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St. Petersburg Hospital Error Attorney

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At Freidin Brown, P.A., our St. Petersburg hospital error lawyers are committed to improving patient safety in Florida hospitals. Backed by more than 100 years of combined experience, you can trust our medical malpractice lawyers to handle your malpractice case. Schedule a free consultation by calling us now.

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recovered for our clients

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fees unless we win

Florida health care facilities owe a duty of care to patients that is similar to other providers, so they can be held accountable when hospital errors cause harm and related losses. Considering the numerous staff and variety of care being provided under one roof, you can imagine the potential for serious mistakes. If you or a loved one suffered injuries, it is a relief to know that state medical negligence laws cover these situations.

Though you may qualify to recover compensation for your losses, the legal process for med mal claims is extremely complex. Instead of putting your rights at risk, rely on our team at Freidin Brown, P.A. to advocate on your behalf. Please contact us to set up a no-cost consultation with a St. Petersburg hospital error lawyer, and check out some important information.

$38,000,000

Medical Malpractice

Philip Freidin along with co-counsel obtained a $38 million verdict for twin boys with retinopathy of prematurity who were rendered blind due to the defendant doctor's malpractice after they were born prematurely. The lawyers at Freidin Brown, P.A. proved to a Ft. Myers jury that had the doctor properly screened and diagnosed the two infants, their sight would have been saved.

$32,000,000

Deceptive Sweepstakes Mailing

Class v. American Family Publishers (AFP) - Freidin Brown, P.A. was one of the firms representing consumers in this nationwide class action for unfair consumer trade practices which resulted in a negotiated settlement in which AFP paid $32 million settlement to compensate individuals who had been taken advantage of by the deceptive sweepstakes mailings.

$15,500,000

Medical Malpractice

Magloire v. Holmes Regional Medical Center – Attorney Philip Freidin obtained a $15.5 million jury verdict in Brevard County, Florida in a medical malpractice case alleging that the hospital and its doctors allowed an automobile accident victim to become paralyzed when they negligently misread an MRI scan and failed to stop the progression of swelling in the spinal cord. As a result of the alleged negligence, the client was tragically left paralyzed from the waist down.

$12,700,000

Medical Malpractice

M.N. v. Nicklaus Children's Hospital - $12.7 million verdict for a 5-year-old child who sustained brain injury as a result of negligent care.

$9,750,000

Medical Malpractice

Attorney Jonathan Freidin, along with paralegal Natalia Diaz, secured a $9,750,000 settlement on behalf of a mother who sustained an ischemic stroke shortly after a cesarean section at a Miami hospital.

$7,750,000

Birth Injury Medical Malpractice

Our team secured a $7.75 million settlement on behalf of a young child who suffered a devastating brain injury due to a hospital’s negligence at birth.

$5,800,000

Auto Accidents

V. v. Mitsubishi - $5.8 million verdict for a burned hand and mild brain damage received by a young female passenger in an automobile accident.

$5,500,000

Medical Malpractice

Freidin Brown obtained a $5.5 million settlement against a hospital and doctors in New Port Richey, Florida for the negligence of its doctors and nurses.

Types of Hospital Error

Hospitals are not held to the same standard as an individual health care provider, but they still have the duty to use a level of care with respect to patients. Facilities and even entire health care systems can be liable for negligence if they breach this duty of care. Examples of hospital error include:

  • Failure to implement appropriate policies for sanitation and hygiene
  • Neglect in hiring employees, nurses, physicians, and other staff
  • Overstaffing, particularly with nursing and support personnel
  • Not going through sufficient vetting process when retaining independent contractor physicians
  • Failing to implement a computerized physician order entry (CPOE) system to reduce errors

Victim of a Hospital Error? Let Our Skilled Lawyers Help You Seek Justice!

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What Patients Need to Know

If you suffered harm from a hospital error, one of the most critical things to know is the Florida statute of limitations. You have 2 years from the date of the mistake to file a lawsuit, or up to 4 years if you did not discover the issue right away. In addition, note that:

  • Many cases involving hospital error settle out of court, but you will need to sue if the facility and/or its insurer refuses to pay a fair amount
  • Hospitals may be liable for misconduct by physicians under vicarious liability principles if the doctor is an employee
  • There are prefiling requirements before you can sue for medical malpractice, and you must comply with them to avoid a dismissal of your case

Monetary Damages for Victims

Compensation in a medical malpractice case is intended to help a victim recoup the physical, financial, and emotional losses stemming from their injuries. You can rely on the St. Petersburg hospital error attorneys at Freidin Brown, P.A. to seek all amounts for:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost income
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional anguish

Discuss Legal Options with a St. Petersburg Hospital Error Lawyer

To ensure you receive fair compensation for all losses in a med mal claim, it is critical to retain skilled legal representation.  These cases are our primary practice area at Freidin Brown, P.A., so we are focused on protecting your rights. Please contact us to schedule a free case review with a St. Petersburg hospital error lawyer. We can explain what to expect after learning about your situation.