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Doctor missed mums broken leg. Told her to walk it off for 9 days on painkillers. Cancer has now spread to the break. Can I sue?
It sounds like the hospital is admitting liability, but you will want to hire an attorney to negotiate damages. In situations where the hospital admits liability they often offer to pay only for your medical bills- but you are actually entitled to be compensated for much more than just your medical bills. You are entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, loss of use, incidental costs, etc. I would recommend seeking an attorney soon because medical malpractice claims have a three year...
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Do I have a malpractice case?
I would recommend contacting an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice. They will collect your pertinent medical records and have an expert physician review those to determine whether your doctor's care and treatment was negligent. There are certain professional standards that every medical professional must abide by. If your doctor fell below the acceptable standard of care and that failure caused you injury, then you are entitled to compensation for your loss, including lost wages,...
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Golf ball size bed soars in my dad's butt due to neglect of the court appointed certified guardian
Look for an attorney who works on a contingent fee basis, meaning that no attorneys fees will be owed unless they successfully recover money on your (or your father's) behalf. Also, some attorneys will front litigation costs if they feel that there is a high likelihood of success. It is important to seek an attorney quickly because the statute of limitations is 3 years for injuries such as those that your father has sustained. Thus, 3 years after the date he was first injured you will be...