Arkansas Medical Malpractice Act
The Arkansas Medical Malpractice Act protects the victims of injuries from a health care practitioner or facility in Arkansas. An attorney can help to fully understand medical malpractice legalities and options.
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Medical Malpractice
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Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or medical professional becomes remiss in their duties and causes harm to their patients. This often results in improper diagnosis, treatment or care.
Arkansas Medical Malpractice
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According to the USLaw Network. Inc, you must file a medical malpractice suit in Arkansas within two years after the date of the alleged incident. You can file suit against health care providers such as physicians, nurses, dentists, osteopaths, hospitals or nursing care facilities.
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Extension of Malpractice Suit
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USLaw Network. Inc says that the state of Arkansas allows for a 90 day extension of time if an action for medical injury is filed 30 days prior to the two year deadline. You must send a notice by certified mail with return receipt and include the pertinent information.
Medical Bills
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In Arkansas, you may admit relevant medical bills as evidence in a court trial for medical malpractice. You may not admit forgiven medical bills.
Where To File
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You must make a medical malpractice claim in the county in which the alleged incident occurred, says USLaw Network. Inc. Your claim cannot be made outside that county.
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