor in the roomhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/236/Risks-of-aftersurgery-rehab-care-at-a-rehabilitation-hospitalStudies show that going home from the hospital and getting outpatient rehab has benefitshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/235/FDA-warns-that-anesthesia-can-cause-child-brain-damageSix tips for lowering anesthesia risk in childrenhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/234/Why-do-healthy-people-get-cancerResearch shows the importance of cancer screening for all adults. 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not tell the doctor about clear signs of an infection, which caused the patient to be temporarily paralyzedhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/90/Medical-malpractice-attorney-Robert-Painters-article-on-Chapter-74-and-medical-malpractice-in-Texas-is-publishedThe Houston Lawyer magazine's March/April 2012 features Attorney Robert Painter's article "Chapter 74: Mapping the Medical Malpractice Minefield"http://www.painterfirm.com/a/85/Painter-Law-Firm-files-suit-for-family-against-Memorial-Hermann-The-Woodlands-HospitalNursing staff fails to act when hip fracture patient shows clear signs of a dangerous embolismhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/86/Painter-Law-Firm-files-suit-for-family-against-First-Colony-Health-and-Rehabilitation-CenterOur expert says that the nursing staff did not inform the doctor of patient's deterioration and doctor never saw the patient at allhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/87/Painter-Law-Firm-files-suit-for-family-against-North-Cypress-Medical-CenterWhen an elderly patient fell and hit her head, the nurses did not notify a doctor for dayshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/88/Painter-Law-Firm-files-suit-for-family-against-Heartland-Health-Care-Center-at-Willowbrook-and-Hunaid-Dollar-MDNurses and doctor do not act on signs of a serious systemic infectionhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/82/US-government-study-shows-that-hospitals-cover-up-when-they-injure-patientsRead these three little-known ways that you can increase your odds for a safe hospitalizationhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/79/New-study-shows-tragic-consequences-of-poor-hospital-communicationWhen hospital personnel do not communicate lab or radiology results to a doctor, patients can be injured or diehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/78/Hyponatremia-after-a-head-injury-can-cause-brain-damage-or-deathWith these tips, family members can help prevent low sodium from causing permanent damage or deathhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/76/MartindaleHubbell-recognizes-Robert-Painter-with-prestigious-AV--ratingThe AV ® Rating recognizes 'preeminent' legal ability and ethicshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/68/How-mothers-can-prevent-infant-brain-injuries-during-birthBleeding and decreased fetal movement are two important signs that mothers should report and insist that their OB/GYN fully evaluatehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/66/Robert-Painter-testifies-before-Texas-House-of-RepresentativesH.B. 3520 would prevent hospitals from using 'death panels' to dump patientshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/60/Firm-attorneys-clients-and-friends-enjoy-The-Pointer-Sisters-at-Houston-NW-Chamber-galaPainter Law Firm sponsored the best gala in Chamber historyhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/58/Video--Hospital-death-panels-in-Texas'The Minute Lawyer' series video on the shocking truth about how Texas hospitals and doctors can stop treating you, even if it means you will diehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/61/A-new-idea-to-fix-the-Texas-death-panel-lawBy eliminating immunity, doctors and hospital committee members would have to think twice before stopping carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/56/Instead-of-pointing-fingers-at-each-other-doctors-and-nurses-need-to-focus-on-patient-care-and-safetyPoor communication between doctors and nurses causes dangerous delays in patient carehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/55/Video-Robert-Painter-speaks-about-the-Texas-futile-care-death-panel-lawMany Texans are surprised to learn that the Advance Directives Act of 1999 allows a hospital committee to act as a 'death panel' that can override a patient or family's treatment wisheshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/53/Medicare-1-in-7-patients-is-harmed-during-hospitalization'Hospitals are dangerous places, rife with infection and opportunities for errors'http://www.painterfirm.com/a/49/Surgical-errors-can-be-reduced-with-a-simple-checklistA U.S. Veterans Administration study showed that using a checklist and having simple, open communication among doctors, nurses, and the patient dramatically reduced surgical deaths.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/47/National-College-of-Advocacy-recognizes-Robert-PainterPainter Law Firm attorneys keep their skills current by frequently participating in legal training seminarshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/46/Texas-finally-takes-first-step-in-regulating-pill-millsClinics dish out powerful pain medications without real physician supervision or even a physical examhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/45/Texas-hospitaldoctor-conspiracy-of-silence-exposedIn Kermit, Texas, Winkler County Memorial Hospital fired two nurses after they filed a complaint against a physician for medical negligence. Once exposed, the hospital was fined and settled the nurses' lawsuit.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/43/Pain-management-Check-your-doctors-qualifications-carefullyLooking for board certification in the pain management specialization is not enough for a patient to ensure the doctor is qualified. Learn the questions you should ask your doctor.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/41/Stat-means-now-How-hospitals-bungle-urgent-CT-and-MRI-ordersHospitals can save lives by training their nurses to follow stat physician orders for CT and MRI scans immediately and to contact a doctor when the images are available for reviewhttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/38/Poor-nursing-communication-causes-needless-hospital-injuries-and-deathsNurse-doctor communication is such a problem that the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations requires all hospitals to create policies and procedures to improve nursing communication of critical lab valueshttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/37/Painter-Law-Firm-wins-medical-malpractice-settlement-of-392500000Now this teenager's family has the funds they need to care for their child, who was brain injured because of a Houston-area hospital's negligencehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/15/Rising-health-care-costs-arent-because-of-medical-malpractice-claimsInsurance company payouts in medical malpractice lawsuits are at a historic low, yet health care costs continue to rise. This shows that further tort reform is unneeded and would be ineffectivehttp://www.painterfirm.com/a/2/Developments-in-Texas-Advance-DirectivesAn issue involving medical futility may come up at any time, whether the patient is young or old, insured or uninsured.http://www.painterfirm.com/a/1/Death-panels-already-existAlthough there has been talk of "death panels" during the health care reform debate, we have had them for over a decade in Texas