Mercy Hospital in Miami serves countless patients daily. It must give quality care to each patient and is financially responsible for any medical malpractice on its premises. Unfortunately for some patients, the hospital and staff fail to uphold the standard of care. A Mercy Hospital medical malpractice lawyer from Freidin Brown, P.A. will seek justice for you or a loved one harmed by Mercy Hospital’s negligence.
Our attorneys have handled more than 200 jury trials over 45 years of practice. Medical malpractice cases are a key focus for our firm, and we’ll provide the attentive representation that billboard lawyers can’t.
Call Freidin Brown, P.A. today for a free consultation. We understand what you are going through, and we can offer you resources and support that will help you get through this difficult time.
How Long You Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim Against Mercy Hospital in Miami
In Florida, the statute of limitations for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit is two years from the date when the negligence that caused injury or death occurred. There may also be a four year statute of repose in certain, limited situations. Your medical malpractice attorney can tell you if these apply to you.
Some details you should know regarding the timeline for medical malpractice claims against Mercy Hospital in Miami include:
- The two-year clock starts running on the date the negligent act at Mercy Hospital happened, not when it was discovered later.
- The statute of repose dictates no malpractice claims can proceed after 4 years from the date of negligence, with some exceptions.
- Certain disabilities can extend the statute of limitations, if proved.
- Your right to get compensation from Mercy Hospital may expire if you miss the deadline.
Florida’s medical malpractice timeline can be complex, and combined with Mercy’s likely legal defenses, this makes getting a consultation with an attorney sooner rather than later important. We can evaluate your prospective claim against Mercy and ensure your right to pursue fair compensation is protected.
Why Medical Malpractice Victims Should Choose a Lawyer From Freidin Brown, P.A. to Hold Mercy Hospital Accountable
At Freidin Brown, P.A., our Florida medical malpractice lawyers can help you pursue financial compensation if you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice. Clients harmed by major medical institutions like Mercy Hospital choose Freidin Brown, P.A. because:
Our Medical Malpractice Case Results Impress
Our lawyers have secured more than 20 verdicts of more than $1 million for our medical malpractice clients in Florida. Individual recoveries of $38 million, $12.7 million, and $9.75 million instill confidence in our Miami medical malpractice team.
We Provide Personalized Client Service That Larger Competitors Can’t
Founder Philip Freidin oversees the planning of every case we handle, and this will include your case against Mercy Hospital. We are highly selective in the cases we accept because we take our client relationships and reputation seriously. If you hire Freidin Brown, P.A. to hold Mercy Hospital accountable, you will receive our very best effort.
Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers Are Trial-Tested and Trial-Ready
Attorney Philip Freidin has more than 50 years of experience fighting for victims of medical malpractice. Collectively, our team of dedicated lawyers has more than 100 years of experience. This includes more than 200 jury trials, roughly 100 non-jury trials, and hundreds of victories for our clients in Florida.
We’re proven trial lawyers, and we’ll be prepared to take your medical malpractice in Miami case to trial, too.
Our Florida Medical Malpractice Clients Are Family
Our attorneys and staff remain with Freidin Brown, P.A. for the long term. This creates a family atmosphere, and that familial feel extends to our medical malpractice clients. Our firm offers a level of attention that most of our competitors simply can’t.
Freidin Brown, P.A. has represented clients in some of Florida’s most significant medical malpractice cases. So, if you are looking for a medical malpractice lawyer in Miami, Freidin Brown, P.A. is the only choice.
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Recoverable Damages We’ll Demand Mercy Hospital Pays You For
Your recoverable damages are unique to you and your case. Our lawyers work with medical professionals to identify and value the damages our clients suffer when medical providers are negligent. Based on our extensive experience with medical malpractice cases, your recoverable damages may include:
- Medical expenses: Nobody should have to pay for negligent medical services. We will work hard to ensure that you don’t. Mercy Hospital should also cover the cost of any additional medical services or items you need because of negligence-related injury or illness.
- Pain and suffering: Mercy Hospital’s negligence may be causing you physical pain, psychological distress, emotional anguish, and other pain and suffering. Freidin Brown, P.A. hires qualified mental health experts to diagnose our clients’ pain and suffering.
- Professional damages: If you lose income, earning power, bonuses, promotions, or other professional benefits because of Mercy Hospital’s negligence, the hospital should pay the cost of these damages.
- Rehabilitation costs: If you need rehab for your injuries, we’ll seek compensation for rehabilitation and transportation to your appointments.
Each of our medical malpractice clients has different injuries, damages, and unique circumstances surrounding their claim. Some have disabling injuries and need medical equipment. Others will heal from their injuries but still require substantial compensation for their damages.
Whatever your unique circumstances are, trust a law firm that provides personalized legal services to fit your needs—Freidin Brown, P.A.
Mercy Hospital Medical Malpractice Lawyer FAQs
Can you sue a doctor from Mercy Hospital if they do not have malpractice insurance?
You can file a malpractice claim against any doctor or negligent party at Mercy Hospital, once you have established that you have a valid medical malpractice claim. But if the doctor doesn’t have Florida malpractice insurance, should you?
Without insurance coverage, any physician or surgeon you filed a claim against would need to pay any resulting settlement or court award using their own assets, which may not be enough to cover your damages. A Miami medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine if it’s worth filing a claim.
How hard is it to prove medical malpractice against a Florida hospital?
To prove medical malpractice in a lawsuit in Florida, we will need to show that the doctor breached the standard of care, that this breach of the standard caused your injuries or worsened an existing condition, and that this resulted in monetary losses.
Because these cases can be tough to prove, you may need to bring in expert medical witnesses who can testify that the doctor did not act or react in a way that would be typical of most professionals in the same situation.
What settlement can I get for a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida?
Medical malpractice settlements vary based on location, but the amount of any potential payout in your claim could be much higher or much lower. It all depends on the specific circumstances of your injury and the strength of your evidence.
If you are wondering how much your claim is worth, the best way to find out is to get a consultation with a malpractice lawyer who understands Florida’s laws. We can give you an estimate of your claim that is based on the details of your case.
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim Against Mercy Hospital in Miami
A patient who is injured at Miami’s Mercy Hospital due to hospital malpractice can file a lawsuit for medical malpractice in Florida. When the injured patient is a minor, their parents can file a claim. But what about when the patient has passed away from the act of medical negligence? Who can file a claim in this situation?
According to §768.16, which is known as Florida’s Wrongful Death Act, when a patient has died as a result of medical negligence, a medical malpractice claim can be filed by:
- Children aged 25 or younger
- Adult children who were financially dependent on the deceased
- The spouse of the deceased
- Parents of the deceased, if the deceased was 25 or younger
What is the difference between medical malpractice and wrongful death?
The main differences between medical malpractice and wrongful death claims include:
- Medical malpractice: Involves negligent treatment, errors or omissions by a healthcare provider that causes injury or illness but not death. The victim pursues compensation for their harms.
- Wrongful death: Filed when negligent, reckless or intentional actions cause someone’s death. Surviving loved ones pursue compensation under wrongful death statutes.
- Claimants: The injured victim pursues malpractice claims. The deceased victim’s estate/family members pursue wrongful death claims.
- Damages: Malpractice covers the victim’s medical costs, lost income, disabilities, pain and suffering. Wrongful death covers funeral costs, loss of income and benefits, loss of companionship.
- Standard of care: Malpractice involves deviations from the professional standard of care expected of reasonable healthcare providers. Wrongful death involves violations of the duty any member of society owes others.
- Statutes: Malpractice negligence claims follow personal injury statutes of limitations. Wrongful death follows its own statutes and rules on who can file, damages, time limits, etc.
While malpractice and wrongful death lawsuits share similarities, critical differences exist in terms of claimants, damages, and other legal nuances.
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Services Freidin Brown, P.A. Provides for Medical Malpractice Victims in Miami
Medical malpractice claims stem from a wide array of medical specialties and circumstances. Our firm will pinpoint exactly how Mercy Hospital failed you and fight for the money you deserve.
Our medical malpractice team in Miami will serve you by:
- Gathering evidence of Mercy Hospital’s negligence
- Documenting your damages (with medical records, your own testimony, expert testimony, images of injuries, and other documentation)
- Updating you at every step of your case, as frequent communication is the Freidin Brown, P.A. small-firm difference
- Managing all case-related communications and paperwork
- Fighting for a fair settlement
- Taking your case to trial, if necessary
At least two lawyers will manage your case, in addition to lead attorney Philip Freidin. When we accept your medical malpractice case against Mercy Hospital, we’ll work around the clock to resolve your case with a fair financial recovery.
We Know Mercy Hospital’s History of Medical Malpractice
Mercy Hospital may not have a Consumer Report rating, but it certainly has a history of medical malpractice.
In a case that yielded what was once the largest verdict for medical malpractice in Florida, a jury awarded $7.2 million to the family of a 22-year-old man who was left brain dead after a routine operation for a broken leg. The hospital and anesthesiologist failed to properly monitor their patient during his surgery, leading to tragic, irreversible damage.
In another multimillion-dollar case, a family’s infant girl suffered a permanent brain injury during childbirth. The mother, who was under the care of Mercy Hospital’s labor and delivery nurses, was administered Pitocin, which is commonly used to induce labor. However, when progress stalled the next morning, caregivers administered more of the drug, causing hyperstimulation.
Ultimately, the baby had to be delivered via a cesarean section. The infant was not breathing after the delivery and needed to be revived. She was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and developmental delay, necessitating care for the rest of her life. These are just two examples of terrible negligence by Mercy Hospital.
Our firm understands the high standards that medical providers must honor, and we’ll determine every way that Mercy Hospital may have failed you or your loved one.
Call Freidin Brown, P.A. Today for Your Free Consultation About Hiring a Mercy Hospital Medical Malpractice Lawyer
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