Hightower v. Baylor University Medical Center

OPINION

Opinion By

Justice O’NEILL.

Jennifer and Dale Hightower appeal from the trial court’s orders dismissing their case for failure to file an adequate expert report. In two issues, the High-towers contend: (1) the trial court erred in dismissing their case because the expert reports complied with the law; and (2) the expert report requirements violate the Texas Constitution. We overrule the Hightowers’ issues and affirm the trial court’s interlocutory orders.

Background

The Hightowers’ son, Joshua, suffered from chronic kidney disease and needed a transplant. He received a transplant on May 4,…