Medical Malpractice

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in this country. That’s in part because they too often don’t realize they’re having a heart attack until it’s too late.  What’s even more disturbing is that doctors are more likely to ignore the signs of a heart...

When you seek medical care, you expect your provider to have the right answers. A correct and timely diagnosis generally provides the best outcomes. Unfortunately, doctors sometimes make errors, such as misdiagnosing a condition or diagnosing it too late to treat....

When most children or adult patients experiences pain or other issues, they can easily communicate their concerns. During the labor and delivery process, an expectant mother can notify medical professionals of issues, such as unusual pain or a feeling of dizziness....

Patients trust their medical care team to provide them with proper care. Most patients don’t think that they’ll have to take their safety into their own hands. While it’s true that medical care team members should always keep patient safety first, patients can take...

Surgery requires absolute precision for the safety of the patient. Medical professionals create a sterile environment and must comply with current care standards.  When everything goes smoothly, surgery often offers the best prognosis and fastest recovery possible for...

Not every negative outcome after a medical procedure or diagnosis qualifies as malpractice. In Kentucky, medical malpractice is a specific legal claim grounded in negligence, requiring the injured patient (the plaintiff) to prove four distinct legal elements. A...

Medical malpractice claims can be complicated. When a patient is harmed in the hands of a health care provider, it’s not always obvious whether it was a mistake, a normal complication or an unavoidable outcome. This is where expert testimony comes in. Most people,...

Patients assume that if something goes wrong when it comes to their medical care, they will be told right away. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. While ethical standards and professional guidelines encourage transparency, the reality is that patients are not...

When patients visit a doctor, they expect to be heard, respected and treated as active participants in their care. Yet, many patients leave consultations feeling dismissed, overlooked or misunderstood.  When a doctor fails to listen to a patient’s symptoms, concerns...

The emergency room fills a critical role in the modern health care system. People don't always have the opportunity to wait for a medical appointment. They may sustain critical injuries or develop worsening symptoms over the weekend or late at night when every other...