Doctors expect patients to have some swelling and pain after surgery. But lasting numbness, muscle weakness or a burning feeling can point to severe nerve damage. When these signs last for months, patients must find out if a surgical error happened. Recognizing...
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Warning signs of a wrongful birth injury claim in Kentucky
Medical negligence during labor or delivery can affect a child for life. In Kentucky, you have a narrow window to act, so knowing the red flags early may protect your right to seek compensation. Red flags during labor and delivery Some warning signs appear in the...
Handling a medical device recall notice in Kentucky
A formal recall letter about an implanted pacemaker or a daily-use breathing machine creates immediate health concerns for Kentucky residents. Before you talk to the company, you must confirm your health status with a doctor and secure physical evidence. Securing...
What is considered medical negligence?
Dealing with an unexpected injury or a worsening illness after seeking professional medical help is incredibly isolating. You trusted a healthcare provider with your life, only to find yourself in a more precarious position than before. If you are in this difficult...
Understanding the most common birth injuries – in plain English
Birth rarely follows a script. Unexpected complications sometimes leave a newborn with an injury. This guide explains the most common birth injuries in easy to follow terms. You will learn what each condition involves, common symptoms and treatment as well as when...
Can you file a claim if preeclampsia signs were missed in labor?
A difficult delivery can leave more than physical scars. Those effects may include lasting health concerns, emotional trauma and uncertainty, especially when preeclampsia is involved. Not every serious outcome points to a lapse in care. Preeclampsia can progress...
What evidence is needed in a Kentucky surgical error case
When you come in for surgery, you place the utmost trust in your care team to alleviate your symptoms and ensure your safe recovery. That trust is shattered when professionals fail to follow standard practices, leaving you in a worse medical condition than before. In...
Kentucky birth injury lawsuits: How long do you have to file?
A birth injury caused by medical negligence can affect your child for life. Knowing how long you have to act in Kentucky is critical to protecting your family's legal options. Kentucky's one-year filing deadline Kentucky law sets a one-year statute of limitations for...
Why a birth injury may not always be accidental
The birth of a child is a joyful moment. However, when something unexpected occurs and the newborn is found to be injured, parents can feel overwhelmed and confused. While some birth complications are accidental, others may be the result of medical negligence....
5 epidural injuries expecting mothers should know in Kentucky
As you give birth, you expect an epidural to ease your childbirth pain. Many mothers choose this option believing it will make delivery smoother and less stressful. However, you may not realize the serious risks that come with this common procedure. Hence,...