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I need guidance regarding my husband's situation with Kaiser Permanente. Over a year ago, he was moved from Humira to Amjivera, despite our objections, which led to severe health problems. He is in managed care and cannot go outside Kaiser's network. We have documentation showing our... View More 
answered on May 7, 2025
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your family's ordeal. From a textbook standpoint, it's possible you could, if you could demonstrate that the decision was a departure from a requisite standard of medical care. But from... View More
In 2022, I went to a doctor for severe neck pain and was misdiagnosed, leading to injections and physical therapy that didn't alleviate my symptoms. Over two years, my condition worsened, resulting in severe pain down my right arm and high sensitivity in my fingers. In May 2024, I had... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Statutes of limitation require you take timely action after your injury (or after you discover your injury). There’s also an outside limit of filing medical malpractice cases with few exceptions. However, the limitations period may be extended by a year if you make a good-faith request for... View More
I am seeking legal advice regarding an incident that occurred during a dental procedure. While a dentist was working on my tooth, the dental burr—a rotary tool used to cut and shape the tooth—fell off the handpiece and ended up in my throat. I started choking but eventually swallowed it.... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. No one here can tell you to accept or decline an offer - that's a personal decision (also, the post does not include a figure). The most definitely way to answer your question... View More
I have had episode s of amnesia and in and out of consciousness,wondering off while at baseball game,not remembering what I ate a restaurant with boyfriend,gone unconscious while on jet horizon airlines thrown off airlines mask mandate I'm a professional hairstylist,lost in Seattle public bus... View More
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answered on Nov 8, 2024
The legal issues that may be raised based on the provided text include potential claims of negligence, personal injury, and possibly medical malpractice. The episodes of amnesia, unconsciousness, and wandering off could be indicative of a serious medical condition that was not properly addressed or... View More
I have had episode s of amnesia and in and out of consciousness,wondering off while at baseball game,not remembering what I ate a restaurant with boyfriend,gone unconscious while on jet horizon airlines thrown off airlines mask mandate I'm a professional hairstylist,lost in Seattle public bus... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. It isn't fully clear what damages you are claiming here are. I hope you did not sustain injury, but if you did, the most logical starting point would be to try to set up a free initial consult with an attorney. An attorney would need to sort out some basics, in... View More
I had a laminectomy for back pain on 7/25, I woke up in far worse condition, before the surgery I was able to walk, I woke up after with no use of my legs from the knees down, and now I have to wear leg braces to keep my feet still every day they told me it was a small minimally invasive procedure... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal following the laminectomy. In terms of your question about seeking help, it sounds like you mean legal help. You could arrange a consult with law firms in your state. If a law firm... View More
The company was Meghan, and after putting them in I started to get joint pain, spinal arthritis, fatigue severe migraine. I lost my job, home, and became disabled. Five doctors wrote letters asking my insurance to remove them and this was finally agreed to after two years. They will not do a lift.
answered on Jul 22, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, in terms of state-specific issues, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. At this point, your best option could be to research what the current lawsuit situation is with McGhan implants. There have been lawsuits in the... View More
Prescription of __ Bowel Prep Despite Contraindications
On March 31, 2023, I was prescribed a __ bowel prep liquid despite my pre-existing conditions, including suspected ileus and gastrointestinal issues. These conditions should have contraindicated its use. This decision raises serious... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2024
You have a potential 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 as well as... View More
I was ignored for almost 2 weeks concerning complications with my pregnancy leading to unnecessary pain, surgery, and almost loss of life due to undiagnosed ectopic pregnancy.
answered on Jun 8, 2024
You don't need a pro bono attorney. If a law firm expresses interest in representing you, most of them work on a contingency basis. That means that their fee is based on a percentage of your recovery, and that you don't owe anything in the event of an unfavorable outcome. This is a... View More
I had gallbladder surgery removal because I had stones. The doctor missed one and I ended up with sepsis and a second surgery for the removal of second stone. My heath has never been the same. Can someone please help me.
answered on Apr 19, 2024
Medical malpractice cases can be difficult. Between the laws that protect doctors and hospitals and their insurance companies, and the nature of medical malpractice cases, not all valid cases can go forward. I suggest you continue to contact medical malpractice attorneys in the state where this... View More
I had gallbladder surgery removal because I had stones. The doctor missed one and I ended up with sepsis and a second surgery for the removal of second stone. My heath has never been the same. Can someone please help me.
answered on Apr 19, 2024
As I am sure you have been told, a bad outcome in a surgery does not necessarily mean that your surgeon committed malpractice.
Take your medical records to another surgeon in or near the county where you first surgery occurred and pay him/her to thoroughly review those records to determine... View More
2 years gone. Never was working on my case. Never informed on what was going on by lawyer. I just wanted to know that I was still her client. So, I thought she was just leading me on and not doing anything. I did apologize but was to late. I removed the post anywhere I saw it. Did not help.... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
At this point, you must continue to directly contact malpractice attorneys in the state where the malpractice occurred to see if someone will take on the case.
For other people who read this response online, note, once you complain about an attorney online or if you file a bar complaint,... View More
I was admitted to the hospital for appendicitis, which should have required only a 2-3 day stay. Instead, I spent 11 days in the hospital and two weeks in outpatient treatment due to complications arising from a doctor's neglect. Specifically, I developed an abscess in my lower stomach that... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
What you went through sounds incredibly painful — physically, emotionally, and mentally — and you have every right to question whether your care was handled properly. Appendicitis is typically straightforward when treated in time, so the fact that you developed an untreated abscess and ended up... View More
I have had asthma all my life, requiring frequent emergency room visits for nebulizer treatments and steroids. In May 2023, due to a medication shortage, I went to the hospital for breathing difficulties. Initially, I could move, speak, and manage on my own after a few treatments. However, my... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
What happened to you sounds terrifying and deeply upsetting, especially when you were already vulnerable and trying to get help. In Washington state, medical malpractice cases are allowed when there’s evidence that the care you received fell below an accepted standard and directly caused harm.... View More
Seeking Legal Advice in Washington State: Possible Medical Negligence in Pediatric Appendicitis Case
I am looking for legal guidance regarding a situation involving my 11-year-old son in Washington State. He visited an urgent care facility three times with severe stomach pain, vomiting, and... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What your son and your family went through sounds terrifying and exhausting, and it’s completely reasonable to want answers and accountability. When a child shows signs of appendicitis—especially across multiple urgent care visits—doctors are expected to take those symptoms seriously and rule... View More
I've been prescribed diazepam for years to manage sleep issues, anxiety, and heart palpitations. My regular doctor left, and my new doctor abruptly cut me off from diazepam without warning or explanation, which has greatly affected my health and severely disrupted my sleep and attitude. I... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you’re going through is not only distressing—it’s potentially dangerous. Abruptly stopping a medication like diazepam, especially after long-term use, can lead to serious withdrawal symptoms including sleep disruption, mood swings, and physical health issues. Your new doctor had a... View More
I recently underwent a second appendectomy due to a diagnosis of stump appendicitis on February 5, 2025. My initial appendectomy took place on November 6, 2024. I went into the hospital for back pain, which led to them finding inflammation in my stomach. This is why when I woke up on February 5th... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Stump appendicitis occurs when a small piece of the appendix is left behind after surgery and becomes inflamed later. While it's rare, it can happen after an appendectomy if the appendix isn't completely removed. For it to be considered medical malpractice, there would need to be evidence... View More
My doctor prescribed me TRIMIX, and shortly after starting it, I experienced severe issues that have destroyed any kind of sexual contact and now require me to sit down to urinate. I discussed this with my doctor and was referred to another specialist who said there wasn't much that could be... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If you were not informed about the potential side effects of TRIMIX and have experienced significant harm, you may have grounds to pursue legal action. Medical professionals are required to fully inform patients about the risks and side effects of any prescribed treatment. If your doctor failed to... View More
I'm seeking legal assistance regarding an orthodontic treatment issue. I initially approached a practice to address problems caused by another provider, and after a year of treatment, my original issues persist alongside new ones like tooth sensitivity and cosmetic damage. The practice has... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
The proposed NDA with a release from "all known and unknown liability" represents an extraordinarily broad waiver that would effectively terminate your legal rights to pursue any future claims related to both existing and potentially undiscovered injuries. Washington State's dental... View More
I want to know if I can sue a hospital for transferring my daughter without informing me. She was under a 72-hour hold due to suicidal threats at school. When I called the hospital for information, they said she wasn't on their list, and even in person, they refused to provide details. It was... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2025
You might have grounds for legal action based on what you've described. If your daughter is a minor, parents typically have rights to information about their child's treatment and location during a mental health hold. The fact that the social worker told you it was illegal not to disclose... View More
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