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Your current state is Ohio
if yea i thought there is a 2 year statute of limitation
My brother was held in a facility for three days where officers ignored his repeated claims of being paralyzed. After an inmate contacted my sister about the situation, she called the facility, which then took action. I am concerned about the officers' inaction despite my brother's... View More 
I am not a named defendant in a malpractice suit filed in January 2023, but I received a subpoena because the plaintiff wants to depose me. Can they still add me as a defendant?
I was mistakenly given Metformin, a diabetes medication, by my pharmacy, even though I do not have diabetes. I have been taking it for over three weeks, experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, and a reduced appetite. I have proof that they dispensed the wrong medication. I plan to visit the pharmacy... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2025
Sorry to hear what happened to you. Without minimizing what you went through, temporary vomiting and diarrhea, without more, will not justify the time and expense of a malpractice lawsuit. You should certainly report the matter to the pharmacy and perhaps try to get reimbursed for any medical and... View More
I started experiencing tingling in my left hand and arm in December 2023, which developed into severe pain. Over 2024, I visited various specialists. In September, a sports orthopedist suspected a pinched nerve and recommended chiropractic treatment. I began receiving neck adjustments from a... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
Yes this a potential case. There may be liability, not just on the chiropractor, but also on the sports orthopedist. For all doctors, an evaluation have to be made if they breached the standard of care and what harm the breach caused.
I am seeking legal assistance regarding a medical malpractice case involving my father's surgery. He was scheduled for back surgery, and prior to that, he underwent laser stomach surgery. After the surgeries, he experienced severe stomach pain and bloating. Despite our continuous reporting to... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
I'm very sorry to hear of your father's passing. It sounds like you may have a valid malpractice case, but as with all such cases its success will depend on the specific facts and timing. For medical malpractice cases, there is a 1-year Statute of Limitations, meaning you must file your... View More
I'm seeking potential loopholes in Rule 9 of the North Carolina statute concerning a malpractice case against a non-resident. The case involves a non-resident who has suffered from a Small Bowel Obstruction. Although he refused one treatment, he was never offered a second treatment or... View More
I had a mastectomy on October 17, 2024. Despite going in with stage 1 cancer, I was left with stage 2 or 3 cancer after the surgery. This occurred in Coos Bay, OR. I have not undergone any surgery operations since then. I am seeking legal advice on what actions I can take regarding this medical... View More
Why did the Florida Department of Health close my malpractice complaint despite providing clear evidence of tampered images from the provider's electronic health records? My complaint involved excision surgery performed instead of the scheduled MOHs surgery, resulting in permanent damage. The... View More
Around the same time last year, my mother was admitted to St. Jude Hospital for a brain tumor biopsy. During her recovery, she experienced severe constipation and vomiting for more than five days. Despite her history of colon issues, the doctors only administered stool softeners and an X-ray. A CT... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
In California, a malpractice claim generally turns on whether the care team met the standard that reasonably careful doctors would follow in the same situation. If your mother’s history of colon problems and five days of worsening symptoms were clear warning signs, a prompt CT scan might be... View More
Due to outdated equipment during my wife's hysteroscopy last October, we lost our embryo and had to redo the procedure, which resulted in my wife being hospitalized at Memorial Central for six days. The doctor admitted before the procedure that the equipment was outdated, but claimed he was... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
You have every reason to pursue legal action based on the facts you’ve shared. The use of outdated medical equipment, especially when its limitations were known in advance by the doctor, raises serious questions about negligence and standard of care. When a provider knowingly proceeds with a... View More
I have been on medication for schizoaffective disorder for the past 10 years, leading to a 150 lbs weight gain. My doctor has advised that I need to continue the medication indefinitely. I've been informed about the risk of medicine-induced weight gain, which has been confirmed by my PCP.... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
It sounds like you've been dealing with significant challenges related to your treatment, and it's understandable that you're frustrated by the weight gain and potential misdiagnosis. Medical malpractice claims generally arise when there is evidence of negligence, such as improper... View More
In approximately 2012, my friend's 6-year-old son, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, fell down concrete stairs at Little Acorns daycare, resulting in severe brain damage. He is now 19 years old, unable to walk or live independently, and requires full-time care, which I provide. The... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
This situation is heartbreaking, and the long-term impact on your friend's son—and on you as his full-time caregiver—deserves serious legal attention. However, the time that has passed since the injury is a major hurdle. In most states, including those with extended statutes for minors,... View More
On November 4, 2024, my 75-year-old uncle experienced a fall at a rest area that resulted in a brain injury. At the hospital, he mentioned he couldn’t remember if he hit his head, yet they only checked his left shoulder, elbow, and knee before sending him home. On March 28, 2025, he collapsed,... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
I'm sorry to hear of your uncle's injuries. With personal injury and malpractice cases, it's important to act swiftly as there are Statutes of Limitation that apply and may prevent a claim from being made if it is made too late. For medical malpractice in CA, the SOL is 1 year from... View More
I experienced a medical malpractice incident nearly six months ago at UC San Diego Health, and I am seeking compensation for my injuries. Does the California Tort Claims Act apply to UC San Diego Health, and if so, does that mean they are considered a public entity requiring me to file a claim... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
UC San Diego Health is part of the University of California system, which is treated as a state or public entity for tort purposes. Under the California Tort Claims Act, claims against public entities must follow special administrative steps before you can sue.
This means you’ll need to... View More
I fell on 9/8/24, and my doctor ordered a specific care plan which was not followed by the rehab facility during my stay. Despite my doctor being notified and expressing concern, the facility disregarded his orders, leading to an infection that required a sixth surgery. I have records of the... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
I’m sorry you’re facing this difficult situation. Start by gathering all your medical records, doctor’s notes, rehab facility communications, infection treatment logs, and any photographs you might have of the injury site.
Next, you should reach out to an attorney who handles medical... View More
In September 2022, I visited the ER for a cat bite and was informed I received a tetanus shot. I recently discovered that I also received a COVID vaccine without my knowledge or consent. I am seeking advice on possible legal recourse, as I would never have agreed to receive the COVID vaccine. I... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
You will need to contact Vaccine Injury Attorneys directly. I am not one.
On April 11, 2025, my mother experienced symptoms that looked like a stroke along with a high fever. Despite our urgent requests for medical attention, the hospital's nurse staff and doctor failed to respond adequately, neither ordering tests nor providing immediate care. For three days, she... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
What you describe has the earmarks of a significant malpractice case. Malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
Experienced malpractice attorneys can evaluate the case.
On March 11th, I went to the emergency room for kidney stones and was diagnosed with an 8 mm stone, which required sonar treatment to break up. However, because I am a Kaiser patient, they denied the treatment, stating it wasn't urgent enough for the ER. They scheduled the procedure for April... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Failure to provide treatment when needed can be malpractice. In addition to malpractice, the harm caused by the malpractice needs to be sufficient such that an award in a malpractice case would warrant the time and expense.
In Texas, my sibling presented a notarized Power of Attorney, reportedly signed by our mother, who was under Medicaid and in poor health. This was done without involving other siblings or reaching an open, written agreement. Our mother had suffered a severe fall due to an incident with an American... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
To successfully challenge the use of a POA before your mother's death, you will need to prove that, at the time she signed the POA, she was mentally incompetent to do so, she was under duress (someone threatened her with bodily harm),or it was obtained by fraud (she reasonably believed she was... View More
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