|
 |
Hospital Negligence
If you, your parent or your child has been the victim of nursing neglect in a Kentucky hospital, you may have the right to recover for that injury. This would include claims for bedsores (also called “pressure ulcers” or “decubitus ulcers”), failure to prevent a fall, failure to institute high fall risk protocol, dehydration, and medication errors (wrong drug / wrong dose).
Unfortunately, the Kentucky Legislature has not adopted minimum staffing requirements for Kentucky hospitals. This means that some hospitals lack the nursing staff to turn patients regularly, to prevent bedsores from occurring. Bedsores, when not properly identified and treated, can worsen and sometimes lead to infection, sepsis and even death.
Overworked or understaffed nurses may be more likely to make medication errors and other nursing mistakes.
In Kentucky, there is a one year statute of limitations to pursue a negligence claim against a hospital. In other words, a lawsuit against the hospital must be filed within one year of the negligent act. There are exceptions, so it is important to discuss your case with an experienced, qualified hospital negligence attorney.
We will investigate your case and work with a medical professional to review your chart. We will carefully consider the merits of your case and explain your rights.
To discuss whether you have a valid claim of hospital neglect, call Will Driscoll at (502) 587-5052 or toll free at 1-877-587-5052. Free initial consultation.
Will Driscoll has represented injured patients in claims against most Louisville and nearby hospitals, including Jewish Hospital (Louisville), Jewish Hospital Shelbyville, Baptist Hospital East, Norton Suburban Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, Ten Broeck Hospital and Kindred Hospital.
|
|
Contact Center
Legal News
Nursing Home ADR Agreement Challenged.
Kentucky Supreme Court to decide if Arbitration Provision is Enforceable.
Read Full Article... Chain Nursing Homes reduce RN staffing
Direct relationship between adequate staffing of RNs and quality of care provided to nursing home residents.
Read Full Article... |
