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Can some one please help with a medical malpractice case. Thanks John

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I wish I could help you but you need to keep on search other sites for a medical malpractice attorney.
I wish I could help you but you need to keep on search other sites for a medical malpractice attorney.

I had neck repair in 2016 and had hardware failure and staph to occur. I had to have a corrective operation in June, 2017. Think lawyer sold me out

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I see an explanation of the various medical things that happened to you. However, how did a lawyer sale you out since I don't see any reference in your summary of anything that references anything that a lawyer did.
I see an explanation of the various medical things that happened to you. However, how did a lawyer sale you out since I don't see any reference in... Read More

i am a veteran the va req50,0uested a three day test done on me and now they refuse to pay the bill . i am being billed for the entire bill

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I am sorry but I do not have any knowledge about the VA and paying of bills to non-VA entities. You need to reach out to a veteran affairs group and maybe it can assist you.
I am sorry but I do not have any knowledge about the VA and paying of bills to non-VA entities. You need to reach out to a veteran affairs group and... Read More

Can I sue a doctor

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Go to the second dr to see if it can be fixed.
Go to the second dr to see if it can be fixed.

IF A PHYSICAN ASSISANT FAIL TO RECONIZE PULMONARY EMBOLISM AFTER SURGEY AND SENT US ACCROSS TOWN TO YOUR FAMILY DR. FOR TREATMENT THEY SENT TO ER

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I am assuming that he recovered and therefore you have no case.
I am assuming that he recovered and therefore you have no case.

Statue of Limitation on birth injury

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
You need to consult with an attorney in person in your area.
You need to consult with an attorney in person in your area.

i had the allergan lapband put in dec.2008.ihave had it removed.is there a lawsuit i can file against?i had to have it removed.iis can i sue?

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Your case involves both medical and legal issues. I can not answer your question in this forum. You should consult with an attorney in your area to assist you.
Your case involves both medical and legal issues. I can not answer your question in this forum. You should consult with an attorney in your area to... Read More

Can I sue an eye doctor?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
The doctor is not under an obligation to tell you what is covered and what is not covered. However, most doctors will run your insurance to determine what is covered and tell you how much you will owe. It is up to you to determine what your insurance will cover. 
The doctor is not under an obligation to tell you what is covered and what is not covered. However, most doctors will run your insurance to determine... Read More

malpractice

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but not the medical issue. You will need to speak with an attorney in your area.  
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but... Read More

Mis diagnosis

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but not the medical issue. You will need to speak with an attorney in your area.  
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but... Read More

My son was taking vyvanse an gulf.er an had a bad reaction couldn’t breath an right side of chest with sharp pains that made his body lock up tight. M

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but not the medical issue. You will need to speak with an attorney in your area.  
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but... Read More

Can I sue for nerve damage caused in surgery?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but not the medical issue. You will need to speak with an attorney in your area.
Sorry, I wish that I could give you some sound advice but a medical malpractice action is a mixture of medicine and law. I know the law portion but... Read More

do i have good case of med malpractice

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I can't answer the question because medical malpractice cases are a mixture of medicine and law.
I can't answer the question because medical malpractice cases are a mixture of medicine and law.

Do my fiancee have a case for compensation?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I can not answer the question of whether he has a case or not because these cases revolve around medical issues that need an expert to answer.
I can not answer the question of whether he has a case or not because these cases revolve around medical issues that need an expert to answer.

I had surgery in 2011 because I Suppose Been Had a tumor in my stomach but I find out when they cut me my insides was push up which calls a dead smell

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
The statute of limitations on a personal injury matter is one year. You are beyond that.
The statute of limitations on a personal injury matter is one year. You are beyond that.

I have some questions concerning medical malpractice suits

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Questions concerning medical malpractice lawsuits can not be answered in this forum. You need to consult with an attorney in person.
Questions concerning medical malpractice lawsuits can not be answered in this forum. You need to consult with an attorney in person.

Went to Urologist doctor and told me take Ibuprofen for pain and 6 days later in the emergency room

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Can't answer the question because medical malpractice cases involve medical issues that I am not trained to comment on.
Can't answer the question because medical malpractice cases involve medical issues that I am not trained to comment on.

Can I sue my doctor

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Yes you can. Damages recoverable upon proper showing in wrongful pregnancy action included all medical expenses for failed avoidance procedure and for pregnancy and delivery, including costs of prenatal care during pregnancy, expenses of any medical complications arising from avoidance technique or pregnancy and delivery and expenses of period of postnatal recovery, damages for pain and suffering from time patient discovered she was pregnant until she recovered from child birth, and damages for lost wages during pregnancy, delivery, and some period of postnatal recovery. Expenses that you incur for raising the child are not recoverable. Smith v. Gore, 728 S.W.2d 738 (Tenn.,1987)  ... Read More
Yes you can. Damages recoverable upon proper showing in wrongful pregnancy action included all medical expenses for failed avoidance procedure and... Read More

Would this qualify for a case?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I need more information. Call me on my cell phone 615-646-9417.
I need more information. Call me on my cell phone 615-646-9417.

I was receiving treatment and had been looking for my continued health problem... After finding out I needed a. Hernia Repair they dropped me !

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
A doctor is not required to treat you if they choose not to.
A doctor is not required to treat you if they choose not to.

As a sibling, can I sue for my brother's wrongful death?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Dena Rachel Young (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
This is terribly sad. I am so sorry. The estate of your brother may have a wrongful death case depending on the facts.  You should contact a local personal injury attorney who can order the medical records and see if there was negligence here.
This is terribly sad. I am so sorry. The estate of your brother may have a wrongful death case depending on the facts.  You should contact a... Read More

I'm looking for a medical malpractice attorney in TN to represent me on a case against Vanderbilt.

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
You are welcome to call me on my cell phone (615-646-9417) and I will be glad to discuss it with you.
You are welcome to call me on my cell phone (615-646-9417) and I will be glad to discuss it with you.

Can I sue a pharmacy for misdosing my 16yr old daughter for 6 months

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
You can not recover damages for what might have happened but didn't happen. I am assuming that your daughter suffered no permanant damage as a result of what happened.  Your damages claim is therefore minimal and not worth filling a lawsuit over. It is up to you to decide whether to accept the offer.... Read More
You can not recover damages for what might have happened but didn't happen. I am assuming that your daughter suffered no permanant damage as a result... Read More

Can my 6 yr old child legally been seen at the ER without a parent present?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
No they did not violate HIPPA. They don't know if it is an emergency or not until they examine her.
No they did not violate HIPPA. They don't know if it is an emergency or not until they examine her.

Do I have a malpractice case?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I am sorry but questions of whether you have a medical malpractice case are much to difficult to answer in the forum. You will need to consult with an attorney in your area who might be able to assist you.
I am sorry but questions of whether you have a medical malpractice case are much to difficult to answer in the forum. You will need to consult with... Read More
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