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answered on Feb 22, 2017
Follow up with a doctor. Unless the untreate blood pressure did something, you wouldn't have much of a claim. Reason is you only get compensated for what did happen, not what could have happened.
my blood pressure was 230/106 they gave me a pill there then released me without further medications just told me go find a primary care doctor.. when I was released my blood pressure was still high...
answered on Feb 19, 2017
Doesn't sound like anyhthing happened. You don't give more than medication if there isn't some emergent problem causing the spike.
You may want to see a cardiologist.
My daughter is in the process of filing a suit against a Dr. who botched spinal surgery. After another Dr. in his practice attempted to fix his mistakes (as best he could), the original Dr. was fired from this practice. He found a new job in another town, same state. We just got word today that he... View More 
answered on Feb 15, 2017
Medical malpractice cases can be pursued against the estate of the Dr..
There is a short statute of limitations --2years for med mal from the date the injury occurred and you must find an independent and qualified doctor who will state a breach in the standard of care has occurred.... View More
Last year in the end of april I broke both my legs and my right ankle. The left leg healed quickly with plates and a pin. The right leg had an external fixator because of my ankle for approx 3 months. After removal fixator I was told I could start weight bearing in a few days and start PT shortly... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
Not sure why you had the fractures. Suggest you contact a member of the Florida Justice Assn --they give free consultations.
I don't think you would have a successful malpractice case but get the consultation. As to the bills, you may have been disabled for one year or more in which... View More
Is there any other options like mediation or arbitration?
answered on Dec 13, 2016
No, but if you haven't already speak with a member of the Florida Justice Assn--they give free consults.
The law is that way because doctors organized and lobbied. If you think the law doesn't give justice work with others to lobby, to change the law, as a memorial to your loved ones.
Went to the ER because i have a bad rash on both sides of my legs towards the crotch area and also under my breast and i was with my son. And they put me in a room with a chair doctor comes in and right away insit to see the rash i told him my son is in there and that i need to lay down in order... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2016
Emergency room visits are normally more expensive. I think the doctor was telling you that you were wasting your money; or that your insurance would probably have a higher deductible.
I was informed by his assistant that he did not sterilize his handpieces and reused dirty burs. He keeps sending me bills but no impression was taken for these crowns. I am still in temporary crowns and have no intention of going back.
answered on Sep 26, 2016
This is not criminal in any way as the question is marked. What the assistant is meaningless and likely spiteful against the dentist for some reason. This is not actionable without proof. You need to dispute the bill with the dentist as yo why you are being charged. If it was for the visit/exam... View More
He went in for a colonoscopy and it seems he had a hernia, causing his stomach to push up into his chest, the acid spilling into his throat and into his lung. His been in the ICU for 10 days and in the hospital for a total of 14 days. Is he able to sue, should he sue, and what chance does he have... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2016
To answer the questions requires a look at the medical records. I would suggest that as he's in the ICU he needs max medical care. To avoid scaring off doctors, do not question in an accusing way what has happened. Doctors will then be worried that you are "lawsuit oriented" and be... View More
The doctor is aware that she performs these major surgery post op procedures and dressing changes. She's not a nurse, PA, MA, ARNP or even a CNA. She also doesn't identify herself as not being a nurse when the patient calls her nurse. Does malpractice insurance cover a non medical staff... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2016
They are covered by malpractice. Whether anything amounts to fraud is more complicated, as much depends on provider agreements, federal regulations. But as long as you need care there your best avenuje would be to tun it anonymously by the Tricare fraud control. But they may not take anonymous... View More
I we not given anything to help prevent my legs from getting blood clots after spending 3 days in the hospital. I'm sure I don't have any blood clots but my legs are in large amounts of pain due to this because they assumed it would be ok since I had just barley under a normal platelet... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2016
First you should see a doctor about the pain to determine its cause. If it's determined that the problem would have been preventable, then you should consult with an attorney.
I went to a plastic surgeon in Miami to have lipo done and when I booked the surgery they convinced me to purchase a package called far away. In this package I was told I would go to a mansion with 24 hr nurses. can I sue these people for putting me in danger there were no 24hr nurse, it... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2016
If it caused you a problem as a reult, yes. If it didn't then no--you can only make a claim if a negligent act causes you a problem that you wouldn't have had. However, you can make a complaint to the Health Department in Florida as well as other boards that regulate surgical centers. I... View More
I was seen by whom I had believed to be a Dr.(turned out he was a PA). I had believed that I might have had a rotator cuff injury . Upon seeing the PA I was injected with either prednisone or hydrocortisone and was then sent to their neighboring
clinic for physical therapy. The PA had... View More
answered on May 3, 2016
I recommend getting copies of your medical records and consulting with a local attorney.
So I had the procedure and I woke up this morning at 6am feeling like my body was on fire, I had hives all over and I was itching so bad. I called the hospital and told them and they told me to come in ASAP cause I was having a allergic reaction. Come to find out the contrast had iodine in it, why... View More
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answered on Apr 9, 2016
Medical malpractice cases are quite expensive, risky, and complicated. It appears that you had an allergic reaction to the Iodine and the hospital failed to take this into account; however, if the injuries were minor, it would be a tough case from a practical standpoint to handle due to the... View More
Hello my son has a pressure ulcer due to a cast that was put on to tight on his left leg for a fractured knee and has been hospitalized since Friday... His orthopedic was noticed several time about my son being in so much and and crying historically when his office only give me just prescription... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2015
It does not sound to me from what you have written that you have a case, but the best thing to do is to go see a medical malpractice attorney for a full discussion.
I had rhinoplasty with a plastic surgeon and obviously signed a ton of waivers agreeing I wouldn't hold them legally responsible for anything.
HOWEVER the surgeon guaranteed me in writing I would "be very, very happy". He also told me I would be asleep in the surgery, when I... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2015
You should go to see a medical malpractice attorney for a full discussion about this.
answered on Aug 10, 2015
Perhaps. did you get to a medical malpractice attorney back then when you asked this question?
Strax has given me another Dr. because Dr is suspended. I am afraid of this next surgery and don't know if it is malpractice or not. How do i proceed?
answered on Aug 9, 2015
Go see a malpractice attorney, they do not answer questions here usually.
What do we do now? my son is sick because of this dentist. Re-using needles my son now has Hep C and HIV
Please help us with this nightmare
answered on Aug 9, 2015
Have you thought about going to see a medical malpractice attorney?
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