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What Should Be the Standard of Care for Implanting a Spinal Cord Stimulator?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

September 15, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

If you have experienced chronic pain, you may consider having a spinal cord stimulator implanted. While many individuals have benefited from the procedure, it does not come without significant risks. If you have recently experienced complications from a spinal cord stimulator, our Louisville medical malpractice lawyers are here to recover...

Your Concussion May Go Undiagnosed

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Ronald M. Wilt |

June 04, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

Concussions are far more prevalent than most people realize. Every year, millions of Americans sustain head injuries, and a significant portion of those will be diagnosed with a concussion. Despite being so common, concussions can be deceptively complicated. Unlike a cast for a broken bone or stitches for a laceration,...

What Is Pediatric Malpractice?

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Ronald M. Wilt |

May 29, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

Our medical malpractice lawyers have seen first-hand the tragic consequences of negligence in healthcare. But there’s a particular heartbreak that comes with cases involving children. These are our most vulnerable patients, relying on adults to safeguard their health and well-being. When that trust is betrayed, the effects can be lifelong....

Mismanagement of Hypertension During Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery

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Ronald M. Wilt |

May 09, 2024

| Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice

Being pregnant can be as difficult as it is exciting. There are lots of aspects of life to take care of before the arrival of your newest family member. Perhaps the baby’s room still needs work, or the stroller hasn’t shipped out yet. All of these worries on top of...

The Princess of Wales’ Cancer Diagnosis Must Be a Wake Up Call

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Ronald M. Wilt |

April 16, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

Catherine, Princess of Wales recently revealed she was diagnosed with cancer. She did not reveal the type of cancer, but most news reports speculate it was discovered/diagnosed because of her recent surgery. Her announcement comes weeks after her father-in-law, King Charles, revealed he, too, had cancer. King Charles is 75....

Ozempic Lawsuits Allege Drug May Lead to Dangerous Side Effects

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Ronald M. Wilt |

March 26, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

Ozempic (a brand name for semaglutide) has been making the news as an effective anti-obesity drug along with other GLP-1 medications. However, it is also grabbing headlines for dangerous side effects like gastroparesis—paralysis of the stomach that makes it difficult to digest food. Anyone who used Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, generic...

Tongue-Tie Surgeries Are Popular, But They’re Harming a Lot of Babies

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Ronald M. Wilt |

March 19, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

The New York Times recently reported on the increasing number of “tongue-tie” procedures for breastfeeding newborns. The procedure, which has been around a long time, involves snipping “a bundle of tissue that attaches the tip of [a baby’s] tongue to the bottom of their mouth.” For some children, this procedure...

Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice Claims

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Ronald M. Wilt |

February 20, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is an area of law that deals with cases where healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, resulting in harm to patients. If you or a loved one have been affected by medical malpractice, you may have many questions about the legal process, your rights, and...

Dozens of Kentucky Hospitals Got a “C” in National Patient Safety Ratings

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Ronald M. Wilt |

February 06, 2024

| Medical Malpractice

The Leapfrog Group is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that focuses on improving healthcare quality and safety. They recently rated 61 Kentucky hospitals, finding that the majority of them received a “C” rating. Per the Sentinel Echo, “Leapfrog gave A ratings to four Kentucky hospitals; Kentucky’s percentage...

Amniotic Fluid Embolism Is a Life-Threatening Emergency

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Ronald M. Wilt |

November 01, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

Bringing a new life into the world is often regarded as one of the happiest and most cherished moments in a person’s life. The anticipation of welcoming a baby, the joy of parenthood, and the hope for a healthy future create a sense of unparalleled happiness. However, the experience of...

What Is Placenta Accreta?

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Ronald M. Wilt |

September 19, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

There are many mechanisms in your body that are there to support a baby when you are pregnant. From the uterus to the umbilical cord to hormone production, a woman’s body is prepared to grow and sustain her child. The placenta is another one of these necessary mechanisms. Its role...

Causes and Health Effects of Radiology Errors

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Ronald M. Wilt |

August 11, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

Radiology plays a critical role in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous medical conditions. Through the use of advanced imaging techniques, such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, radiologists can visualize the internal structures of the body and provide invaluable insights to healthcare providers. Accurate radiological interpretations are essential...

How Medical Sedation Can Go Wrong

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Ronald M. Wilt |

June 07, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

When thinking of medical sedation, we may think that there is awake, and there is unconscious. While this may be the case for some procedures, there are often levels of sedation in between, and they all require a practiced and focused eye so that the patient’s health is not put...

The Importance of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases

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Ronald M. Wilt |

April 25, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a complex area of law that often involves technical and scientific evidence. As a result, expert witnesses play a crucial role in many medical malpractice cases. In Kentucky, expert witnesses are often essential to proving liability and damages in medical malpractice cases. In this blog post, we...

Government Report Shows High Instances of Misdiagnoses

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Ronald M. Wilt |

January 17, 2023

| Medical Malpractice

Healthcare providers in hospitals are supposed to be professionals in their field. That means that they’ve been trained and educated in diagnosing and treating those with medical problems. They provide critical assistance to the general public, and we are very grateful for all the hard work they do. We understand...

For Victims of Medical Malpractice, Choosing the Right Lawyer Matters

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Ronald M. Wilt |

December 14, 2022

| Medical Malpractice

One of the leading causes of death in the United States is medical error. There have been countless articles and studies showing just how much of a problem it is. You would be forgiven for thinking that all this data and evidence must have led to a reckoning in the...

Why Is Medical Malpractice a Civil Claim and Not a Criminal One?

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Ronald M. Wilt |

September 13, 2022

| Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice and negligence has long been a hot-button issue in the healthcare community. Medical malpractice can encompass a variety of errors, including misdiagnosis, wrong site surgery, and medication mistakes. Any medical error can cause harm, from the preventable progression of a condition to the untimely death of a patient....

How to Sue a Doctor for Pain and Suffering

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

December 02, 2021

| Medical Malpractice

In most states in the United States, victims of medical malpractice are entitled to sue for pain and suffering. Medical negligence can be difficult to identify, but some common causes include surgery performed incorrectly or on the wrong patient, surgery performed without anesthesia, medication errors during hospitalization due to poor...

Civil Claims for Surgical Errors

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

September 16, 2021

| Medical Malpractice

Unfortunately, surgical errors are common. They lead to large numbers of patients filing a significant number of medical malpractice lawsuits each year. Sometimes, hospitals and doctors are overwhelmed with patients and surgeries, which leads them to not have enough time to deal with the patients individually. But that’s no excuse....

What Are the 4 D’s of Medical Malpractice?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

November 10, 2020

| Medical Malpractice

For any medical malpractice case to be successful, your Louisville medical malpractice lawyer at Wilt Injury Lawyers will need to be able to prove based on a preponderance of the evidence that the accused party is liable. When you understand how the four D’s of medical malpractice work, you’ll have...

What Is Informed Consent?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

September 25, 2020

| Medical Malpractice

It is more common than you might think for people to confuse medical malpractice and the information provided to them when they gave their consent for a certain treatment. However, understanding that there is a significant difference between a treatment risk and a medical error is critical. Medical malpractice should...

How to Recognize Medical Malpractice

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

July 21, 2020

| Medical Malpractice

If you have suffered a serious illness or injury due to the negligence of your healthcare provider, you may have a medical malpractice claim on your hands. However, recognizing negligence can be more challenging than you think. Often, people confuse standard risks of treatment and procedures with medical errors, which...

Can You Sue a Pharmacy for Negligence in Kentucky?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

April 14, 2020

| Medical Malpractice

When you go to the pharmacy to get a prescription filled, the thought probably never crossed your mind that there might be something wrong with the prescription. Unfortunately, pharmacy errors are more common than you might think. If you suffer serious injury or illness due to a pharmaceutical mistake, you...

What Are Grounds for Medical Malpractice in Kentucky?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

August 08, 2019

| Medical Malpractice

Arguably one of the most important questions to ask yourself when you believe you may have been a victim of medical malpractice is, “Do I have a case?” Understanding how the state of Kentucky determines whether a medical professional has acted in negligence is critical, as this will determine your...

Why Does Medical Malpractice Happen?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

July 31, 2019

| Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is problematic in the U.S. This country has higher rates of errors in health care than other developed countries. Estimates of deaths put medical mistakes as number three on the list of top causes of American fatalities. Some believe the numbers are too high, but either way, it is hard...

What is placental abruption, and how does it affect your baby?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

July 31, 2019

| Medical Malpractice

If you live in Louisville and are currently expecting or plan to sometime in the future, it is essential for you to take some time to consider the risks. Though you see and hear about celebrities and random women who seem to have uneventful pregnancies, it is not uncommon for...

Placental abruption: Can a genetic test predict and prevent it?

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

July 31, 2019

| Medical Malpractice

Childbirth is a common occurrence, and through the years, advances in medical practices and procedures have decreased the risks of injury and death to both mother and baby. While great strides in medicine have reduced pregnancy complications, there are still some instances where situations arise that increase the risk of injury...

Nuchal cord and how it may affect an infant

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Wilt Injury Lawyers |

July 31, 2019

| Medical Malpractice

Nuchal cord is a condition that occurs when the umbilical cord wraps around the neck of a fetus or newborn baby. This can result in serious brain damage to the infant because of an insufficient supply of oxygen. This is a severe condition that can have long-lasting effects and even...