My husband died of a asthma attack in a hospital that there was no doctor on call what do i do?

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My husband died of a asthma attack in a hospital that there was no doctor on call what do i do?

Anonymous Jul 8, 2009 3 views 3 answers

My husband was 36 years old and he was having a asthma attack and i took him to our local hospital where he was pronounced dead 1 hour later but i found out there was no doctor on call and there was 2 nurses and a intern doctor and that they had to fly in a doctor from another town that took 45 min to get here but they called the other hospital after my husband was dead, i feel that they were wrong and my husband should of survived what do i do?

Michael Helfand · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T10:27:38+00:00

I am sorry to hear about your loss. If it can be proven that he would have survived had a doctor been there then you would have a case. I am based out of Chicago, but know some very good firms in Minnesota that would investigate this for free and only be paid if they win. If you would like a referral call me at (800) 517-1614.

Paul Levin · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T10:27:38+00:00

I have been involved with a similar case and am familiar with the applicable standard of care. There are nursing interventions,including medication which are typically effective and do not require a doctor to administer. In addition, there are emergency interventions which create an open airway and since you Husband was already in the care of a hospital it is bewildering to me why that was not done. I do feel that this should be carefully reviewed and would be honored to help you find a local firm with directly applicable experience. If you would like to contact me privately we can discusss how best to proceed. I am very sorry for your loss. Best Regards.Paul Levin Esq

Eric Palmer · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T10:27:38+00:00

As the previous responders had also indicated, I am sorry for your loss. You may have a right to a wrongful death claim against the hospital. As per usual, there are a number of moving parts in a liability claim. You should contact an attorney to discuss the standard of care for this type of situation, and the viability of a possible liability action based on your and your late husband's specific set of facts and circumstances. I can arrange an initial consultation for you if you like. Sincerely, Eric M. Palmer Palmer O'Dea Law Firm 651-633-9367

My husband died of a asthma attack in a hospital that there was no doctor on call what do i do?

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