How long do I have to see a doctor or open a medical claim?

The statute of limitations is 1 year in California, but I am not a CA lawyer and I'm no expert. Consult locally for the best advice.

How to determine negligence by doctor who obtained consent for unnecessary/unwanted surgery after anesthesiologist gave Versed?

Technically, it is okay to seek consent after giving giving a medication like Versed. That's not the measuring stick, really. What really matters...

Is there anything I can do about an Army Doctor misdiagnosing a torn ACL?

Usually any medical negligence action against a military-employed physician is a non-starter. You probably could not find an attorney to help you...

When is HIPAA being violated?

Unfortunately, the federal HIPAA law has no teeth for the medical consumer. It does not provide an independent cause of action and thus is really...

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Mistake from the Medical center and took my mother in helicpter to the nearest hospital in Vegas, now asking to pay the bill.

I wouldn't fret too much about it. The only responsible party would be your mother (not you). If her assets are insufficient, then the bill will...

What are reasonable contingency fees for a medical malpractice cases? Is this reasonable? What does the last line below mean?

Some states regulate contingency fee rates, some do not (imagine a state law saying that a grocery store was barred from charging a certain amount...

Can I sue for malpractice?

It's a difficult issue. If your husband's brain injury was sufficiently serious to render him unable to (1) make medical decisions; and (2) unable...

4/10 had open heart surgery,chest leaks blood every day and painful,surgeon have not taken care of this yet wire in chest.

Some wires (like around the sternum, where the chest is cracked) are intended to remain in the chest after the surgery. The incision should not...

I live in Arkansas. I had to have a total hysterctomy due to the paragaurd IUD in April2012. Im 32years old

See this link: http://www.aboutlawsuits.com/paragard-copper-iud-lawsuit-42314/ It is possible that you may have a products liability claim against...

Do I need mal practice lawyer?

Nerve damage during a Da Vinci technique procedure can occur (rarely) even when the procedure is performed according to guidelines. So this may not...