In November of last year, Preferred Care of Plano filed for bankruptcy, referencing more than 160 lawsuits as the reason. However, loved ones of residents who had been living at the nursing home claimed the operator was simply trying to avoid taking responsibility for countless cases of abuse and neglect. According to those who filedContinue reading “Texas-Based Nursing Home Provider Files Bankruptcy to Avoid Lawsuits”
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When Can I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you think you might have a personal injury lawsuit on your hands, the first thing you need to do is find out what the timeline is for filing this type of case in Texas. The personal injury lawyers at Wormington & Bollinger will be able to advise you on this, helping you get anyContinue reading “When Can I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?”
McKinney, TX. Wormington & Bollinger Law Firm prevails in appeal against Baylor Health Care System
Wormington & Bollinger is litigating a lawsuit pending in Wise County Texas, against Baylor Health Care System and others for damages related to injuries their client sustained as a result of opiate over sedation during a surgical procedure. Baylor Health Care System argued to the trial court and now to the Fort Worth Court ofContinue reading “McKinney, TX. Wormington & Bollinger Law Firm prevails in appeal against Baylor Health Care System”
Details Released Involving Tyler Nurse Facing Murder Charges
A nurse at a local Tyler hospital is being charged with murder after three incidents that led to the death of one patient and left two others in a ‘persistent vegetative state.’ William George Davis is facing one count of murder following information on his actions back in August 2017. Employed by the CHRISTUS TrinityContinue reading “Details Released Involving Tyler Nurse Facing Murder Charges”
Local Nursing Home Accused of Over-Drugging Patients
Every year, hundreds of elderly Americans come under the care of nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and independent living communities. The providers and caregivers that work at nursing homes are supposed to provide our loved ones with the care and attention they deserve, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. Nursing home residents areContinue reading “Local Nursing Home Accused of Over-Drugging Patients”
Wormington & Bollinger Client Wins Appeal, Moves on to Supreme Court
Attorneys at Wormington & Bollinger recently represented Texas parents in a medical malpractice lawsuit against Dr. Marc Wilson at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Denton, winning in a court of appeals. The case was brought against Wilson and Texas Health after our client, identified as M.A., was treated negligently when giving birth to her baby.Continue reading “Wormington & Bollinger Client Wins Appeal, Moves on to Supreme Court”
Distracted Driving Laws in Texas
Believe it or not, distracted driving has been compared to driving while intoxicated, sometimes it may be considered even more dangerous. About 25% of car accidents in Texas are caused by driver’s being distracted or not paying attention. Obviously, as one would be able to guess, drivers who are distracted are way more at riskContinue reading “Distracted Driving Laws in Texas”
What is premises liability?
If you have heard the term premises liability, you may be wondering what exactly that means. A premise liability lawsuit is one that involves a property owner and any responsibility that he or she may hold in the damage or injury caused to a person as a result of a hazard on said property owner’sContinue reading “What is premises liability?”
What Not to Do After a Car Accident
Car accidents happen every single day in the United States and unfortunately many results in devastating injuries and death. It seems there is a lot of information out there regarding what steps to take following a car accident, but what about the things you should never do? Being involved in a car accident is undoubtedlyContinue reading “What Not to Do After a Car Accident”
What to Do if You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is a serious problem in the United States right now, and it can come in many different forms. While many people immediately think of physical abuse when they hear of a nursing home resident being abused, this is not always the case. Emotional, financial, sexual, and mental abuse are also quite commonContinue reading “What to Do if You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse”