Medical Malpractice Suit Guidance

Summary

In Kentucky, medical malpractice suits must be filed within 1 year of the injury or its discovery. Expert testimony is usually required to prove negligence. Non-economic damages are capped at $250,000 per defendant and $500,000 total. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Need help with a malpractice suit
Hello **** ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please specify the type of malpractice - medical, legal, or another kind? Also, may I know which state you're located in? This will help me provide information specific to your location's laws.
To start with had a Liam hit me against the knee broke part of my knee bone went into the hospital took x-ray said there was nothing wrong a week or so later had to go back to the hospital went in and had immediate surgery done on my knee now I cannot straighten my leg out all the way my doctor seems to think I need to have all that taken out and a knee replacement done
Hello ****, it seems like you have a potential medical malpractice case. May I know which state you're located in? This will help me provide more accurate information.
Yes
Hello ****, it sounds like you're dealing with a serious issue. To provide you with relevant legal information, could you please let me know which state you're located in?
Kentucky
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Kentucky, medical malpractice suits have some specific requirements:
- You must file the claim within 1 year of the injury or discovery of the injury.
- Expert testimony is usually required to prove negligence.
- Damages cap for non-economic damages is $*,* per defendant and $*,* total.
Please consult a local attorney for personalized advice.
Ty
Hello ****, you're welcome! Please remember that consulting with a specialized attorney is crucial for your case. If you need any more general legal information, feel free to ask. Best of luck with your suit!