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answered on Aug 4, 2016
Not sure what you mean as you don't "put in" a root canal--if you mean they filled wrong cavity etc, if there is a downside possibly; if nothing bad happened it legally is a "so what?"
If there is fallout, the question is is it significant enough and clear enough... View More 
In 2010 I had oral surgery with the intent of receiving dental implants. I had all my top teeth removed, as well as all but eight on the bottom. I paid $39,000 for the implants, but never got them. The anchor's fell out of my gums and the dentist kept putting them back in. I was in so much... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2016
Generally it's three years though it depends on the circumstances when there is contrinuing care.Suggest you immediately contact a member of the NJ Assn for Justice who handles medical cases--they give free consultations.You may have a possible contract claim or breach of warranty which have... View More
I recently cut my foot on glass while cleaning my kitchen. I went to my local hospital ER and got stitches. 3 weeks lafter after realizing the wound was not healing properly and it was still severely hurting I took a closer look and realized there was what turned out to be a penny sized chunk of... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2016
If you believe that you may have a cause of action against this physician for what you believe was negligence, then you should consult an attorney. Given the stated facts, it is questionable if you do, but it may be worth having an in person consulation with an attorney. Good luck.
I caught pink eye from my son and went to the doctor for medication. I was told to go to the ER and the medication I received made my pink eye worse and has resulted in inflammation on my iris and moon like craters on my iris. I have to take medication to try and reverse the damage done. My vision... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2016
Yes you can sue, how much you will get is the question. For a malpractice suit you will have to prove how the doctors treatment of you deviated from the normal standard of care. Just because a medication does not work for you does not give you a good lawsuit, that is why is called malpractice.... View More
I just discovered that it was recalled (Adcon-L). A similar suit was filed: http://www.vawd.uscourts.gov/OPINIONS/WILSON/701CV00314.PDF . I do not know if a class action suit was filed.
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answered on Oct 28, 2015
To properly answer your questions and address your concerns, the best way to handle this is with an in person consultation with an experienced attorney. Good luck.
In my case, Hemotomo formed in her back due to improper stitchs after Episiotomy which results in second operation for new mom within 10 hrs of delivery.
answered on Aug 25, 2015
More information is needed to evaluate. Talk to a local medical malpractice lawyer, who can investigate and advise.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is... View More
During the surgery I couldn't breath and the doctor didn't provided necessary care. I had local anesthesia, and when I told him that I cannot breath and I felt the pain he told me that I make him nervous. Also, he asked to have more anesthesia but didn't do anything for breathing. I... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2015
More information is needed to determine if you have a claim. Talk to a local medical malpractice lawyer. They offer free consultations.
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I went to other dentists. I am a 57 year old male. Loss of all molars due to infection.
answered on Jul 16, 2015
You may have a claim against individual dentists that cared for you. I don't see how you'd have a claim against the ADA they were your provider or the provider worked for them.
I had a pacemaker put in wrongly in Deborah Heart and Lung center in NJ - where do I file a malpractice law suit?
answered on May 5, 2015
Are you planning to represent yourself in a medical malpractice lawsuit? You should contact a medical malpractice lawyer in your area who can review your claim to see if it is viable. The consultation will be free.
answered on Jan 26, 2015
Yes. As in all medical malpractice cases, the evidence is mostly in the hospital, physician and medical provider records. Just because the doctor who you believe may have acted below the standard of care that resulted in your injuries has retired, does not mean that he/she is protected from a... View More
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