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Posted on Oct. 19 2022 in Blog,Medical Malpractice Cases
When we examine data available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we can see that on any single day, approximately one out of every 31 patients in the hospital has at least one healthcare-acquired infection. Not every infection that a person sustains in a healthcare setting is the fault of a medical provider, but there are steps that healthcare workers can and should take to prevent infections from occurring. In some cases, bacterial infections could be considered medical malpractice. How Could an Infection Be a Medical Mistake? When Johns Hopkins released data showing that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the country, most
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Posted on Jul. 27 2020 in Dangerous Drug Information,Medical Malpractice Cases
The idea of telemedicine is not new. Technology has reached a point where it is feasible for patients to regularly interact with their physicians through wireless means. However, since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, the popularity and use of telemedicine has dramatically increased. However, what happens if a doctor or other medical professional makes a mistake while administering care through telemedicine? Here, we want to discuss medical malpractice claims in the realm of telemedicine. When do medical malpractice cases arise? In general, medical malpractice cases arise when a doctor makes a mistake that causes harm to a patient. That is a very simplistic definition, and obviously these cases become
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Posted on Feb. 2 2020 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Disclaimer: While we find famous medical malpractice cases intriguing, please note that our firm primarily focuses on representing individuals who have experienced personal injury or medical malpractice themselves. We do not provide legal assistance or information related to celebrity cases. If you or a loved one is seeking legal guidance for a personal injury or medical malpractice matter, please contact us for a free consultation. We are here to help you with your unique situation. A Comprehensive Look at Medical Malpractice Suits and Notable Cases Medical malpractice cases can take on many forms, with multiple causes and a wide variety of results. Often, medical malpractice cases gain notoriety, either for the
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Posted on May. 14 2019 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Misdiagnosis is a common form of medical malpractice. Medical industry standards do not expect physicians to make correct diagnoses 100% of the time, but they do expect doctors to follow a certain protocol for the most accurate conclusions. A physician’s neglect to listen to symptoms, recommend tests, or refer the patient to a specialist could result in preventable medical misdiagnosis. Although a negligent physician can misdiagnose virtually any condition, some ailments lead to misdiagnosis more often than others. If this has happened to you or a loved one, reach out to our Louisville medical malpractice attorneys for a free case evaluation. Cancer Diagnosing cancer can be difficult because of the
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Posted on Feb. 9 2017 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Here’s a frightening statistic: More than 250,000 people die each year in the United States because of medical errors. According to a recent analysis by Johns Hopkins University, medical mistakes outrank the official third-leading cause of death — respiratory disease — among Americans. The Centers for Disease Control doesn’t give medical errors their own category on death certificates, although the problem is significant. If you’ve reached this page because you or someone you know has suffered a personal injury in Kentucky caused by malpractice, contact our Louisville medical malpractice lawyers today to schedule a free initial consultation. Research has found that just 1 percent of U.S. doctors are at fault
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Posted on Oct. 14 2016 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Severe pain, metal poisoning, lost mobility and noticeable shortening of limbs are among the adverse effects behind a potential hip replacement recall. The LFIT CoCr V40 Head, made by Stryker Orthopaedics, is a hip implant component that replaces a patient’s femoral head that connects with the hip joint socket. The LFIT — or Low Friction Ion Treatment — Anatomic head appears to be defective and may soon be subject to recall. If you’ve experienced a personal injury in Louisville due to a defective Styker hip replacement, contact our experienced team today to schedule a free initial consultation and case evaluation. You deserve to be compensated for your pain. Corrosion, Fracturing
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Posted on Jul. 15 2015 in Medical Malpractice Cases
While there are a lot of things individuals can do to take care of their own health, at one time or another most people find themselves in situations where they are relying on medical professionals to treat some sort of ailment. When a person is being treated, they are forced to relinquish control, and trust that the professionals are applying their knowledge and expertise in order to give their patient the best chance for healing. As a Louisville personal injury lawyer, we see doctors, nurses, and other staff truly do everything they know how to help a patient Sometimes, even their best results in death or worsening of an illness or injury.
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Posted on Jul. 13 2015 in Medical Malpractice Cases
One of the skills people most like to highlight in their resume is “good communication skills.” This is something that is almost always sought after because when a person truly has these skills it can make a big difference when it comes to the quality of work they will be able to do, their ability to limit and manage stressful situations, and even improve the dynamic of relationships. If you’ve reached our page because you or a loved one has experienced a personal injury due to a medical professional’s failure to communicate, contact our Louisville medical malpractice lawyers to schedule a free initial consultation and case evaluation. Communication Between Medical
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Posted on Jan. 30 2015 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical products which are manufactured and sold for one application can be used by physicians for other purposes. This “off-label” use is perfectly legal. It relies on the medical judgment of the responsible physician for safety. But there’s a possible danger as well – because the product hasn’t been tested for that specific use, a physician may not be aware of the dangers. This is why the FDA issues warnings to the medical community when it finds out about misuse. The current Food and Drug Administration warning concerns an off-label use for bone graft substitutes. We usually think of bone as a desiccated, rock-like material, more like porcelain than a
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Posted on Sep. 11 2014 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Kentucky is soon to decide what is proving to be an extremely hotly contested election. Mitch McConnell, the Senate Majority Leader, is facing off against Alison Lundergan Grimes, Kentucky’s Secretary of State, for McConnell’s Senate seat, and the campaign has been muckraking, to say the least. It is extremely close, and there are a few hot-button issues that are serving to set voters on one side or the other. The issue of medical malpractice reform has come up again and again in the media, and has the potential to polarize voters. Current State of Medical Malpractice in Kentucky As it stands right now, the current climate for medical malpractice in
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