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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...

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...

For decades, forceps have been used in connection with vaginal deliveries to help guide the baby out of the birth canal. Still, the device is somewhat controversial, and has been associated with increased risk of birth injuries. A Florida birth injury attorney can provide more information if you or your baby was harmed through...

What would your past clients say about you? – Philip Freidin I think, on the whole, our past clients are all very, very satisfied that we treated them fairly, that we treated them with respect, that we listened to their concerns, and we got them excellent results. I think they would also say that...

Medical errors during delivery can put both mother and infant at risk of serious injuries, and one of the most common forms of birth injury is Erb’s Palsy. Though it’s often a treatable condition, this medical condition is costly and can limit your child’s natural development. You have rights as a parent if your...

When you think about the concept of medical malpractice, you probably consider the different ways a doctor, a specialist, or treating physician may make a mistake when providing medical care. It’s true that these individuals may be liable for errors or omissions, but there are other situations where responsibility for malpractice falls upon the...

Being told you have cancer is a stressful and devastating health event, but finding out that your physician made an error or delayed the diagnosis can be even more shocking. A cancer misdiagnosis can have profound consequences for a patient because early detection is essential for successful treatment. Mistakes can cause patients to lose...

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...

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...

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...

A stroke is a medical condition many people associate with the elderly or individuals with disabilities, but it’s actually more common than you’d expect among infants. According to statistics reported by Johns Hopkins Medicine, pediatric stroke is in the top 10 causes of death for newborns and older children. Unfortunately, many of these fatalities...

It is an unfortunate truth that serious disorders like cerebral palsy are often associated with preventable mistakes made by medical professionals during pregnancy and childbirth, and that such conditions can have far-reaching and life-altering repercussions for victims and families. Because those challenges can be immense, families should know and understand their rights when it...

According to a study conducted by doctors for the Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency Program in Orlando, approximately 3 percent of pregnant mothers experience “preterm premature rupture of membranes” (PPROM) before 37 weeks gestation. PROM occurs when fetal membranes (such as the amniotic sac and secondary umbilical vesicle) rupture before labor begins, placing unborn...

Can Nurses Be Held Liable for Medical Malpractice? Like physicians, nurses can be held responsible for harming patients. When a nurse harms a patient through improper treatment, disregard for safety or hospital protocol, or other negligent failure, they can be subject to medical malpractice lawsuits. Just like doctors, nurses are tasked with exercising the...