Medical Malpractice Case Evaluation

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Medical malpractice in Iowa includes a two-year statute of limitations from the discovery of injury, damage caps on non-economic losses, and the requirement of an expert witness to establish the standard of care. Consult a local attorney for professional advice.

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Sabrina
Welcome, Sabrina! How can I assist you with your legal query today?
I would like to know if i have a case. My boyfriend and i went to the ER about a year ago saying he had an abnormal lump in his testicle and it was causing minor aches and pains. He is also a type * diabetic. They said that they were not sure what it was to contact a family doctor. So within the week we set him up for an appointment for a family doctor. He has seen this doctor now, three different times and all three times he said it doesn't look cancerous..... he did an ultra sound, he said he is unsure as to what it is but again it should be fine and go away on its own..... present day now my boyfriend found out he has testicular cancer......
I'm sorry to hear about your boyfriend's situation, Sabrina. This might be a case of medical malpractice if the doctors failed to provide a standard of care. Could you please tell me where you're located to give more specific information?
Iowa
I'm very sorry to hear about your boyfriend's situation. In Iowa, medical malpractice laws include:
- A two-year statute of limitations from discovery of injury.
- Damage caps on non-economic losses.
- Requirement of an expert witness to establish standard of care.
Please consult with a local attorney for professional advice.
Ok
I hope the information was helpful, Sabrina. If you need to find a lawyer specializing in medical malpractice, the Iowa State Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. Would you like their contact details?