While many healthcare providers deliver quality patient care and take their legal duty to do so seriously, some unfortunately cause harm to their patients through medical negligence. When this happens, patients and their families can sustain considerable losses that affect them physically, financially, and emotionally. The effects of such negligence can last for weeks, months, or even years; in some cases, medical mistakes can be fatal.
At Freidin Brown, P.A., we take medical injuries seriously, and our Florida medical malpractice lawyers understand how a physician’s careless mistakes can turn your life upside down. Florida law provides you with legal options through a medical malpractice lawsuit, and we’re here to help you navigate the process. Please contact our office for a free case evaluation, 24/7, to learn more about how our Florida personal injury lawyers will fight for justice on your behalf.
Our Florida Firm Focuses on Medical Malpractice Claims
At Freidin Brown, P.A., we serve many types of personal injury victims, but medical malpractice is our core practice area. Medical malpractice cases are complex legal matters, and we know that not just any law firm can handle the challenges of these cases. You must trust the law firm you hire to lead your malpractice claim.
Types of Medical Malpractice Cases Our Lawyers Handle in the Sunshine State
Our Florida medical malpractice attorneys fight for clients in a wide array of medical error scenarios, including the following:
- Failure to diagnose stroke, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, or other medical conditions
- Failure to provide treatment or follow-up care
- Errors and delays in diagnosing (misdiagnosis)
- Anesthesia errors
- Medication errors, including wrong dosage, wrong medication, wrong patient, and adverse drug interaction mistakes
- Surgical errors and complications, including wrong-site surgeries, unnecessary surgeries, or botched medical procedures
- Prenatal errors and birth injuries
- Hospital negligence
- Cancer misdiagnosis
- Emergency room errors
- Sepsis and septic shock
- Lack of patient supervision
- Premature patient discharge
Our attorneys are dedicated to this very precise discipline and have decades of experience in handling medical malpractice cases throughout Florida. Your case will be in good hands if you choose us to represent you. We have the knowledge and experience to do what is necessary to recover the money our clients need for recovery.
Why You Should Choose Our Florida Medical Malpractice Lawyers
When you choose Freidin Brown, P.A. to represent your Florida medical malpractice claim, you can expect personalized representation from a team of selectively chosen attorneys. Unlike large billboard firms where lawyers may juggle 200 or more cases at a time, our attorneys maintain a limited caseload. This allows us to devote our full time and attention to each client we serve.
At Freidin Brown, P.A., we carefully select the cases we take on to ensure that we can give each client the dedication and resources they deserve. We don’t automate the legal process like some bigger firms; instead, our Florida medical malpractice attorneys take the time to understand the unique details of your case and provide tailored guidance every step of the way.
Our founding partner, Philip Freidin, personally oversees every case handled by the firm, bringing his decades of experience and legal expertise. When you work with us, you can trust that your case is in capable hands. You will have a team of skilled advocates fighting tirelessly to secure the compensation you need to move forward after a devastating medical error.
Our Florida Medical Malpractice Attorneys Seek and Get Results
At Freidin Brown, P.A., our selectively chosen team is committed to providing personalized legal representation that achieves results. We understand that hospital negligence or medical errors can upend your life, so we want you and your family to have the monetary resources you need to move forward and heal.
Our lawyers are trial-tested and have extensive medical malpractice litigation experience. Our case results include more than 20 verdicts exceeding $1 million. Below are some of the awards we have recovered for our clients:
- $38 million for the family of twin boys blinded due to a failure to properly screen and diagnose them following their premature birth.
- $12.7 million for the family of a 5-year-old child who suffered a brain injury caused by negligent care.
- $9.75 million for a mother who sadly suffered an ischemic stroke after a cesarean section.
- $5.5 million for a pregnant woman injured by negligent emergency department care.
Contact Freidin Brown, P.A. today for a free consultation. You can learn more about how we can fight for money for you or your loved one when you call.
Our Florida Medical Malpractice Attorneys Handle Legal Issues So You Can Focus on Your Health
A lot of work goes into constructing a solid medical malpractice claim or lawsuit. Our Florida malpractice attorneys will do the work while you turn your time and energy toward healing or caring for your hurt family member. We will:
- Investigate your malpractice injury and determine liability
- Prove how and why medical negligence occurred
- Prepare and file malpractice insurance claims against all those at fault
- Identify and assess all your damages
- Handle case-related paperwork, deadlines, phone calls, emails, and meetings
- Assign at least two lawyers to your case to assist with strategy and development
- Negotiate for the maximum compensation possible
- Defend you from bad-faith insurance tactics or pressure to settle for less than you deserve
- Listen to you, answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with frequent and timely updates
- File a medical malpractice lawsuit and represent you at trial if necessary
Under the best circumstances, stress is not good for your health. But when you’re trying to recover from serious injuries from a preventable accident, the pressure of dealing with it all can become too much. We are here to take that pressure off of you during your Florida malpractice case.
Our Florida Medical Malpractice Attorneys Will Demand All Recoverable Compensation for Your Claim
Monetary damages in a medical malpractice case aim to make you as whole as possible after suffering harm because of a practitioner’s negligence.
In Florida, medical malpractice cases involve two categories of financial compensation: economic damages and non-economic damages. Non-economic damages cover emotional suffering, pain and suffering, loss of companionship, disfigurement, and diminished quality of life. Conversely, economic damages refer to expenses such as medical bills, lost wages, and potential future earnings.
For instance, if a permanent injury from medical malpractice prevents you from working again, this would be factored into economic damages. Conditions like the loss of a limb, blindness, brain injuries, or any other permanent disability caused by a healthcare provider’s negligence fall within the scope of economic damages.
If successful in proving your claim, our Florida medical malpractice attorneys can recover economic and non-economic damages for:
- Past and future costs arising from your negligent medical care, including medical bills to treat medical malpractice injuries
- Lost income and future earning capacity if your injuries affect your occupation
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress, mental anguish, and psychological harm
- Diminished quality of life
- Losses representing the harm to your personal relationships
The specific losses you can recover will depend on the circumstances of your accident and injuries.
Our Florida Medical Negligence Attorneys Will Take All the Necessary Steps to File Your Malpractice Lawsuit Against the Liable Party
To initiate a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida, we must first comply with the state’s pre-suit requirements. We will:
- Investigate the case to determine if there is a valid claim of malpractice per Florida Statutes section 766.104.
- Serve a notice of intent to sue the healthcare provider you believe committed malpractice. The notice must include an affidavit from a medical expert stating that there are reasonable grounds to believe that malpractice occurred, per Florida Statutes § 766.106.
- After serving the notice of intent, there is a 90-day waiting period before we can file the lawsuit. During this time, the healthcare provider may conduct their own investigation and decide whether to settle the claim or proceed to litigation.
- If the case is not settled during the pre-suit period, we can file a lawsuit in the appropriate court. The complaint must outline the specific allegations of negligence against the healthcare provider and the damages we are seeking on your behalf.
Once the complaint is filed, the defendant (the healthcare provider) will be served with the lawsuit and given an opportunity to respond. This response typically includes an answer to the allegations in the complaint and any defenses the defendant may raise.
Our Personal Injury Lawyers Help Families of Fatally Injured Malpractice Victims in Florida
If your loved one suffered a fatal medical malpractice injury, please accept our condolences for your loss. We can make seeking legal recovery easy for you and your family if you wish to hold a negligent party accountable for your relative’s death.
After a fatal medical mistake, we can pursue:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of your loved one’s income, future financial support, and services
- Loss of your family member’s companionship, protection, and guidance
- Other damages your loved one could have sought had they lived
Our Florida wrongful death attorneys can seek the maximum compensation on behalf of their estate and surviving family members. We can also help you set up the estate with a probate lawyer to help relieve you of some of the tasks you need to do after your loved one’s passing.
Can I File Medical Malpractice Claims Against Florida Hospitals?
Yes, you may be able to hold a hospital or medical facility liable for some or all of your damages. We have helped Floridians from all over the state pursue malpractice and hospital negligence claims against facilities like:
- Aventura Hospital
- Baptist Hospital
- Hialeah Hospital
- Mercy Hospital (HCA Florida Mercy Hospital)
- Mount Sinai Hospital
- Westside Regional Hospital (HCA Florida Westside Hospital)
- Boca Raton Regional Hospital
- Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital
- Orlando Regional Medical Center
- Naples Community Hospital (NCH Healthcare System includes NCH North Hospital and NCH Baker Hospital)
- Mease Countryside Hospital
- St. Joseph’s Hospital
- Tampa General Hospital
The Florida hospital negligence lawyers at Freidin Brown, P.A. are committed to fighting for the compensation you deserve and holding negligent hospitals accountable for their actions.
How Do I Know I Have a Medical Malpractice Case in Florida?
The basis of a medical malpractice claim is medical negligence, which may exist any time a healthcare provider does not deliver care reasonably and responsibly.
The reasonableness and propriety of a physician’s treatment decisions are measured against another hypothetical doctor with the same background and under the same circumstances in which your injury occurred. If your practitioner deviated from the standard of care, they may be liable for damages.
To prove medical malpractice in Florida, we must demonstrate four key elements:
Duty of Care
First, we must show that the healthcare provider owed you a duty of care. This means that a doctor-patient relationship existed, and the medical provider had a legal obligation to provide treatment that met the accepted standard of care within their practice or specialty.
Breach of Duty
Our Florida medical malpractice team must prove that the healthcare provider breached their duty of care by acting negligently or failing to act in a way that a reasonably competent healthcare provider would have under similar circumstances. This often requires expert testimony from medical professionals who can attest to the standard of care and how the defendant’s actions deviated from it.
Causation
Third, the plaintiff must establish causation, meaning that the healthcare provider’s breach of duty directly caused injuries or damages. This can be challenging, as the defense may argue that the plaintiff’s injuries were pre-existing or resulted from other factors.
Damages
Finally, we must prove that you suffered losses directly resulting from the healthcare provider’s negligence. Your medical malpractice lawyer will use various forms of evidence to help support this claim, such as:
- Medical records and lab test results
- Eyewitness testimony regarding your care
- Opinions from doctors, nurses, and medical experts
- Records of previous medical malpractice complaints made against the medical provider or facility
Proving malpractice can be challenging and requires building a case based on solid medical evidence. Our medical malpractice firm has served clients across Florida for more than 45 years, and we know what it takes to support a patient’s claim. Call us now to let us handle your claim.
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Questions About Florida Medical Malpractice Claims for Our Lawyers
If you have concerns about filing a medical malpractice claim in Florida, you’re not alone. Our experienced Freidin Brown lawyers have compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions to help guide you through the complexities of medical malpractice lawsuits in the Sunshine State. From understanding your rights to knowing what compensation you may be entitled to, these FAQs cover essential information to assist you in pursuing a successful medical negligence claim.
How Long Do You Have to Pursue a Medical Malpractice Case in Florida?
According to the statute of limitation in Florida Statutes § 95.11, you generally have two years from the date of the incident or from the date of discovery to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in civil court. Some exceptions can apply to your case, but it’s best to let our team review your claim to determine if these apply.
If you do not resolve your claim or take legal action before the deadline expires, you may be unable to secure compensation. If other deadlines apply to your case, our Florida malpractice attorneys can advise you further.
How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Florida Medical Malpractice Case?
It’s difficult to say how long it takes to resolve a medical malpractice case. No two cases are the same, and all involve different facts, circumstances, injuries, medical complications, and other unique factors that can influence a case’s outcome. The legal process can take place over months or years, so it’s important to have a realistic outlook as you begin the process. We have seen serious medical malpractice cases resolved between six months and six years.
Can I Afford a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Florida?
Because we never want our clients’ current financial situations to stand in the way of seeking economic justice, we represent Florida medical malpractice patients without fees or costs by taking cases on a contingency fee basis. You will never pay for our services up front or out of pocket. Instead, we receive payment only if and when we obtain compensation for you.
Who Can You Get Compensation From in a Florida Medical Malpractice Claim?
In a Florida medical malpractice claim, you may be able to seek compensation from various parties, depending on the specific circumstances of your case. Some of the potential defendants in a medical malpractice lawsuit include:
- Individual healthcare providers: This can include doctors, nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Hospitals and clinics: If the negligence occurred within a hospital or clinic setting, the facility itself may be held liable for failing to maintain proper standards of care, inadequate training or supervision of staff, or other systemic issues that contributed to the patient’s injuries.
- Medical practice groups: When a negligent healthcare provider is employed by a medical practice group, the group may be held liable for the actions of its employees.
- Pharmaceutical companies: If a medication error or defective drug caused the patient’s injuries, the pharmaceutical company responsible for manufacturing or distributing the drug may be held accountable.
- Medical device manufacturers: When a defective medical device leads to patient harm, the manufacturer of the device may be liable for damages.
- Laboratories and imaging centers: Negligence in the interpretation of test results or the maintenance of diagnostic equipment at laboratories and imaging centers can also give rise to a medical malpractice claim.
When determining who can be held liable in your Florida medical malpractice claim, it’s essential to consult with a Florida medical malpractice attorney who can investigate the circumstances surrounding your injuries.
What Is the Average Settlement for Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Florida?
The average settlement for a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida can vary greatly depending on the specifics of each case, such as the severity of the injury, the extent of negligence, and the damages incurred by the plaintiff. Some factors that can influence the settlement amount include:
- The strength of the evidence
- The skill of the attorneys involved
- The willingness of both parties to negotiate
- The amount of available insurance coverage
While each medical malpractice case is unique, having a skilled lawyer on your side can significantly impact the outcome of your settlement. Our medical malpractice attorneys in Florida can help gather strong evidence, negotiate effectively with insurance companies, and ensure you receive the maximum compensation for your injuries.
Review Your Legal Options With Our Florida Medical Malpractice Lawyer Today
For more than four decades, Freidin Brown, P.A. has represented thousands of clients. We work hard for them, protecting their rights and fighting for their best outcomes. If you or a loved one is recovering from a medical malpractice injury in Florida, we can help.
For more information on the professional legal services we offer for medical malpractice cases, please contact us. Our Florida medical malpractice attorneys are committed to assisting patients who have suffered devastating losses because of preventable healthcare provider errors, and our firm specifically focuses on cases involving medical errors.
We can set up a free consultation to discuss your legal options and next steps. We can provide personalized advice about your rights and remedies after reviewing your situation. Call us 24/7. Se habla español.