The dr has not reimbursed me for out of pocket cost and I still do not have my bridge
answered on Feb 20, 2020
Unfortunately, this is not likely to be a case that a med mal attorney would handle. Med mal cases are costly to prosecute and they generally involve a scale of injury/damages that offsets the effort in litigating them. You could look into contacting Georgia attorneys who handle medical claim... View More 
For example, when a person claims they were present when a crime took place, would they have to prove this in anyway or is any person who claims to know something about a case accepted?
answered on Jan 16, 2020
This is typically proven in court on direct and/or cross examination. This is the importance of good legal counsel. If you haven’t already, it is best to contact an attorney who can assist you with the specifics of your case and provide you with tailored representation.
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My dog had a tooth extraction and the veterinary's lack of attention caused a second degree burn.
answered on Nov 28, 2019
This is an unfortunate circumstance. This is a civil matter and you would sue the veterinarian in court. It is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible, preserve evidence (records, pictures, etc.) and any additional vet bills you acquired after trying to help your dog.
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I received service at a ER in Florida 2017. I gave the hospital my insurance information, they billed my insurance and received payment. However, the ER doctor seems to work independent from the hospital and never billed my insurance. They claimed they sent Bills to me which I never received... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2019
It is not uncommon for ambulatory services to be billed separately from the hospital’s bill. It may be best to contact an attorney who specializes in collection services. You may be able to contact your insurance carrier for other options.
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answered on Oct 31, 2019
Unfortunately no lawyer and I doubt any medical professional can conclude there has been negligence by any medical professional just based upon this fact. However it may be worth obtaining all records to see if all certain medical protocols that were followed along with any issue of misdiagnosis... View More
Had spine operation .. Discharge info. given for rehab. was wrong. Patient portal info was never updated to show important information. No post ortho rehab. was setup for weeks, i had to push issue. I don't feel i healed properly considering their incompetence of post-op care. I'm... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2019
A Georgia attorney could answer your question best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the frustration you endured following surgery. However, an attorney would likely need more information to make a meaningful assessment. The nature of the discharge information or patient... View More
If any of my kids were c section babies I told her yes all 3 she laughed at me and made the comment that I cheated.
answered on Oct 15, 2019
There wasn't a question here, but you posted in the Medical Malpractice category and the post remains open for two weeks. If you were wondering if the nurse's conduct creates the basis for a lawsuit, it's difficult to see it. You could check with a Georgia attorney whether they view... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2019
Hello, Doctors involved in the treatment of care may share PHI, or protected health information with each other in order to provide the best quality of care to patients. Unless you signed a waiver of some sort physicians may share information regarding their patients to other physicians treating... View More
We had obamacare at the time of surgery, was then dropped, shortly after the surgery so he cannot goto doctor. The dr. Who did surgery was aware of this, and "super billed" the insurance company? Only three months aftercare was performed because of this insurance issue. He is disabled... View More
answered on May 30, 2019
I do not practice in Georgia, but your question remains open for 4 weeks. Consult with a Georgia med mal attorney who could review the medical history and full surgical and post-op timeline in greater detail. I believe the statute of limitations in Georgia for med mal is two years from the... View More
He was not stable when released and I learned the doctor has had settlements before. I would like to know if there is anything I can do? He was released 6/9/15 and returned 6/10/15, got admitted, but has been disabled since then. My concern is that I know personally another person who he did the... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2019
In Georgia, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is two years from the date of the alleged malpractice. While there are very limited exceptions, this deadline is something that must be met or your right to sue is lost forever. It appears from you question that the statute of... View More
The defense in a malpractice case responded that "plaintiff fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted and, therefore the Complaint should be dismissed in its entirety." I have not yet submitted the exhibits/facts, only the affidavit from the expert witness. Is that what... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2019
This is usually standard verbage many defense put in their answer. Not clear if they answered. Sounds like you are doing this pro-se. I highly suggest you retain counsel if at all possible. If you do have counsel, then, you should discuss this defense asserted and how to respond.
answered on Mar 2, 2019
As a general matter, an attorney could evaluate whether a cause of action might arise on an alternate theory whose statute of limitations is longer. Also as a general matter, an attorney could evaluate if a claimant could fall under certain exceptions based on being a minor or discovery of a... View More
The implanted part is now visible as pushing through her skull. They are quickly ordering a cat scan but my question is about recourse. Thank you.
answered on Jan 9, 2019
Contact a member of the Ga. Trial Lawyers Assn --they give free consults. Don't mention to her ENT that you are doing this--it'll make people worried that they will be involved. She needs to follow up with her ENT ASAP
answered on Jan 25, 2018
A determination, sometimes in a series of alternatives (differential diagnoses) as to the likely cause of a patient's symtoms.
I was in a car accident and saw a chiropractor. They have twice given me a card for a specific lawyer and strongly encouraged me to sue my insurance company to cover the cost of my treatment and pain/suffering. After receiving what seems to be a very overinflated bill, I spoke with chiropractic... View More
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answered on Aug 18, 2017
Your "spider senses" are working very well. There are too many of these folks who "connect" their patients with a lawyer who sues for soft tissue injury.
I'd change to another chiropractor.
I have seen similar instances that started with a... View More
My dad was transported from his brother's house to a hospital about 30 minutes away instead of a local hospital that was about 7 minutes away. The medical records states that my dad's arm was fractured at least 20 days prior to an ambulance being called. My dad was not properly cared for... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2017
Your question presupposes lots of things that may not be facts, but just conjecture. If your father has been abused by anyone, he has a claim against thst person. You do not.
My dad died 2/20/16 shoulder or arm was fractured in 3 places. When transported to first hospital x-ray was done and see there was a fracture that was about 20 days old. My uncle and his son states that they don't know how it was fractured. After the first hospital told my uncle that it... View More
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answered on Jul 30, 2017
You may not be able to get any lawyer to file suit. The statute of limitations is 2 years. But, with not forensic proof or doctor who saw him to say their fault, you likely lose.
I didn't show my license bc how i was treated. I was pulled over for no reason.forced and he took me out my seat belt. What is my right? But he wrongfully lock me up, with a illness and without my medical attention. He searched the vehicle i was in, and had it towed. And it wasn't... View More
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answered on Aug 13, 2017
The one fact, of your narrative, that sticks out, is that this was not your vehicle. If there was a legal basis for that pullover (e.g., the owner had an outstanding warrant, the tag was expired, no insurance on the vehicle, etc.) then the officer had the right to stop the vehicle. Once he or she... View More
Slip and fall
answered on May 20, 2017
There is no first step in tolling a statute of limitations. For a slip and fall in GA, the statute of limitations is 2 years from date of fall. Things that toll the statute are mental incapacity, not yet being 18 years old and death. There could be others.
In the middle of your case,then the lawfirm they left become your lawyer without you knowing
answered on May 3, 2017
They should notify you, but if the old firm is competent, then I would go with it--it's sometimes tough finding a new lawyer in the middle of a case.
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