Our Kentucky medical malpractice FAQ section addresses common concerns victims face after preventable medical errors. From understanding what qualifies as malpractice to learning about the legal process, these resources help you understand your rights and options under Kentucky law.
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Why are children at greater risk of suffering prescription drug injuries in Kentucky?
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My daughter’s pediatrician told me that my daughter has scoliosis and may eventually need surgery to correct it. I’m sure the doctor explained it to me, but I was shell-shocked and I don’t think I heard everything. What is scoliosis?
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I am on so many daily prescription medicines…how can I make sure I am not the next victim of a Kentucky medication error?
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How can my Louisville surgical mistake have happened? Aren’t there procedures in place to avoid leaving objects in patients during surgery?
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I keep hearing about school personnel making mistakes when giving children medication. My son is diabetic, and he needs his insulin injection every day at his school in Louisville. How can I protect him from such medication mistakes?
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What is the date of ʺoccurrenceʺ in a medical malpractice claim?
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If I signed a consent form prior to a procedure, can I recover any damages in a malpractice action against my doctor?
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What if I have no proof of a medical mistake in Louisville?
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Do I have a negligence case against a doctor who prescribed me a drug for treatment, but failed to tell me it was part of an experimental program?
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What types of medication errors may occur with mail order prescriptions?
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Does someone who is not satisfied with the results of his or her surgery have a malpractice case?
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Am I more likely to be a victim of medical malpractice in a teaching hospital in Elizabethtown?