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...
Medical Malpractice
A doctor ignoring patient feedback can result in a misdiagnosis
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...
What happens after a diagnostic error in an emergency room?
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...
Hospitals protect their doctors against medical malpractice claims
When you or a loved one suffers harm due to medical negligence, it can be a deeply painful and confusing time. Whether it’s a misdiagnosis, a surgical error or neglect in treatment, patients naturally assume that a negligent hospital will take accountability. But...
Medical malpractice in Kentucky: Know your rights
When you apply for medical care, you expect to receive the best treatment. However, when a doctor, nurse or hospital makes a critical mistake and leaves you to suffer, you might be a victim of medical malpractice. These cases are more common than most people think. If...
Can saying ‘I’m sorry’ affect a medical malpractice case?
A medical mistake can change lives in an instant. Families face confusion, anger and sadness. An apology from a healthcare provider could mean a lot. It might bring comfort and understanding. But in Kentucky, doctors often stay silent. They fear their words could be...
Different types of wrong-site surgery
One example of medical malpractice is wrong-site surgery. The consequences are often very severe. A person who undergoes an unnecessary or inaccurate surgery has to recover from it, leading to more medical bills, lost wages and the like. With some procedures, such as...











