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Archives for: December 6th, 2018

Wrongful Death Law in Kentucky

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on December 6, 2018

What is a Wrongful Death? A wrongful death is one that is the result of another’s negligence or intent to cause harm. Wrongful deaths are usually at the hand of medical malpractice, motorized vehicle accidents, a crime, or an unsafe product or workplace. Kentucky’s Wrongful Death Laws In the State of Kentucky, the victim’s family […]

7 Legal Concepts to Know for Personal Injury Cases

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 8, 2018
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As every personal injury case is unique, there are a broad range of legal concepts that can be applied given the circumstances. A personal injury case is one where an individual suffers as a result of the negligence or harmful intent of another. Damages awarded from personal injury cases can help one and or their […]

The Most Common Types of Plastic Surgery

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 20, 2018

Cosmetic plastic surgery has seen a rise as of late, with 17.5 million surgical and minimally invasive procedures performed in the U.S. last year alone. The following are the most popular procedures according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Most Common Plastic Surgeries Breast Augmentations can increase breast size, correct unevenness, and or make adjustments […]

The 4 Elements of Medical Negligence According to a Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 3, 2018

Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional fails to perform their job to the best of their abilities and causes harm. Most of the time, medical negligence can be used as a synonym for medical malpractice. However, in legal terms, medical negligence is a property of medical malpractice. In fact, medical negligence is often the […]

An Overview of Hysterectomy Malpractice

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 21, 2017

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which doctors remove a part of a woman’s uterus or the entire thing. Most often, hysterectomies are a final treatment option for women who are suffering from uterine cancer. Other health problems such as endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain can be resolved with a hysterectomy. In this day and age, hysterectomies are […]

Surgical Malpractice: An Overview and 5 Examples

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 27, 2017

Any surgery – major or minor – comes with certain risks that are out of the control of the surgeon and team. Because of this, most patients sign a release form known as “informed consent” prior to going under the knife. This acknowledges they understand that surgery comes with certain risks that are out of […]

Hiring a Medical Malpractice Attorney? Here are 4 Things to Consider…

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 26, 2017

Medical malpractice – the professional negligence by a health care professional in which treatment provided was substandard, and caused harm, injury or death to a patient – is a convoluted branch of law. It requires the help of an attorney when taken to court and an experienced medical malpractice attorney at that. If you have […]

How to Search For a Dentist? Tips from a Dental Malpractice Attorney

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 19, 2017

Dentists have a tricky role when acting as a healthcare provider, a therapist, and a friend at the same time. These professionals are known for reaching into their patient’s mouths and for their strong communication skills during awkward situations. As a patient, it can be hard to respond during a teeth cleaning or cavity filling, but […]

5 Ways Tort Reform Proposed by Governor Matt Bevin Could Hurt Kentucky Citizens

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 30, 2016

As a result of Matt Bevin winning the vote for Governor of Kentucky, Kentuckians knew that the Commonwealth was about to experience some change. After 8 years of governing under Democrat Steve Beshear, Bevin entered office with a new agenda. Mainly, it aimed at a variety of significant changes, including tort reform. As tort law attorneys, this […]

Understanding Psychiatric Malpractice – An Overview

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 24, 2016

Undergoing psychiatric treatment can be complicated, emotional and stressful for the patient, and sometimes even for the doctor. Grappling with mixed emotions during this experience can make everyone in the situation feel overwhelmed at times. While it’s up to the licensed doctor to help manage these feelings, sometimes the lines can get blurry. Psychiatric treatment […]