859.368.8116 This is an advertisment
  • Wellman, Nichols & Smith, PLLC
  • Nichols, Smith & Wellman, PLLC
  • Nichols, Smith & Wellman, PLLC

Results

  • Defense verdict obtained in medical malpractice action against a surgeon for the placement of a port-o-cath device and management of intra-operative complications that resulted in the death of the patient.
  • Appeal upholding Summary Judgment in wrongful death case against physician, the issue being whether Kentucky law recognizes loss of chance doctrine. Discretionary review denied.
  • Defense verdict obtained in medical malpractice action against an anesthesiologist relating to complications following an interscalene nerve block.
  • Defense verdict obtained in a medical malpractice action against an ER physician for failure to diagnose and treat a possible blood clot in leg, which resulted in a below knee amputation.
  • Defense verdict obtained in medical malpractice action against a surgeon related to complications following surgical treatment of a gastric condition.
  • Summary Judgment obtained in wrongful death case against physician involving diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
  • Defense verdict obtained in medical malpractice action against ER physician and hospital for failure to diagnose penetrating chest injury and retained foreign body resulting in a subsequent stroke.
  • Defense verdict obtained in medical malpractice/wrongful death action against a nurse practitioner relative to diagnosis and treatment of three year old child in the ER.

Kentucky and Tennessee Medical Malpractice Defense Law Firm

Serving the litigation needs of medical providers, insurers and other professionals

With more than 75 years of combined experience, Nichols Walter PLLC is dedicated to the representation and defense of healthcare entities, facilities and providers. While our office is located in Lexington, Kentucky, our attorneys serve clients throughout Kentucky and Tennessee. We are experienced and solution-oriented, and our firm strives to develop long-term relationships with clients by providing personalized service and obtaining quality results.

We recognize each client has unique needs and each case may require a fresh perspective. However, our clients invariably appreciate our focus on providing:

  • Prompt reporting and frequent communication
  • Efficient representation
  • Positive results

Our primary objective is to satisfy our clients by providing effective representation at a fair and reasonable cost. As accomplished litigation defense attorneys, we strive to resolve cases early whenever possible and keep both our clients and their insurers fully informed of the progress in their cases.

Our law firm offers legal representation in the following areas:

  • Personal injury
  • Premises liability
  • Wrongful death
  • Automobile accidents
  • Aviation accidents
  • Contracts

Contact an experienced attorney today

To discuss your legal matter, please call us at 859.368.8116 or use our contact us page to send us a message.