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Misdiagnosis of a heart attack can have serious, long-term consequences, especially for your circulatory, pulmonary, respiratory, and related systems. However, there’s another implication that you may not expect: Mistakes in diagnosing a heart attack can also affect the brain, potentially causing serious brain injuries. An acute myocardial infarction (AMI) prevents the flow of oxygen-rich...

As a type of personal injury claim, birth injury lawsuits in Florida typically follow the same pattern as other medical malpractice cases. To prevail, you need to prove that the health care provider breached the relevant standard of care, and this error was the direct cause of harm to you and/or your baby. Florida’s...

If you were recently rushed to the hospital for an accidental injury or sudden medical issue, there’s a good chance you received treatment in the emergency department. Though experiences differ, you probably noticed that the ER is one of the busiest areas of the facility. In some situations, demand for care can outpace supply...

Back in 2004, Florida voters passed a constitutional amendment to address the severity and prevalence of medical malpractice claims in the state. The so-called “Three Strikes” rule allows the Florida Board of Medicine to revoke the medical license of any professional who receives repeated claims of medical malpractice. While the law is intended to...

Pregnancy should be a joyous and heartwarming experience for women, but elation can turn to devastation upon the discovery that a baby might be born with a serious medical condition or genetic ailment. Though it’s not the right decision for everyone, many mothers-to-be opt to terminate the pregnancy; whereas others might decide to move...

Many individuals who seek psychiatric help from Florida health care providers do so because they’re vulnerable and emotionally distraught. They trust physicians to provide support through various types of treatment, which may include therapy, talking out their problems, and/or medications to alleviate symptoms of mental health conditions. In some situations, the patient relies on...

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...

Many patients head to Florida hospitals for surgical procedures or other treatment for serious medical conditions, expecting to receive quality care in a clean environment. What people don’t realize is that infections are shockingly common in the hospital setting.  According to Patient CareLink, an online resource that covers a range of topics on safety...

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...

Strokes are very common for people over the age of 60, though younger people have them as well. Often, they can be treated with blood thinning medication, called PTA. But it is critical to get the treatment as quickly as possible. Also, it is important to try to get to a stroke center. Regardless,...

What is a medication error? The answer comes from experts at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, who define this form of medical malpractice, also known as “adverse drug events,” as mistakes in the process of prescribing, dispensing, and giving medications.  These terms describe the circumstances that lead to accidental misuse of drugs by...

Expert testimony is crucial in almost all Florida medical malpractice claims because of the complexity of the subject matter. Experts generally apply their backgrounds and knowledge to the relevant facts in such a case. As a result of their input, it’s easier for an insurance company, members of the jury, and others to understand...

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...

There’s a wide range of monetary damages you can recover as the victim of a medical misdiagnosis, particularly when the situation involves a failure to diagnose cancer. You could sustain significant bodily harm from delays in detecting it, since your treatment options are more invasive and limited the later it’s caught. Plus, your medical...

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...

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...

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...

While your focus is usually on treatment and recovery from a situation involving the failure to diagnose cancer, there’s a very important concept that you should note about your rights. The Florida statute of limitations affects a medical malpractice claim in a very profound way, restricting the amount of time you have to file...

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...

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...

When you think about cancer misdiagnosis, you’re probably assuming an error in detecting the disease or a delay in identifying it. These scenarios are devastating for patients who realize they’ve lost precious treatment time that they can’t get back. Still, there’s another form of mistake that’s equally troubling and can be just as horrific...

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....

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...

As the victim of a Florida car accident, your first concern in the aftermath is the physical pain. However, when you’re hurting all over, you may not be able to separate your current injuries from some medical condition from the past. Unfortunately, the impact of a crash can easily aggravate a pre-existing injury from...

Swings, slides, climbing walls, and other playground staples should be a source of enjoyment for children, but statistics reported by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal the alarming frequency of accidents. Every year, more than 200,000 children aged 14 years and younger head to the emergency room for treatment of playground...

In the practice of law, a “tort” is a wrongful act by one person that leads to physical injuries or other harm to a victim. When this misconduct is caused by exposure to a hazardous substance, typically resulting in injuries to a massive group of individuals, it’s called a toxic tort. For this reason,...

As students head back to class and get started with sports practices, many South Florida parents have expressed concern about their children’s high physical activity levels. Given the region’s temperatures and humidity, it’s understandable to worry about heat stroke, exhaustion, and even worse medical conditions. In fact, a July 27, 2019 article published by...

When you’ve been hurt in a Florida car accident, you may question whether medical care is absolutely necessary. Perhaps you think your injuries are minor, or you don’t want to go through the hassle of waiting to see a doctor. You might even think that your health can wait until you can get an...

Florida personal injury laws protect children under age 18 just as they do adults by providing the right to seek compensation against the person or entity responsible for causing harm. However, these cases are slightly different with respect to one key factor: because minors are not adults in the eyes of the law, they...

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...