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Posted on Feb. 26 2014 in Medical Malpractice Cases
Proposed changes to Kentucky’s malpractice law are poised to impact thousand of malpractice cases. The law in question has passed the Kentucky Senate, but still needs to pass the House. Behind the New Malpractice Law Last week, the Republican-led Senate passed the law, which mandates that an independent panel of medical experts would have to review any proposed malpractice claims against health care providers before such claims could legally be pursued in court. Proponents of the bill claim that it will streamline the claims review process, stop meritless malpractice suits and prevent health care providers from leaving the state of Kentucky. Democrats counter that the measures will impact average people
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Posted on Feb. 19 2014 in Dangerous Drug Information,Personal Injury Cases
The Teleflex ISIS HVT Tracheal Tube Cuffed with Subglottic Secretion Suction Port was the first convertible endotracheal tube put on the market. Its design met the needs of both patients who required long-term and short-term ventilation. Unfortunately, issues have been brought to the attention of Teleflex about their product, which led to them to voluntarily recall the product. What can go wrong with the ISIS HVT tube? There were many complaints about the tracheal tube regarding its propensity to kink during use. If a kink occurs during the process of using the tube, it can cause a patient to have inadequate ventilation, which can lead to serious injuries such as
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Posted on Jan. 27 2014 in Case Results & Settlements
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a method of placing a tube into the stomach percutaneously, aided by endoscopy. PEG tube placement is one of the most common endoscopic procedures performed today, and an estimated 100,000-125,000 are performed annually in the United States. Patients who are unable to move food from their mouth to their stomach are the ones who commonly need PEG tube placement. This includes those with neurological disorders such as stroke, cerebral palsy, brain injury, and impaired swallowing. In this case, an elderly individual with difficulty swallowing had a PEG tube placed in a hospital setting. He was then transferred to a nursing home. At the nursing home, the PEG
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Posted on Jan. 23 2014 in Case Results & Settlements
An individual was driving his truck down a rural highway when a truck hauling a camper, moving in the opposite direction, started to fishtail. The truck’s camper came across the median and in the path of our client. The client actually drove through the camper! This impact resulted in a significant laceration to his hand that required surgery. The at-fault party paid their policy limits. Our client then pursued an underinsured motorist claim. After discovery, the parties settled for a confidential amount.
Posted on Jan. 21 2014 in Case Results & Settlements
An elderly patient has been in a nursing home for many months. A bedsore developed and went untreated. This eventually led to sepsis and death of the patient. After an extensive amount of litigation, the nursing home settled for a confidential amount. Our Louisville nursing home abuse attorneys helped the elderly victim recover damages.
Posted on Jan. 21 2014 in Case Results & Settlements
A motorcyclist suffered a femur fracture after a negligent driver turned in front of his path. The driver testified that he never saw the motorcycle. Through discovery, Meinhart Smith & Manning PLLC found that the at-fault driver had double vision and significant hearing loss. Shortly after his deposition, the case settled for $205,000.00.
Posted on Jan. 21 2014 in Case Results & Settlements
A physician failed to timely diagnose and monitor a pregnant patient who was suffering from pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia is a disorder that is characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine of pregnant women. This condition can lead to a rupturing of the placenta and fetal demise if not properly evaluated. Unfortunately in this case, the failure of the physician to properly recognize the telltale signs of pre-eclampsia led to the loss of the patient’s unborn child. After a significant amount of litigation, the physician entered into a confidential settlement.
Posted on Dec. 31 2013 in Car Accident Information
An auto accident can be overwhelming, especially if you or your loved ones were injured as a result of the accident. There are many things that need to be handled in the aftermath. A police report must be filed, your insurance company must be contacted and you must find another vehicle to drive, either on a short-term basis while your car is being repaired, or on a permanent basis if your original vehicle is totaled. You also must seek medical care after the accident, and file claims with your medical insurance company. Not to mention your daily commitments, such as home, family and your job. Types of Restitution In addition
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Posted on Dec. 18 2013 in Car Accident Information
Accidents are an unfortunate problem that continues to cause a variety of injuries and fatalities each year. The United States Census Bureau reports that nearly 11 million accidents occur on average each year, though the exact figure differs each year. When you are in an accident with an emergency vehicle, the situation may seem complicated by the fact that the vehicle is designed for emergencies. Depending on the situation, you may want to work with an Louisville car accident attorney to determine what action is possible and if you can take your case to court. Evaluate the Situation Before you take any action, consider the situation and the cause of
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Posted on Dec. 17 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
With winter weather rolling in across the United States, it is important to recognize the laws that may apply to the particular conditions. Among the concerns that may arise is the possibility of slipping and falling on a patch of ice or snow, which results in an injury. When you are injured due to a slip or fall on snow or ice, working with an injury attorney may be the best way to manage the situation. Locate the Responsible Party A slip and fall on snow or ice can seem complicated if you do not have a clear individual or company who is considered negligent or responsible for the incident.
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