Skilled Nursing Facility – Houston, TX Claim: Dementia resident developed severe UTI that went untreated, leading to sepsis, and a stage 3 sacral pressure ulcer. Resident quickly declined and passed away as a result of the infections. Assisted Living Facility – Burleson, TX Claim: Resident, who was blind, suffered multiple falls in the facility. The […]
Skilled Nursing Facility – El Paso, TexasClaim: 34-year-old with cerebral palsy fell, breaking multiple bones in leg which required surgery to repair. Developed severe stage 4 pressure ulcer on hip, which resident suffered from until passing away months later. Skilled Nursing Facility – Missouri City, TexasClaim: High-fall risk resident was not closely monitored. After an […]
We are proud to announce that three of our exceptional attorneys have been recognized and selected for the prestigious Best Lawyers list for 2024! Mark Taylor was selected as a Best Lawyer for the categories of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Commercial Litigation for the 5th year. Jennifer Birdsall and Wesley Scarborough were selected […]
The first question we ask when a potential case involves bedsores is “what stage is the bedsore?” Bedsore staging is the process of classifying pressure ulcers based on their severity. Pressure ulcers, or bedsores, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissues when a person remains in one position for too long without shifting their […]
Powers Taylor LLP is pleased to announce that associate Jennifer Birdsall has been selected by Super Lawyers for inclusion in the 2023 Texas Rising Stars List. Ms. Birdsall has been honored by Super Lawyers for her outstanding work in the practice areas of medical malpractice. This is her third consecutive year to earn this honor […]
Skilled Nursing Facility – Kyle, TXClaim: Facility allowed resident to develop severe stage 4 bedsore, leading to death. Skilled Nursing Facility – Rockwall, TXClaim: High fall risk dementia patient fell and fractured hip after admission, facility failed to transport to hospital for two days, resident passed away a month later. Skilled Nursing Facility—Houston, TXClaim: Resident […]
Powers Taylor LLP is seeking a litigation associate for the firm’s nursing home litigation practice. This attorney position will be responsible for managing a large volume of nursing home cases throughout Texas from initial case evaluation through settlement or trial. This position will provide an opportunity to handle all aspects of personal injury litigation, including […]
For the fourth consecutive year, partner Patrick Powers was named as one of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas. This exclusive list includes the top lawyers over 40 specialities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Lawyers must be nominated by their peers and then evaluated by a panel of respected lawyers before being selected. “It’s an honor every time […]
This month, Powers Taylor celebrated one of our favorite firm traditions – Texas State Fair day! We braved the October heat and headed to the fair grounds for plenty of fried food, games, and rides. Our favorite bites this year included southern fried chicken fettuccine alfredo balls, champagne jello hot shots, and deep fried Nutella […]
After another great year of litigating, partner Patrick Powers has been named as one of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas. He was named a best lawyer in the Tort Product & Medical Liability Litigation: Plaintiff category. This exclusive list includes the top lawyers over 34 specialities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Lawyers must be […]
Another year, another wonderful Thanksgiving potluck lunch! Everyone stepped up and made some delicious dishes again this year. We’re so thankful to have such a wonderful work family!
The phrase “frivolous lawsuit” is one we have likely all heard in our lives. It drums up an image of money-hungry lawyers filing unnecessary lawsuits that damage companies and impede on the growth of business. The phrase has been touted as the reason states need to enact tort reform laws that limit the ability of […]