Malpractice statutes of limitations often do not begin to run until discovery (or should have discovered), with a cap of time. You should consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred who can review the facts of your particular case and determine if you... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

You discovered the retained object on June 6, 2025, which triggers South Carolina’s two-year statute of limitations for medical-malpractice claims from the date of discovery.

You should immediately request and preserve all surgical and medical records, then secure an expert affidavit... View More

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answered on Jun 13, 2025

What you experienced sounds incredibly upsetting, and you have every right to be disturbed by that encounter. A physician sharing graphic details about other patients—especially without consent—is not only unprofessional but may also be a serious breach of patient confidentiality. On top of... View More

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. It's possible you could, depending on the findings of your current specialist and other supporting medical documentation, such as neurological tests, AND demonstrating that those findings resulted from... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

If your child was given the HPV vaccine without your consent, you may have grounds for legal action, as parents generally have the right to make medical decisions for their children. Since you had previously refused the vaccine, the first step is to gather any evidence of your refusals, such as... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

It sounds like you're going through a challenging situation. If you were discharged from Oconee Memorial Hospital despite expressing concerns about your dizziness and feeling unready, you may have grounds to explore your legal options. Hospitals are required to make decisions about discharge... View More

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answered on Sep 1, 2024

It is not normal or acceptable behavior for nurses or any medical professionals to speak in a disrespectful or insensitive manner about a patient, especially in such a vulnerable setting as a suicide ward. This kind of comment is unprofessional and violates the ethical standards expected in... View More

A doctor, on review the records, would need to inform us if it was negligence to not know the location of the cyst prior to the surgery. 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... View More

You voluntarily responded to your PCP, so no privacy invasion, or HIPPA- which is improper disclosure to third persons. Malpractice? Probably not. Even if it was one of these violations, you probably do not have any significant damages that would be recognized as compensable in a Court of law. This... View More

Not all bad results are malpractice, the health care provider must have acted below the standard of care. What you describe does sound like malpractice but a doctor would have to confirm the breach of the standard of care. Consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in your state.

If this occurred 5 years ago, it may be beyond the time limit to sue. Consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney in your state.

What the nurse did might have been below the standard of care, depending on your condition--another health care provider would have to give your... View More

First, let me express my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother under such unexpected circumstances. I am so sorry to hear the tragedy you are experiencing.

Second, with respect to your specific question the answer is that it depends. Everything should be documented in the... View More

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. No one here could answer your question as to whether you have a case. A doctor would need to evaluate the impact of what you suffered as a result of taking the medicine you mention.

You could reach... View More

There is nothing prohibiting that if your mother agrees.

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. It could depend on the nature of the follow-up visits - in SOME jurisdictions, it might have relevance in terms of the continuing treatment doctrine, among other possible considerations. A South Carolina... View More

I am sorry to hear about your difficulties. You should contact your attorney and have a very frank conversation. Let them know you are concerned about the legal representation you are receiving. Tell them that you are concerned about the amount of the recovery and the affect your injuries have... View More

You could look into a different staffing organization. That's a personal decision you don't need a lawyer to make - the choice is yours. There could be any number of reasons for the problems you describe, but the bottom line is that you have to feel comfortable with the person caring for... View More

A lot depends on if it would have made a difference. Contact attorney Carl Jacobson in Charleson. He gives free consults. Tell him I suggested you call.

Contact whateverPCP you have now. A suggestion--don't be hypercritical of the neurosurgeon. You don't want a reputation as a "difficult patient."

No one could tell that without being a doctor, seeing the autopsy report, seeing ALL of her medical records. For starters, why not consult a member of the S.C. Assn for Justice--they give free consultations.