Unwanted Tattoo Legal Options

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In Ohio, you may have a case for medical malpractice and battery if a surgeon put an unwanted tattoo on your head. Medical malpractice involves a breach of duty of care by the surgeon, while battery involves intentional offensive or harmful touching without consent. You should consult with a medical malpractice attorney and a personal injury attorney, as they often specialize in both areas.

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A surgeon put an unwanted tattoo on my head can I sue?
Hi ****, I'm sorry to hear about this. To provide you with the best guidance, I need to know your location as laws vary by jurisdiction.
Ohio
Hello ****,
In Ohio, you may have a case for medical malpractice and battery. Here's why:
*. Medical malpractice: Occurs when a doctor breaches their duty of care.
*. Battery: Any intentional offensive or harmful touching without your consent.
Please consult with a lawyer to discuss your case.
What kind of lawyer do I need?
Hello ****, you'll need to consult with:
*. A Medical Malpractice Attorney: For issues related to negligence or breach of duty by the surgeon.
*. A Personal Injury Attorney: To deal with the battery claim.
They often overlap and many lawyers specialize in both areas.