Texas Watch's Executive Director, Ware Wendell, submitted written comments to the House Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence in opposition to HB 1745, HB 19, and HB 3166. You can read the comments below.
Texas Watch's Executive Director Ware Wendell was featured in KXAN investigative reporter Matt Grant's latest story, "‘Meaningful’ bill protecting patient safety thanks to KXAN investigation, lawmaker says." Ware was quoted saying, “Matt Grant with KXAN has done yeoman’s work in identifying problems at the medical board,” Wendell told lawmakers.
Texas Watch's Executive Director Ware Wendell was featured in Austin Bureau/USA Today Network John C. Moritz's article in the Caller Times and the Austin American Statesman about legislation that creates a court for corporate interests.
Texas Watch's Executive Director Ware Wendell was featured in investigative reporter Matt Grant's latest article about an important patient safety bill that will shed light on past disciplinary actions taken against doctors. Please click here to read the full article.
Austin investigative reporter Avery Travis recently published an article in KXAN called, "‘Dangerous to be old:’ How can Texas prevent abuse in long-term care facilities?"
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Patients need to understand the risks and complications associated with a medical procedure so they can make an informed decision. The Texas Medical Disclosure Panel, which develops disclosure language, is supposed to help patients; however, this panel currently only consists of doctors and lawyers. HB 148 by Rep. Julie Johnson requires the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel to actually include members from the public.
Many Texans pay extra to protect themselves if they are hit by a driver with no insurance or too little insurance. A wrongly-decided Texas Supreme Court decision lets insurance companies force you to go to court before they have to pay on these types of auto claims. That makes no sense. Insurance companies are in the business of assessing fault, determining damages, and paying claims.
We need legislation this session to ensure our vehicles are repaired safely! Please tell your lawmakers to SUPPORT HB 1437 and HB 1321 by Rep. Clardy and SB 554 by Sen.
Insurance companies prey on vulnerable Texans. After a wreck, they often swoop in and try to get you to settle on the cheap before you know the full extent of your damages and medical costs. HB 150 by Rep. Julie Johnson fixes this, stopping "swoop and settle" insurance schemes!
