Medical Battery

Medical battery is sometimes overlooked as a potential cause of action when one is reviewing a potential medical malpractice claim. It shouldn't be. It is viable in Tennessee.

Here is a good case that explains the elements of medical battery in Tennessee: Blanchard v. Kellum, 975 S.W.2d 522, 524 (Tenn. 1998). It is also worth noting that expert testimony is not required in these types of cases. Id. at 523.

Hope this helps. Good luck!