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1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law and Nursing Home Abuse for Kentucky on
Q: My mom is in a nursing home and my question is if there is a nurse working there that I would prefer not to care for mom

My mom is in a nursing home and my question is if there is a nurse working there that I would prefer not to care for mom do I have the right to refuse the care of a nurse for my mom in the nursing home? My mom always gets her medicine by 8:30 pm and this one nurse gives it to her between 930 and... View More

Michael Reilly
Michael Reilly
answered on Jun 28, 2017

You need to address your concerns with the nursing supervisor and director of the home. However, if your mother is receiving her medicine as prescribed, it does not appear at this point there is a valid claim for abuse or negligence.

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Indiana on
Q: I have a mmalpractice case in Indiana Pro Se and one of the defendants does not have to participate in the review panel?
Michael Reilly
Michael Reilly
answered on Jun 28, 2017

Your question appears incomplete. More information is needed to provide you an answer. If you are asking if a defendant doctor or provider is not required to participate in the medical review panel process, more information needs to be provided to give an answer to you. If the provider is not... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Kentucky on
Q: Who's to blame, if a person takes another to dinner, which gets hit by champagne cork by the waiter?Waiter or restaurant
Michael Reilly
Michael Reilly
answered on Jun 28, 2017

Both would have some degree of negligence. The restaurant would have potential liability as the employer and responsible for actions of employees.

3 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Kentucky on
Q: We were in an accident in Kentucky in 2015. The at fault driver pulled out in front off us without looking.

The at fault drivers attorney admits 100% fault. My wife fractured her right wrist and is still having pain. Her doctor bills only amounted around $2000. My car was totaled and insurance paid the loan. She is still having pain as of today and will most likely continue on. The defense will only... View More

Michael Reilly
Michael Reilly
answered on Jun 28, 2017

You and your wife should consult with a personal injury attorney. More information is needed to determine if the offer is fair and your wife may need to continue with treatment with ongoing pain.

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