Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
Florida Medical Malpractice Mistakes by Practice Area: OB/GYNs
Women of all ages rely on their OB/GYNs to monitor, diagnose, and treat issues related to reproductive health, from their pre-teens to child-bearing years to menopause. Unfortunately, medical mistakes are a reality and they are often linked to negligence by OB/GYNs. A study conducted by the American Medical Association (AMA) indicates that around 63… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Preeclampsia and Eclampsia?
The Mayo Clinic defines preeclampsia as a potentially fatal complication that impacts the liver and kidneys, one that can develop into eclampsia and a risk of seizures without proper care. Any person who is pregnant or planning to become pregnant should be aware of critical issues regarding these two health concerns. If either of… Read More »
How to Find the Right Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Florida
Patients and their families never expect to suffer injuries at the hands of negligent medical providers, but one careless decision can leave patients with mounting bills, physical trauma, and other losses. Negligence is often a mistake or a lapse in judgment that does not adhere to the profession’s standard of care, and it often… Read More »
How Do Comorbidities Impact a Florida Medical Malpractice Claim?
One of the primary elements in proving a medical malpractice case is showing that medical negligence was a direct cause of the patient’s injuries. As a result, comorbidities—or preexisting conditions—can cause some issues in proving your case. Having more than one medical condition can complicate a claim, especially when the issue is related to… Read More »
Prescription Drugs Allergies and Florida Medical Malpractice Claims
Many people suffer from seasonal allergies, reactions to pet dander, and issues after eating certain types of foods, but allergic reactions to prescription medications are also a considerable problem. Statistics published by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology reveal that adverse drug reactions affect an estimated 10 percent of patients – and… Read More »
Swan-Ganz Catheterization Errors Can Cause Serious Patient Harm
There are countless technical terms involved with the practice of medicine so, like most people, you probably leave the definitions and details up to your Florida health care providers. However, there is one you should know about if you have heart issues or recently suffered a heart attack. A Swan-Ganz Catheterization is a type… Read More »
What Specialties Are Sued Most Often For Medical Malpractice?
The human body is a vastly complicated machine, so it is no surprise that there are numerous specialty areas within the practice of medicine. However, you might be shocked to learn that healthcare providers in certain specialties are far more likely to be sued for medical malpractice than others. Almost one-third of all physicians… Read More »
Understanding Liability for Medical Student Negligence in Florida
Any health care professional can make a mistake, from primary care physicians and emergency room staff to nurses, specialty doctors, and surgeons. When these errors amount to negligence, patients may have a claim against the provider to recoup compensation for their losses. However, you may wonder how medical malpractice laws apply to medical students… Read More »
Physician Error vs. Medical Malpractice: Differentiating Facts
Many people assume that any type of medical mistake is grounds for a medical malpractice claim or, more specifically, that it is enough to show that a physician did not exercise reasonable care in providing treatment. Much of the confusion comes from the fact that med mal cases are a subset of personal injury… Read More »
Is Medical Error Really in the Top 3 Causes of Death in the US?
By now, many people in Florida and across the country have read the Johns Hopkins study about medical errors being the third leading cause of death in the US. Perhaps you have even reviewed additional articles and media coverage about this earth shattering news, or saw related memes pop up in social media. However,… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice?
One of the most common questions individuals ask Miami medical malpractice attorneys involves the distinction between med mal claims and wrongful death. Some of the confusion probably lies in the fact that the two legal concepts are closely related. When a health care provider engages in medical negligence as defined by Florida law, the… Read More »
Leading Causes of Medical Malpractice by Florida Internists
When you think about the health care providers most likely to be negligent in providing treatment, OB/GYNs, surgeons, and doctors in medical specialties might come to mind. However, you might change your mind when you realize that misdiagnosis accounted for more than half of all medical malpractice claims in a JAMA Internal Medicine study…. Read More »
6 Steps to Take if You Are a Victim of Medical Malpractice in Florida
For a patient, it can be difficult to accept that your Florida healthcare provider could be responsible for making a critical error in providing care. Yet, your symptoms, worsening of your condition, deteriorating well-being, and other factors all seem to point in the direction of medical malpractice. Frustration, fear, anger, and other emotions are… Read More »
Florida Medical Malpractice Claims for the “Big Three” in Misdiagnosis
A misdiagnosis by a Florida health care provider can lead to disastrous consequences for the patient, but there are certain types of diagnosis mistakes that are more prevalent and devastating than others. Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine refer to these scenarios as the “Big 3” for purposes of misdiagnosis. Diagnostic errors are already the… Read More »
Patient Rights After a Botched Appendectomy
While the appendix is a relatively small organ that has no apparent function in the human body, it can lead to life-threatening complications when inflamed. Appendicitis causes severe pain in the lower right part of the belly, nausea, and vomiting, but the most serious issues result from a ruptured appendix. As such, a timely… Read More »