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I have a history of melanoma.
I pointed out a spot to my dermatologist that ticked a lot of boxes for something suspicious but they diagnosed it as inflammation.
I came back 2-3 months later since it wasn’t healing. The... View More 
answered on Dec 27, 2023
Yes you may have a case.
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.
Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of the injuries may affect... View More
I had back surgery and my condition is worse than before.
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Medical malpractice means the doctor, or other health care provider, acted below the standard of care, and that breach of the standard of care caused harm. This generally must be determined by an expert in the appropriate health care field to review the information and provide their analysis.
My original CAT scan showed my appendix was still intact. I waited between 8-12 hours for my surgery to take place even though they knew I was having pain for 3 days previously & there was a chance my appendix could perforate. It did & I had a bad gangrenous infection & had to stay in... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2023
Yes it is possible this is malpractice. Another doctor would need to review the records and determine if the health care providers breached the standard of care in the delay and if that delay caused your damages. Additionally, the nature and extent of your harm will determine the viability of a... View More
I had surgery on my thumb CMC joint on February 22, 2023. My surgery in the joint went well. However they placed me in a cast for a month after my surgery. I emailed my doctor twice that my cast was too tight and my fingers were swollen and I was in constant pain. The doctor had me go for a cast... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2023
You may have a valid medical malpractice case. Another doctor would need to evaluate what was done to see if the doctors acted below the standard of care and if their malpractice is what caused your damage. Consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney in the state where this occurred.
Are my rights, it is horrific and I have to go to plastic surgery because of it.
answered on Jul 25, 2023
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.
Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your injuries may affect the viability of your case.... View More
Are my rights, it is horrific and I have to go to plastic surgery because of it.
answered on Jul 28, 2023
I'm sorry for your injury. Your rights would depend on whether there was a departure from the medical standard of care that a court would apply in your jurisdiction. A scar, in and of itself, is not conclusive evidence of an error if it was the best that could be done under the circumstances.... View More
Four sore when I was released from hospital need compensation for pain and suffering
answered on Jul 7, 2023
There are many aspects to a medical malpractice case attorneys evaluate. Medical malpractice cases are challenging and exceptionally time consuming. Not all valid cases can go forward.
There have been many cases where an injured person’s case was rejected by many attorneys but was,... View More
I told them no, as did my husband. They breached patient autonomy and did not turn off the medication when I asked. I was badgered constantly from nurses and doctors. This happened in North Carolina.
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answered on Apr 4, 2023
If you believe that a hospital performed a medical procedure without your consent or against your wishes, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit. I'd be very interested in what the medical records say about what happened.
In a medical malpractice case, you would... View More
Hello there, so in February 2023 I had a miscarriage which started at my obgyns office-fast forward to now, I never received a follow up call/message/care and made an appointment for 3/28/23 when I went in to discuss post partum depression and to ask the Dr to fill out some hr paperwork and... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2023
In many cases, an ObGyn must refer a patient to a mental health practitioner who is trained and authorized to diagnose or treat postpartum. You would need to consult with an attorney who can assess whether your ObGyn did anything wrong and, if so, what you might be able to do.
As for... View More
Yes!I was out patient at Astrium Health care hospital in Almareble N.C. On February 4th 2020, I had surgery on my left eye and my retina was damaged. Now it can't be repaired what can I do about it.
answered on Jan 5, 2023
It is possible to file a claim for medical negligence or malpractice in the case of a surgery that did not go as planned. Medical negligence occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide a standard level of care, and as a result, the patient is injured or suffers harm. If you believe that you... View More
I seek guidance on addressing civil rights violations from 12 involuntary civil commitments (IVCs) in North Carolina, 10 within five months. In 11 cases, I was denied proper notice and legal representation, violating N.C. Gen. Stat. § 122C-264(a) and § 122C-268(d). The one time I had counsel, my... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this challenging situation. Start by collecting all documents and records related to each involuntary civil commitment. This evidence will be essential when consulting with an attorney who has experience in mental health and civil rights cases.
To... View More
Had to have a major surgery after to remove the rest and ended up being a hysterectomy
answered on Sep 7, 2024
It would be a medical malpractice attorney.
The viability of a case will depend on what was left, the reasons for it, and what harm was caused.
I live in NC, and it happened in Texas
answered on May 3, 2024
I would suggest a medical malpractice attorney free consultation to obtain additional information .
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I got sick literary the same day and worried I had covid, got test later and it wasn't. Also in minor medical negligence case what: The pleading alleges facts establishing negligence under the existing common-law doctrine of res ipsa loquitur - means. In my case doctor fixed issue but 3 months... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2024
Look into your state’s rule about setting aside judgments for excusable neglect.
No dr or nurse ever said baby tested positive only a dss worker. Dss has taken children and the found lab results are at a time when mother and baby aren't even at hospital yet. Results are another newborns. Hired law firm has disregarded found evidence and children have been pushed through to... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2023
This could be a case. If the proper, convincing evidence can be shown, it may be worth pursuing. Consult with experienced attorneys in the state where this occurred.
In cataract surgery one remains awake but is heavily sedated. I was told take this would be done, but they never sedated me. They wrapped both arms (including my IV access) and restrained me. I exclaimed more than once that I had not been sedated, Still, they drilled into my eye causing severe... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2023
First, I am so sorry to hear about this experience.
Yes, you might have a viable claim against the doctor or medical practice. You could search the directory and reach out to attorneys about evaluating and handling your case. (This page is only for Q&A's, not for connecting with... View More
My daughter (2) had an accident on trampoline. We took her to wakemed urgent care after calling to confirm they do xrays. The complaint we advised dr. Was, "2 days ago her older brother (7) boucned her too high and when she landed her left leg buckled and immediately started crying. Since she... View More
answered on May 26, 2023
Given the limited nature of services available at an urgent care facility, I doubt you can successfully recover anything under the facts and circumstances. It is extremely common for an urgent care to refer a patient with a suspected fracture to a hospital ER for diagnosis and an orthopedic... View More
I've recently had tests done and conversations with doctors that suggest I've had a pinched nerve in my back causing the pain in my feet and not diabetic neuropathy.
answered on May 9, 2023
Collect your medical records and Consult with experienced attorneys.
Central Carolina hospital in Sanford lee county NC. Her name was Vickie McKoy but she was still married so it might have been Matthews. Our lawyer names were Bain and David McRae. She died Dec 09 1999. I'm thinking we started the lawsuit maybe 2001 2002!? I was only 8 then so if you could... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2023
Many court records are online. Otherwise you can go to the courthouse where it likely occurred. There are also pay databases that can search court records.
The WC doctor ordered an EMG/NCS test (#1) in September, 2020 with an abnormal study indicating minimal nerve damage at my L5 nerve root which suggested a possible recovery time of 8 weeks from a slip & fall injury.
WC doctor ordered PT in October 2020 where I was placed on a Lumbar... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2022
Yes, an injured worker can file a separate medical malpractice claim when the doctor is not an employee of the same company. While often referred to as “WC” doctors, they usually are not employed by the company where the worker was injured or the workers’ compensation carrier.... View More
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