Q: Medical malpractice for Nevada Can a retired doctor still get sued even though he moved out of state?
had doctor for many years as a primary, doctor never asked to have blood work done when he was a new patient or did a physical, doctor retired two years ago, was diagnosed with chronic kidney failure May of 2016, when doctor retired & moved out of state, he gave his medical chart/information to me so I can find a new doctor. New doctor did the procedures and that is when I found out that I was sick
A: Yes, though you may have a statute of limitations issue. Contact a member of the Nevada Justice Assn who handles medical negligence ASAP, as Nevada requires a medical opinion within that time.NJA members give free consultations.
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