Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
Comparing Judgment Errors To Negligence In A Florida Medical Malpractice Case
Many individuals have a basic understanding of how a typical Florida medical malpractice claim arises. A patient is under the care of a physician, who makes a mistake with treatment or assessment of a medical condition. The victim suffers considerable losses, for which he or she should be entitled to compensation. Unfortunately, medical malpractice… Read More »
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Florida Medical Malpractice Attorney
After suffering injuries due to negligence by a healthcare provider, it is normal to feel angry, confused, and violated. Retaining a skilled legal professional to pursue your remedies under Florida medical malpractice laws may be a step in the right direction. Once you start your search for a lawyer, you may soon realize that… Read More »
Types of Intubation Errors Caused By Florida Healthcare Providers
Any time you undergo elective surgery or an emergency procedure, you can expect that healthcare providers will provide some sort of ventilation assistance while you are under the effects of anesthesia. Intubation is a procedure that involves inserting a long tube into the trachea. The other end of the tube is connected to a… Read More »
Florida Medical Malpractice Laws And Negligent Post-Operative Care
While surgery is certainly a delicate process, a patient recovering in a post-operative setting is also in a fragile state even after the medical procedure is completed. Members of the medical staff must remain diligent during this stage, monitoring the individual’s vital signs and other indicators to ensure there are no complications. A particular… Read More »
National Stroke Awareness Month: Recognizing Proper Stroke Care
When you learn that someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds in the US, it is easy to understand why the American Heart Association (AHA) established National Stroke Awareness Month back in May 1989. More than three decades later, the event going on throughout May 2021 will continue to focus on informing the public… Read More »
Preeclampsia Awareness Month May 2021; Act Early And Screen Early To Reduce the Risk
There are numerous dedications, national food days, and other events going on throughout the month of May, but women who are pregnant or plan to be might want to note one in particular: Preeclampsia Awareness Month. As the name suggests, the objective is to draw attention to the fact that preeclampsia affects around 5-8… Read More »
Patient Experience Week: April 26-30, 2021
Patient Experience Week celebrates healthcare workers and honors those who are so committed to health and well-being. Organizers hold PX Week annually to bring together the nurses, doctors, and support staff with the communities they serve. When healthcare providers strive for excellence in every patient’s experience, mistakes and oversights are less likely to happen,… Read More »
National Infertility Awareness Week 2021: RESOLVE In Family Building
Conversations about reproductive challenges have historically been considered intimate matters, typically reserved for settings like your doctor’s office or the privacy of your own home. Discussions about family building were drawn into the public eye with the founding of National Infertility Association (NIA) in 1974, when a group of individuals sat down to talk… Read More »
When Medical Malpractice Leads To Amputation
Medical errors are a top cause of death and disability in the US, but there is a form of harm that you may not expect from a health care provider’s negligence: Amputation of major limbs or extremities. According to the Amputee Coalition of America, of the 185,000 amputations that occur in the US every… Read More »
Time Limits & Deadlines for Medical Negligence Claims in Florida
Every legal case in Florida is subject to a statute of limitations, and some cases may have additional deadlines throughout the process. In the realm of civil cases, Florida’s statutes of limitations cover many different types of lawsuits. Every state has implemented deadlines of one form or another, with the goal being judicial efficiency:… Read More »
Annual National Healthcare Decisions Day 2021: Awareness and Action
Many people get a kick out of celebrating national days dedicated to hamburgers, margaritas, and their favorite desserts, but one upcoming event will focus on a topic of which everyone should take note: Annual National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). The effort is spearheaded by The Conversation Project, a group of lawyers and professionals who… Read More »
Key Themes for National Public Health Week 2023
While individuals trust their own providers for personal medical needs, ensuring the safety and well-being at the community level is a top priority for public health. Unfortunately, there are barriers that far too many South Floridians face when looking at health from the community perspective. According to the American Public Health Association (APHA), around… Read More »
Celebrate Patient Safety Awareness Week This March
Among the many awareness initiatives for different medical conditions is one campaign that benefits everyone: Patient Safety Awareness Week. The Institute of Healthcare Improvement (IHI) sponsors Patient Safely Awareness Week every March to highlight the importance of quality patient care and advocate for stronger protections to ensure the wellbeing of all. As long as… Read More »
How Does Medical Malpractice Insurance Work in Florida?
Many people do not know that although Florida law requires doctors to have medical malpractice insurance, there are multiple loopholes that allow medical providers to get out of having an actual insurance policy. As a result, one of the biggest injustices is when a patient dies or is severely injured due to the actions… Read More »
Legal Issues When Florida Medical Malpractice Leads to Permanent Disability
“Medical negligence” is a broad term as defined by Florida’s statute on medical malpractice, covering a wide range of mistakes, errors in judgment, and other misconduct that deviates from recognized medical standards. The resulting harm for the patient can range from minimal effects to a life-threatening ailment to death. In some cases, medical malpractice… Read More »