Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Texas

) believe I have a good case for malpractice. I had surgery on my ankle back in February. Within a day or two I developed pneumonia in both lungs. My temp went to 103 and my oxygen level was at 85%. The emergency rapid response team immediately started "stat" xrays and CT scans. I was completely confused, babbling incoherently and thought I was dieing. I wound up in ICU.
I had a visit by the hospitalist (doctor who takes care of patients during the hospital stay) and I asked him why I developed pneumonia so quickly after surgery. He told me and I paraphrase "due to mismanaged airway during surgery". This layed it at the feet of the anesthesiologist. A patient is supposed to be interviewed personally by the anesthesiologist before the surgery to get a medical history from an anesthesia view. I never met or saw such a doctor.
Do you think I need a malpractice attorney? How long can I wait before filing a suit (one year or two?)
Should I return to the hospital and ask the hospitalist about his statement to me in ICU? How could I pull this off without alerting him to a possible lawsuit?

Asked on 11/13/10, 5:36 pm

Parker Polan Briggle & Polan, PLLC

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You have two years to file suit in Texas. You should speak to a lawyer soon. I would be glad to talk with you. 512-472-8318

Answered on 11/18/10, 6:02 pm

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