DALLAS, TX – Tommy Hastings, founder of The Hastings Law Firm and a board-certified personal injury trial attorney with over two decades of experience, was recently featured as an expert source in a comprehensive Dallas Morning News investigation. The piece examined how evolving laws in Texas are creating new challenges for physicians and patients across the state.
As part of the report, Tommy Hastings provided legal perspective on how changes in healthcare regulation intersect with long-standing standards of medical care. With a career dedicated to representing patients harmed by negligence, he emphasized the importance of clarity between medical best practices and the legal environment that governs providers. He also discussed the significance of patient safety, the responsibilities of hospitals in adhering to national guidelines, and how healthcare providers can mitigate risk through compliance and documentation.
The Dallas Morning News feature included interviews with more than 100 physicians, advocates, and families, documenting wide-ranging effects that legal changes have had on healthcare delivery. Hastings’ contribution highlighted the unique challenges faced by both patients and healthcare providers as they navigate these shifts. The investigation also noted trends in healthcare litigation and the increasing need for specialized legal guidance in medical cases.
Expert Background
Tommy Hastings, who obtained a multi-million-dollar verdict just three months after passing the bar exam, has been selected for Texas Super Lawyers every year since 2010. He is a member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. In addition, Hastings has authored several books on medical malpractice law and regularly lectures on continuing legal education for Texas Bar members. He frequently advises hospitals and physician groups on risk management strategies and patient care compliance, helping ensure adherence to professional standards.
About Hastings Law Firm
Founded in 2005, Hastings Law Firm specializes in medical malpractice, pharmaceutical injury, and medical product liability cases. The firm maintains offices in Dallas, Houston, Austin, The Woodlands, and Phoenix, with attorneys licensed throughout Texas and Arizona. The firm represents clients nationwide and has handled cases involving complex surgical procedures, misdiagnosis, and emergency care incidents.
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Media Contact
Name
Hastings Law Firm Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Contact name
Sicily Mader
Contact phone
(972) 449-9399
Contact address
6060 N Central Expy Suite 575
City
Dallas
State
TX
Zip
75206
Country
United States
Url
https://www.hastingsfirm.com/locations/dallas-medical-malpractice-attorneys/
