The surviving family members of a deceased patient have a right to bring a lawsuit on behalf of the deceased. Through a survivor action or wrongful death lawsuit, the spouse, child, parent or siblings can be compensated for their losses, which includes, but is not…
It’s unbelievable to us that a hospital continues evading vicarious liability for having employed a drug-addicted surgeon whose negligent care resulted in a patient’s severe injuries and, ultimately, his untimely painful death. The widow filed her lawsuit against the hospital for vicarious liability of the…
We are pleased to report the following important update & information regarding major changes in our nation’s health insurance industry and patient-consumer rights. September 23, 2010 represents a new and significant day for American consumers in our health care system. Under the new law, the…
Bowling Green, Kentucky. Strange golf cart incidents have resulted in deaths recently. Hopefully, investigations will soon reveal what caused these peculiar and sad occurrences that resulted in two separate fatalities. According to the Associated Press, Kentucky State Police are currently investigating the two separate fatal…
Full coverage for screening colonoscopy and certain other types of preventive procedures became official and implemented September 23, 2010. Under the new law, insurers or health insurance companies can no longer impose cost-sharing requirements for preventive services or medical care. Insurers are now required to…
It is wonderful to report to you that Kentucky expanded its newborn screening to include all 29 disorders that the March of Dimes recommends for screening. Generally, Kentucky law requires all babies to undergo newborn screening before leaving the hospital after birth. Babies not born…