Texas HB4922 modifies the standard of proof in health care liability claims related to emergency medical care.

Texas HB4922 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to change the standard of proof in health care liability claims arising from emergency medical care. Claimants must now show by a preponderance of the evidence that the physician or health care provider acted with willful and wanton negligence. This applies to emergency care provided in hospital emergency departments, freestanding emergency medical care facilities, obstetrical units, and surgical suites immediately following emergency care. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4922 modifies the standard of proof in health care liability claims related to emergency medical care.

Texas HB4922 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to change the standard of proof in health care liability claims arising from emergency medical care. Claimants must now show by a preponderance of the evidence that the physician or health care provider acted with willful and wanton negligence. This applies to emergency care provided in hospital emergency departments, freestanding emergency medical care facilities, obstetrical units, and surgical suites immediately following emergency care. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.