Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
State Medical Board Action v. Medical Malpractice Claims in Florida
Patients who suffer bodily harm at the hands of a negligent Florida health care provider have multiple options to seek redress. Two of the most common remedies are: Filing a complaint with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit However, these options have varying implications for your rights as an… Read More »
The Evolution of Medical Malpractice
I just read about a rash of cases involving invasive pelvic exams of anesthetized women in hospitals after surgery. While cases of this nature are rare, from our experience, they bring to mind other more common, yet still unexpected events of negligence in hospitals. The attorneys at Freidin Brown, P.A. have successfully handled many… Read More »
How Florida Attorneys Value a Heart Attack Medical Malpractice Case
One of the first questions people have regarding mistreatment of a heart attack is “How much is my medical malpractice claim worth?” It’s a valid inquiry, since it can be difficult to understand how compensation works if you don’t have a legal background. There are many factors that impact the amount of damages you… Read More »
How Long Does a Florida Medical Malpractice Case Take?
If you were hurt as a result of medical malpractice, it’s understandable that you’ll want to know how long it takes to resolve your claim. You’re suffering physically, financially, and emotionally, and you don’t want to prolong the process of recovering compensation for your losses. However, it’s very difficult to pinpoint the exact time… Read More »
What Are the Most Common Medical Malpractice Claims?
Whether you’re seeking medical treatment for a health issue or general well-being, you expect to receive quality patient care. In most cases, this is what you get. However, some healthcare practitioners fail to live up to their duty to provide treatment within acceptable standards, leading to bodily harm and associated losses. Medical mistakes can… Read More »
Do I Need a Certificate of Merit for Heart Attack Medical Malpractice in Florida?
The majority of health care providers will be diligent in diagnosing and treating acute myocardial infarction (AMI), but there are some that make critical errors when you present with symptoms of heart attack. If a medical mistake caused you harm under such circumstances, you may be able to recover compensation through a medical malpractice… Read More »
Four Ways to Avoid Suffering a Second Stroke
You might think you’re out of the woods when you were properly diagnosed and treated for a stroke, but it could be a mistake to believe that you won’t suffer another significant event. According to statistics compiled by the American Stroke Association, one in four stroke survivors will experience a second stroke. Fortunately, up… Read More »
Settlement Versus Trial in a Florida Medical Malpractice Case
Many victims of medical malpractice will consider taking legal action to recover compensation for their injuries, but most aren’t sure where to start. As a victim, you may wonder whether it’s in your best interests to settle or go to court to pursue your claim for damages. The truth is that many medical malpractice… Read More »
How Much is My Stroke Medical Malpractice Case Worth?
While it’s a common question for victims of stroke-related medical malpractice to ask, the truth is that there’s no easy answer that applies for everyone. Every case has different factors to be considered in evaluating the potential value of a case, whether obtained through out-of-court settlements or as the result of a trial verdict…. Read More »
Does Comparative Negligence Apply in a Florida Medical Malpractice Case?
In Florida personal injury cases, your own misconduct can reduce the amount you can recover from the party that caused your injuries. Comparative negligence even applies to medical malpractice claims, although some laws differ for these types of cases. In 2023, legislation changes created some confusion for injury victims. Florida’s statute on modified comparative… Read More »
The Pre-Filing Requirements for a Florida Medical Malpractice Case
In many ways, a medical malpractice case is similar to other personal injury claims based upon negligence. When a health care practitioner breaches the duty to provide care within medically accepted standards, the patient can recover compensation for losses related to his or her injuries. However, medical malpractice cases are also very different in… Read More »
Signs of Medical Malpractice from Florida Health Care Providers
The Sunshine State is home to many world-renowned medical centers that earn their reputations by providing top quality patient care. Almost every year, you’ll find Mayo Clinic Hospital of Florida, Tampa General Hospital, Advent Health, and the University of Florida Hospital and Health Care network at the top of the list in US News… Read More »
Infant Wrongful Discharge from a Hospital: Florida Parents Have Rights
It’s understandable that you want to welcome your new baby into your home as soon as possible after birth. Still, there may be medical reasons to remain under care of medical professionals for a certain time. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that hospitalization for mother and child should be long enough to… Read More »
Signs That You Were Wrongfully Discharged from a Florida Hospital
Given the serious consequences of their actions (or inactions), health care providers in the hospital environment are held to a high standard care in providing services to their patients, from initial diagnosis and treatment to discharging you. They can be held accountable for mistakes at any point along the patient’s journey, including their release… Read More »
Overview of Medical Malpractice Claims for Wrongful Hospital or Emergency Room Discharge
If a hospital or emergency room discharges a patient without making the appropriate diagnosis or taking certain actions, and that failure leads to a preventable injury or death, then the patient or their family may be able to bring a claim for medical malpractice. Wrongful discharge from the hospital or ER may not be… Read More »