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During an MRI today I noticed my wedding ring was still on as I was sliding into machine. I waved my hands to stop it so I could remove it. The MRI tech said I’d be fine and didn’t allow me to take it off. The MRI came out blurred because he said I was moving. I was not moving at all. Turns out... View More 
answered on Aug 22, 2024
A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend what the damages were. I do not believe a several week delay in knee surgery would typically be a source of damages - that's an individual opinion - other attorneys could see things differently.... View More
She did sue the doctor. But why can't you sue again because she's had 26 surgeries since then. This is ridiculous. I know the Nevada laws but there should be a way.
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Nevada, as in many jurisdictions, there are legal principles, such as the "one-bite at the apple" rule or the "single recovery" rule, that generally limit individuals from suing multiple times for the same injury. Once a lawsuit is filed and resolved, it typically includes... View More
Xrays abductly. Ordered CAT scan took 2 months for scan and immediate call from Surgeons
assistant. Told Sub tend was completly detached. I went to another surgeon' and had a reversal shoulder surgery .
Surgeon found Irreparable atrophyed and nerve damaged to the sub... View More
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about what you've experienced, especially considering the impact on your career and daily life. It sounds like you may have grounds to pursue a medical malpractice claim based on what you’ve described. Here’s an overview of potential claims and steps you could... View More
for abdominal pain and constipation (2 weeks). A CT was done, no blockage. Dr said she was going to give her an IV to help with the constipation. She was discharged without that happening. She died of a large bowel obstruction about 10 days later. I really would like someone at Renown to... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2024
A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your godmother. One option would be to try to set up a free initial consult with a law firm. If a firm expressed interest in handling the matter, they could investigate in greater... View More
Wrong size leaving me paralyzed and intubated. By the time I was out of ICU I had the beginning of a pressure sore. I have a picture of it and the date on my phone. I was later transferred to a rehab with a stage 4 pressure sore. UC Davis documents to the rehab documents the sore. I just had flap... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2024
You may have a good medical malpractice case. An attorney would need to consult with medical experts to see that what occurred happened because of actions below the standard of care.
My doctor said he was 4 hours late for my surgery because of complications of his patient before me and he also mentioned his patient has the same procedure done
answered on May 3, 2023
It is important you see other doctors right away to see what health care you need. This will also tell you more of what happened and what harm was done to you.
Died 23 days later after kidneys failed. Do I have a case?
answered on Aug 28, 2022
Medical 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.
Dr. Navales, Absolute Dental, incorrectly implanted posts to hold a clip-on denture. Broken posts and extreme pain have been the result. I am currently spending another $10,000 for dental work in another office to be able to have a clip-on denture without constant post breakage and pain. I was... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2022
The California Dental Association has a publication on obtaining your records:
https://www.cda.org/Portals/0/pdfs/fact_sheets/patient_records_english.pdf
Make sure the request is put in writing.
Standard Notices:
NOTICE DEADLINES: There are strict time deadlines... View More
i went in to have eye bag removal and face lift and woke up with some threads that are connected to my bone that cause damage to my face and i did not sign for this and was never told of this ,i have seen 2 plastic surgents that said they cant fix it .That they have never heard of this ,also that... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2022
A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. There wasn't a question included in the post, but you may be wondering what your legal rights are. The first step in finding that out is to reach out to Nevada med mal attorneys. If a... View More
My father is currently in a Nevada hospital, now at day 5 we're told he might not make it. He was having cold like symtoms and slight shortness of breath, he was contemplating even going but decided to just to have them take a look just in case. He wasn't struggling, no signs of of lack... View More
i suffered and got worse for months until a doctor finally figured out, from the ER's EKG that I had a heart attack, and major blockage. Do I have a negligence or malpractice case?
answered on Mar 22, 2020
You could possibly have one. An attorney couldn't offer a definitive answer based on these brief facts alone. But what you describe is the legal theory of "failure to diagnose." As a starting point, you could contact a Nevada medical malpractice attorney to discuss the matter in... View More
I called an ambulance because I couldn't move and was sick and was refused a ride to the hospital and was told I am a waste of space and don't deserve a bed. Ten minutes later I pulled the courage to call again and I told them I was sick and now also having suicidal thoughts.
answered on Jan 18, 2020
I'm sorry for your ordeal. There wasn't a question here, but if you are wondering about your rights, the best option might be to contact a Nevada attorney to discuss the matter in further detail. This could be a fact-intensive matter, where an attorney may want to review any reports that... View More
I signed an I pad agreeing to pay a certain amount and now I have received a bill in the mail 6 months later for $400 they are claiming the insurance didn't cover. Do I have any legal ground to refuse to pay and how do I go forward?
answered on Dec 8, 2019
I would have liked to offer a more unequivocal "yes" or "no" response here, but it is difficult to offer a definite answer without knowing the full terms of any agreements or paperwork/screens you signed, and the nature of the denial. Terms and conditions imposed by the... View More
It was for a monetary position and I think the report was edited before being sent to me verses the report sent to the decision makers in the situation. So she basically changed my medical records before sending them to me *after taking steps to keep me from seeing the report at all. There are... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2018
It is neither liable or legal malpractice. It may be another tort and you may be able to add your own notes to the record.
Even if we discuss your case further, I will not be your attorney until we both sign a fee agreement. There are strict time deadlines so that you must file your... View More
So if the settlement is $50,00 and the fees are $10,000 I believe they must deduct the $10,000 and then take their 40% of $40,000,even if my son signed an agreement in 2015- in his ignorance - that says otherwise
answered on Jul 2, 2018
Unless it is a medical malpractice, the fee agreement determines when the percentage is calculated, before or after costs. If it does not say, then it is whatever benefits the client the most.
How does my vet find how to challenge their ruling.
answered on Feb 12, 2018
I can't speak for Nevada but as a general prinicpal the doctor may only do that which they are authorized to do by the patient or if a minor by the parents.
However when it comes to examination only (and non-invasive tests) Title X funding says no consent required for teens.... View More
2002 My Mother had a c-section and they FORGOT to take OUT the Cathether She Did NOT KNOW about IN 2013 She went to the emergency room Almost dying and the Doctors check her & Did her surgeries ,Thats when they told her they Found A Cathether inside her that caused her to have kidney STONES... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2017
You are right and I suggest you start a campaign to get your state to change it's statute of limitations, but the problem is that when she went and they found the catheter,she knew there was an issue--maybe not a dialysis level issue but there was an issue. The clock started running. She... View More
June 1, 2009 I thought I only had an L4L5 fushion surgery , on 11/09/2016 I learned during that fushion surgery, I also had a Diskectomy surgery by a Doctor I never met, without my knowledge, now I'm experiencing a fail back surgery. One doctor did the L4L5 fushion surgery that I do have... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2017
Ask Justia to take this down, repost without names. Contact a member of the Nv. Trial Lawyers Assn that handles medical claims--they give free consults.
Usually you sign a number of documents, one of which authorizes various doctors some unnamed to assist in surgery. Very often back surgery... View More
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... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2017
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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