Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Ohio

Bad back surgery

I had 3 back surgeries. The 1st time the doctor said we get it right the next time. he tried 3 times. After the 3rd time it be came infected. The doctor cut a nerve in my back and gave me something called drop foot. I'm now in a nursing home and was just approved for my social security. I am not able to go back to my job of 27 years. I believe this is mal practice I could walk now I'm disabled. I have been in nursing home for a year. A friend told me I could sue am I to late to sue. I have had no way out of the nursing home. I'm in a wheel chair an I have had medicad pay everything. Can I still sue I have been in the nursing home for a year.


Asked on 5/08/04, 11:07 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

Re: Bad back surgery

Just like the other attorney said, you may have lost your claim but until you meet with an attorney you won't know for sure. THE PASSING OF TIME IS AGAINST YOU SO YOU NEED TO DO IT NOW!!

Call me directly if you like:

Joe Jacobs, Esq.

216-952-1990 / 216-227-0900

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Answered on 5/10/04, 1:25 pm
Robert Guehl Guehl Law Offices

Re: Bad back surgery

The statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Ohio is one year from the time of the incident, or from the time you discovery the injury. The time may be extended if the doctor continues to treat you. From what you tell us, you may well have lost your claim, but you should have an attorney investigate the possibility.

Best of luck,

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Answered on 5/09/04, 4:43 pm


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