Medical Malpractice

Kentucky Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Holding Healthcare Providers Accountable for Life‑Changing Errors

You place trust in medical professionals—and when that trust is broken through negligent care, the results can be devastating. If a healthcare provider’s error has left you or a loved one injured in Kentucky, you don’t have to navigate this alone. At Cunningham Law, we fight for the justice and compensation you deserve while you focus on healing.

What Is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other healthcare provider fails to deliver care at the level expected—resulting in harm. In Kentucky, to establish a medical malpractice case, you generally must show:

• A patient‑provider relationship existed (the provider had a duty of care).

• The provider breached the accepted standard of care for that situation.

• That breach caused you actual injury or harm you would not otherwise have suffered.

• You suffered damages as a result—medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, etc.

Examples of medical‑malpractice situations include surgical errors, misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, incorrect medication or dosage, failure to follow up or monitor, and birth injuries.

Why These Cases Require Skilled Legal Advocacy

Medical malpractice claims are among the most complex personal‑injury cases. Key challenges include:

• Reviewing and understanding intricate medical records, procedure notes, diagnosis timelines and treatment protocols.

• Securing expert testimony to explain how the provider’s conduct deviated from standard practice.

• Establishing causation: showing the provider’s mistake directly caused the injury or made it far worse.

• Navigating strict deadlines and procedural requirements unique to Kentucky.

• Dealing with large healthcare institutions, insurers, and sizable legal teams defending providers.

Because the stakes are high and the process is demanding, partnering with a legal team experienced in Kentucky medical malpractice can make a major difference.

What We Handle

We represent clients throughout Kentucky who have been harmed in scenarios such as:

• Surgical mistakes (wrong site surgery, retained instruments, anesthesia errors)

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of serious conditions (heart attack, stroke, cancer)

• Medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, failure to monitor)

• Birth injuries (to mother or child) and neonatal mistakes

• Hospital negligence (failure to monitor, discharge too early, infection control lapses)

• Nursing‑home or outpatient facility errors with serious consequences

No matter the setting or complexity of the case, we’re prepared to guide you through the process, carefully investigate the facts, and fight for fair compensation.

What You May Be Entitled To

If you suffered harm because of medical negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for:

• Past and future medical treatment and rehabilitation

• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity

• Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of life’s enjoyment

• Permanent impairment, disfigurement, or changed lifestyle

• In tragic cases: wrongful death claims for surviving family members

Kentucky has no cap on compensatory damages in medical malpractice claims—meaning you may recover full compensation for your losses when negligence is proven.

Statute of Limitations: Time Is Limited

Time is critical in medical malpractice cases. In Kentucky:

• You typically have one year from the date you discovered—or reasonably should have discovered—the malpractice to file a claim.

• Some exceptions or extensions may apply (for example, if the injury wasn’t discovered immediately or if you were a minor at the time the injury was sustained).

If you miss the deadline, you could lose your right to pursue compensation entirely, so it’s best to act promptly!

Why Choose Cunningham Law

✅ Free Consultations
✅ No Fee Unless We Win
✅ Experienced in Kentucky Medical Malpractice
✅ Compassionate, Clear Communication

We understand the emotional, physical and financial toll medical negligence takes on you and your family. Our approach is always personal: we listen to your story, explain your options in plain language, and fight tirelessly so you don’t have to face the system alone.

Take the First Step Today

If you or someone you love has been injured by medical negligence in Kentucky, don’t wait. Contact Cunningham Law today for a free, no‑obligation consultation. We’ll assess your case, explain what you can do, and help you make informed choices about the path forward.