Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Bradford County Florida

Dr. ALBERTO I ALZATE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-2018-CA-0535

Indemnity Paid: $400,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M202092861
Claim Number : SGI-18-402426
Date Submitted : 6/24/2020
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
HUDSON EXCESS INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
45-5271776  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual alberto   alzate
Street Address
55 Ovalo Ct
City State Zip
Saint Agustine FL 32095
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(904) 710 - 2580     alzal@hotmail.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualalbertoIalzate
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed922 E Call St
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HFF020877-1709$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME81335Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
SHANDS HOSPITAL100113
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/24/201711/20/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Group B meningitis.Sepsis.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
no procedures.
Diagnostic Code :B95.1 A40.
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
group B strep meningitis.meningitissepsis
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
group B meningitis
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/20/201804-2018-CA-0535
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford4/21/2020
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Settlement Reached Prior to Pre-Suit Period
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
5/29/2020
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$400,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$0
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
CME in Sepsis and Meningitis in neonates and children.Medical documentation review.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. ALBERTO I ALZATE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 042018CA0535

Indemnity Paid: $400,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M202093057
Claim Number : SGI-18-402426
Date Submitted : 7/21/2020
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
SCHUMACHER GROUP Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
72-138302  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kathy A Stockton
Street Address
1900 W. LOOP S., STE. 1500
City State Zip
Houston TX 77027
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(713) 935 - 2404   (713) 461 - 8130 kathy_stockton@westernlitigation.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualALBERTOIALZATE
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer922 E CALL ST.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
STARKEFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
CMI AE 1791945$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME81335Family Physicians or General Practitioners - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionSHANDS STARKE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/24/20178/6/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
GROUP B STREP MENINGITIS
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
SEEN IN ER
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
FAILURE TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSE AND TREAT
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
HYPOXIC BRAIN INJURY AND DEATH
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/21/2018042018CA0535
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford7/21/2020
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
5/29/2020
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$400,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$43,501
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$9,796
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
UNKNOWN
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. GEORGE L RESTEA Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2017-CA-000380

Indemnity Paid: $350,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201886724
Claim Number : 61744
Date Submitted : 10/12/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
58-1449198  
Insurer Contact Information
Type Entity Name
Entity MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Street Address
8427 South Park Circle Suite 130
City State Zip
Orlando FL 32819
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(407) 370 - 3813   (404) 842 - 3319 ctschanz@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualGeorgeLRestea
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed132 E Madison St
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600647 14$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME49847Internal Medicine - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/12/20154/14/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Chronic pain, opiate withdrawal
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Prescribed medications
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged inappropriate prescription of methadone
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Overdose
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/28/20172017-CA-000380
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford9/20/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
9/20/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$350,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$79,898
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$56,759
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. BERNARD J GROS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2013-Ca-000648

Indemnity Paid: $300,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201781206
Claim Number : 182397
Date Submitted : 7/27/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
38-2317569  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Denise   Stokes
Street Address
100 Brookwood Place
City State Zip
Birmingham AL 35209
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(205) 802 - 4790   (205) 802 - 4710 dstokes@proassurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualBernardJGros
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed6850 lake Nona blvd
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OrlandoFL32827Orange
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MP36570$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME73065Cardiovascular Disease - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Outpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Special Procedure Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/18/201111/19/2012
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
nocturnal, non-exertional esophageal pressure relieved by belching
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
treadmill stress test
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
plaintiff alleged stress test was read incorrectly
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Slight - Lacerations, contusions, minor scars, rash. No delay.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
3/10/20142013-Ca-000648
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford2/7/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Interventional Cardiologists of Gainesville
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
 
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$300,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$114,863
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$52,808
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$300,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insured discussed case with defense counsel, insurance personnel, and medical experts.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:2/22/2017 4:43:09 PM
Reason for Change:updated ALAE information
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel061022
Settlement Reached01
Injured Person Total Non-Economic Loss0300000
Indemnity Paid0300000
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid036693
 
Date of Change:2/23/2017 9:35:33 AM
Reason for Change:updated ALAE information
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid3669335981
 
Date of Change:3/29/2017 12:31:01 PM
Reason for Change:updated ALAE information
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel61022114733
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid3598152586
 
Date of Change:5/22/2017 12:06:01 PM
Reason for Change:updated ALAE information
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel114733114863
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid5258652646
 
Date of Change:7/27/2017 4:30:03 PM
Reason for Change:updated ALAE information
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid5264652808

 

 

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Dr. JOELLE M INNOCENT-SIMON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 07-CA-257

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200747474
Claim Number :25190
Date Submitted :1/28/2008
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
58-1449198 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityMAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Street Address
8427 South Park Circle Suite 130
CityStateZip
OrlandoFL32819
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(407) 370 - 3813 (407) 370 - 2247cwehner@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJoelleMInnocent-Simon
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1210 Andrews Circle
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600460 05$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Osteopathic Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS6902Family Physicians or General Practitioners - No Surgery1175

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Nursing Home 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/15/20062/26/2007
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Thromboembolic event of bilateral lower extremities
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
No iatrogenic injury
Diagnostic Code :747.64
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to timely and appropriately conduct tests, order consults, and transfer patient to the hospital
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Death
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
6/1/200707-CA-257
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford11/28/2007
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
E&M Medical Services
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
10/24/2007
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$10,024
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$2,790
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$79,339$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$5,700$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:1/28/2008 3:31:38 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect Court Document final disposition date of 11/28/07
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition12-OCT-0728-NOV-07

 

 

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Dr. JAVIER PEREZ Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 10-62256CA22

Indemnity Paid: $187,500.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201160898
Claim Number :C141711
Date Submitted :6/29/2011
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
ADMIRAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
22-2235730 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDianeMPucci
Street Address
1255 Caldwell Road
CityStateZip
Cherry HillNJ08034
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(856) 857 - 3375 (856) 429 - 3630dpucci@admiralins.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJAVIER PEREZ
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed777 EAST 25TH STREET, SUITE 102
CityStateZip CodeCounty
HIALEAHFL33013Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
EO000008511-03$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME55359Internal Medicine - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
HIALEAH HOSPITAL100053
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
10/20/20093/17/2010
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS FOR MORE THAN 1 WEEK
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
PATIENT DIAGNOSED WITH PNEUMONIA AND HYPOKALEMIA.FAILURE TO GIVE ANTIBIOTICS
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
FAILURE TO INITIALLY TREAT WITH TAMIFLU WITH SEEN IN THE E/R
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
FATALITY
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
12/7/201010-62256CA22
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford4/1/2011
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
HIALEAH HOSPITAL
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/6/2011
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$187,500
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$34,670
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$5,000
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
NONE
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. DERON C OTTEY Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2016 CA 589

Indemnity Paid: $150,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201884061
Claim Number : 332207
Date Submitted : 1/10/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
DOCTORS COMPANY, AN INTERINSURANCE EXCHANGE (THE) Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
95-3014772  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kelly   Andrews
Street Address
12724 Gran Bay Parkway, W., Suite 400
City State Zip
Jacksonville FL 32258
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(904) 360 - 3038     kandrews@thedoctors.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDeronCOttey
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed417 West Call Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
0944439$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME112364Surgery - Orthopedic 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionShands Starke Regional Medial Center
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherPhysician's office
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/26/20127/21/2015
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
The patient suffered from knee pain.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Evaluation.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
The insured performed a right total knee arthroplasty.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient suffered a complication and ultimately had her leg amputated.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/21/20162016 CA 589
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford12/12/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Shands Starke Regional Medical Center
Sutherland, MD, Deon
Advanced Care Hospitalists, PA
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
12/12/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$150,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$100,468
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$15,938
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$150,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insurance company staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures. Patient Safety referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. JOELLE M INNOCENT-SIMON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-2003-CH-0461

Indemnity Paid: $125,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200953125
Claim Number :18387
Date Submitted :5/13/2009
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
58-1449198 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityMAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Street Address
8427 South Park Circle Suite 130
CityStateZip
OrlandoFL32819
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(407) 370 - 3813 (407) 370 - 2247cwehner@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJoelleMInnocent-Simon
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1550 S. Water St.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600460 01$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Osteopathic Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS6902Family Physicians or General Practitioners - No Surgery 

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SHANDS HOSPITAL100113
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/26/20029/8/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Myocardial Infarction
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Catheterization
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose MI
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Myocardial infarction
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs.Includes non-disabling injuries.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/13/200304-2003-CH-0461
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford5/4/2009
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Shands Teaching Hospital
Gros, MD, Bernard
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
3/30/2009
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$125,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$174,316
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$68,355
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$125,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$41,000$0
Wage Loss$100,000$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:5/13/2009 3:48:46 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect Court Document final disposition date of 05/04/09
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition26-MAR-0904-MAY-09

 

 

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Dr. DOUGLAS A CORAN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-2003-CA-0461

Indemnity Paid: $100,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201056182
Claim Number :01G18411PL
Date Submitted :2/1/2010
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
University of Florida JHMHC Self-Insurance ProgramPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-600205 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDanelleHTowater
Street Address
3450 Hull Road, Ste 4358
CityStateZip
GainesvilleFL32611-2735
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(352) 273 - 7006 (352) 273 - 7287towatdt@shands.ufl.edu
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDouglasACoran
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer922 E Call Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
UFBOT01G$2,000,000*NR
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME60251Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
BRADFORD HOSPITAL100103
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/26/20024/11/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Chest pain
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Cardiac evaluation
Diagnostic Code :786.5
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Failure to diagnose signs of cardiac distress
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Myocardial infarction
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs.Includes non-disabling injuries.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/12/200304-2003-CA-0461
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford5/7/2009
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Gros, Bernard J
Innocent-Simon, Joelle M
Kemp, David E
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
5/7/2009
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$100,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$152,279
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$91,922
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Assessment of treatment with physician
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. DAVID E KEMP Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-2005-CA-646

Indemnity Paid: $100,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201056192
Claim Number :02G22592PL
Date Submitted :2/1/2010
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
University of Florida JHMHC Self-Insurance ProgramPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-600205 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDanelleHTowater
Street Address
3450 Hull Road, Ste 4358
CityStateZip
GainesvilleFL32611-2735
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(352) 273 - 7006 (352) 273 - 7287towatdt@shands.ufl.edu
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDavidEKemp
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer922 E Call Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
StarkeFL32091Bradford
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
UFBOT02G$2,000,000*NR
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME72557Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FBradford
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
BRADFORD HOSPITAL100103
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/16/20037/22/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Ankle pain
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Evaluation of right ankle pain
Diagnostic Code :845
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose and treat ankle fracture
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Charcot joint; amputation of foot
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
12/27/200504-2005-CA-646
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Bradford6/5/2008
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Shankwiler, Reed A
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/5/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$100,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$38,711
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$21,350
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Assessment of treatment with physician
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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904-964-2323
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida?

Typically an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice and is licensed in the state of Florida.

Can you file a medical malpractice lawsuit without a lawyer?

Yes you can, however it is highly advised not to as the medical malpractice case law is very complex

What kind of attorney do I need to sue a doctor?

You should look for an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice, you can also search for tort lawyer.

What percentage do malpractice lawyers get?

Most medical malpractice attorneys charge at least a 40% contingency fee.

How long do you have to sue for medical malpractice in Florida?

Under the 2019 Florida statutes, An action for medical malpractice shall be commenced within 2 years from the time the incident giving rise to the action occurred or within 2 years from the time the incident is discovered, or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence; however, in no event shall the action be commenced later than 4 years from the date of the incident or occurrence out of which the cause of action accrued, except that this 4-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. An “action for medical malpractice” is defined as a claim in tort or in contract for damages because of the death, injury, or monetary loss to any person arising out of any medical, dental, or surgical diagnosis, treatment, or care by any provider of health care. The limitation of actions within this subsection shall be limited to the health care provider and persons in privity with the provider of health care. In those actions covered by this paragraph in which it can be shown that fraud, concealment, or intentional misrepresentation of fact prevented the discovery of the injury the period of limitations is extended forward 2 years from the time that the injury is discovered or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence, but in no event to exceed 7 years from the date the incident giving rise to the injury occurred, except that this 7-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. This paragraph shall not apply to actions for which ss. 766.301-766.316 provide the exclusive remedy. see section 7 chaper b http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0095/Sections/0095.11.html

Is there a cap on medical malpractice in Florida?

With respect to a cause of action for personal injury or wrongful death arising from medical negligence of practitioners, regardless of the number of such practitioner defendants, noneconomic damages shall not exceed $500,000 per claimant. No practitioner shall be liable for more than $500,000 in noneconomic damages, regardless of the number of claimants. see http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0766/Sections/0766.118.html

Do doctors in Florida have to have malpractice insurance?

Under Florida law, physicians are generally required to carry medical malpractice insurance or otherwise demonstrate financial responsibility to cover potential claims for medical malpractice. However, certain part-time physicians who meet state requirements are exempt from the financial responsibility law. see http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0400-0499/0458/Sections/0458.320.html

Is there a time limit to file a medical malpractice suit?

Under the 2019 Florida statutes, An action for medical malpractice shall be commenced within 2 years from the time the incident giving rise to the action occurred or within 2 years from the time the incident is discovered, or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence; however, in no event shall the action be commenced later than 4 years from the date of the incident or occurrence out of which the cause of action accrued, except that this 4-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. An “action for medical malpractice” is defined as a claim in tort or in contract for damages because of the death, injury, or monetary loss to any person arising out of any medical, dental, or surgical diagnosis, treatment, or care by any provider of health care. The limitation of actions within this subsection shall be limited to the health care provider and persons in privity with the provider of health care. In those actions covered by this paragraph in which it can be shown that fraud, concealment, or intentional misrepresentation of fact prevented the discovery of the injury the period of limitations is extended forward 2 years from the time that the injury is discovered or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence, but in no event to exceed 7 years from the date the incident giving rise to the injury occurred, except that this 7-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. This paragraph shall not apply to actions for which ss. 766.301-766.316 provide the exclusive remedy. see section 7 chaper b http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0095/Sections/0095.11.html

What is considered medical malpractice in Florida?

Medical Malpractice in Florida is defined as significant harm. This means that the injury must be serious enough to have resulted in significant healthcare expenses, missed work and caused ongoing pain and suffering.

What is the statute of limitations for legal malpractice in Florida?

Under the 2019 Florida statutes, An action for medical malpractice shall be commenced within 2 years from the time the incident giving rise to the action occurred or within 2 years from the time the incident is discovered, or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence; however, in no event shall the action be commenced later than 4 years from the date of the incident or occurrence out of which the cause of action accrued, except that this 4-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. An “action for medical malpractice” is defined as a claim in tort or in contract for damages because of the death, injury, or monetary loss to any person arising out of any medical, dental, or surgical diagnosis, treatment, or care by any provider of health care. The limitation of actions within this subsection shall be limited to the health care provider and persons in privity with the provider of health care. In those actions covered by this paragraph in which it can be shown that fraud, concealment, or intentional misrepresentation of fact prevented the discovery of the injury the period of limitations is extended forward 2 years from the time that the injury is discovered or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence, but in no event to exceed 7 years from the date the incident giving rise to the injury occurred, except that this 7-year period shall not bar an action brought on behalf of a minor on or before the child’s eighth birthday. This paragraph shall not apply to actions for which ss. 766.301-766.316 provide the exclusive remedy. see section 7 chaper b http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0095/Sections/0095.11.html

Who can file a wrongful death suit in Florida?

Florida law requires a representative of the deceased person's estate to file the wrongful death claim. The representative may be named in the will or estate plan. The court will appoint a representative if there is no will or estate plan

What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Florida?

Under the 2019 Florida statutes, the statute of limitations for wrongful death is within two years of the date of death for most cases.

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