Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Leon County Florida

Dr. JAMES C PENROD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 03 CA 1622

Indemnity Paid: $2,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200746344
Claim Number :122675
Date Submitted :12/18/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityProNational Insurance Company
Street Address
13919 Carrollwood Village Run
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJamesCPenrod
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed131 Sunray Court
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Port Saint JoeFL32456Gulf
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MP37692$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME13741Pediatrics - No Surgery00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/20/20025/8/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Hyperbilirubinemia.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Alleged failure to admit to hospital.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Death.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/4/200303 CA 1622
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon12/6/2007
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Professional Park Pediatrics, P.A.
Pediatrics of Timberlane, P.A.
Elzie, John L
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
After court verdict and prior to filing of notice of appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Disposed of by Court
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
12/12/2007
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$148,913
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$68,894
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$2,000,000
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 has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:12/11/2007 2:46:45 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect additional legal fees and expenses paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid6290268894
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel143621148913
 
Date of Change:12/18/2007 12:12:17 PM
Reason for Change:Update to reflect indemnity payment following settlement.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Settlement Reached01
Injured Person Total Non-Economic Loss02000000
Date of Final Disposition25-JUN-0706-DEC-07
Indemnity Paid02000000

 

 

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Dr. JAMES C PENROD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 03-CA-1622

Indemnity Paid: $2,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200747936
Claim Number :122675
Date Submitted :8/19/2009
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityPROASSURANCE INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.
Street Address
13919 Carrollwood Village Run
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJamesCPenrod
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1272 A Timberlane Road
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32312Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MP37692$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME13741Pediatrics - No Surgery000000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/20/20025/8/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Hyperbilirubinemia.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
None.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose sepsis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Death.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
3/11/200403-CA-1622
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon12/6/2007
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Professional Park Pediatrics, P.A.
Elzie, John L
Pediatrics on Timberlane, P.A.
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
After court verdict and prior to filing of notice of appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Disposed of by Court
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
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$2,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$150,619
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$69,908
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$2,000,000
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
Insuredd has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:12/18/2007 12:17:38 PM
Reason for Change:PLEASE DELETE THIS REPORT DUE TO DUPLICATION.This was originally reported oon 7/24/07.I resubmitted in error instead of updating previous report.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Certification Number00000000000
 
Date of Change:8/19/2009 1:44:18 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect additional legal fees and expenses paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel148913150619
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid6889469908

 

 

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Dr. JULIAN E HURT Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2016-CA-000077

Indemnity Paid: $1,450,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201783222
Claim Number : 52296
Date Submitted : 9/29/2017
 
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   (407) 370 - 2247 ctschanz@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJulianEHurt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1405 Centerville Rd., Ste. 5000
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1601129 11$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME46161Surgery - Cardiac 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL100135
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/18/20142/10/2015
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Asymptomatic abdominal aortic aneurysm
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Surgical repair of asymptomatic AAA
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged performance of unnecessary procedure
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Numerous additional surgeries
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/12/20162016-CA-000077
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon9/14/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Southern Cardiac & Vascular Assoc.
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
8/22/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,450,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$12,859
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$8,342
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$433,000$0
Wage Loss$0$200,000
Other Expenses$5,005$1,000,000
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. GORDON J LOW Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2004-CA-2445

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200539014
Claim Number :A04-30769-02
Date Submitted :12/22/2005
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
FIRST PROFESSIONALS INSURANCE COMPANY, INCPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-6614702 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualCheriMMontague
Street Address
1000 Riverside Drive, Suite 800
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32204
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(800) 741 - 37423043(904) 358 - 6728montague@fpic.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualGordonJLow
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1707 Riggins Road
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
56893$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME45410Dermatology - Clinical and Dermatological Immunology80256

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
3/2/20025/21/2004
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
HSV.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Failure to diagnose.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Blistering dermatitis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Development of meningoencephalitis, resulting in cerebral palsy.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Grave - Quadraplegia, severe brain damage, lifelong care or fatal prognosis.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
10/21/20042004-CA-2445
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon11/23/2005
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Penrod, M.D., James
Manning, M.D., Charles
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
11/23/2005
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$58,722
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$5,942
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$1,000,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$300,000$14,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$45,000$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insurance company staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures. Risk management referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. MINAL KRISHNAMURTHY Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-CA-123

Indemnity Paid: $950,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200641825
Claim Number :A03-28362-02
Date Submitted :8/7/2006
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
FIRST PROFESSIONALS INSURANCE COMPANY, INCPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-6614702 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualCheriMMontague
Street Address
1000 Riverside Avenue, Suite 800
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32204
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(800) 741 - 37423043(904) 358 - 6728montague@fpic.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMinal Krishnamurthy
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1405 Centerville Road, Ste 4000
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
38363$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME26987Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology80153

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL100135
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Labor and Delivery Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/29/20024/22/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Term labor and delivery.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Alleged failure to appreciate fetal distress via fetal strips.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Hypoxia, resulting in cerebral palsy.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Grave - Quadraplegia, severe brain damage, lifelong care or fatal prognosis.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
2/2/200404-CA-123
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon7/13/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Tallahassee Memorial 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
7/13/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$950,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$28,907
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$15,247
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$950,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$210,000$4,000,000
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. Risk management referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. THOMAS TRUMAN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 02CA1626

Indemnity Paid: $900,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200433736
Claim Number :01-0187
Date Submitted :12/10/2004
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
CLARENDON NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
52-0266645 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNancy  Thomas
Street Address
2000 West Sam Houston Parkway South, 19th Floor; One Briarlake Plaza
CityStateZip
HoustonTX77042-361
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(713) 935 - 8868 (713) 461 - 8130nancy_thomas@ajg.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualThomas Truman
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1318 North Monroe StreetSuite E
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32303Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
CMP0006374$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME62633Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL100254
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Labor and Delivery Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/10/20007/15/2001
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Delivery of infant
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Infant went into respiratory distress after delivery and UVC placed
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
NA
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
X-ray revealed tip of catheter in tip of infant's heart.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
7/5/200202CA1626
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon12/9/2004
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Patterson, Todd
Tallahassee Community 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
9/30/2004
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$900,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$67,811
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$20,683
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.

 

 

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Dr. MARILYN M COX Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2017 CA 000861

Indemnity Paid: $900,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201990637
Claim Number : 59680
Date Submitted : 11/18/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
58-1449198  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Mercedes   Pressley
Street Address
3535 Piedmont Road, NE
City State Zip
Atlanta GA 30305
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(404) 842 - 4882     MPressley@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMarilynMCox
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1300 Medical Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600007 18$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME47541Cardiovascular Disease - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTHERN WINDS HOSPITAL110040
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Special Procedure Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
11/5/201410/19/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Not available
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Laser lead extraction of malfunctioning recalled defibrillator lead with generator change for defibrillator at replacement time.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to discuss alternatives to lead extraction in the management of a malfunctioning, recalled defibrillator lead.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Outcome: Death
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
4/11/20192017 CA 000861
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon11/4/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Hurt, Julian
Southern Medical Group
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
Southern Cardiac & Vascular Associates, LLC
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
11/4/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$900,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$22,178
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$7,088
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$40,000$117,000
Other Expenses$200,000$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk Management has counseled insured.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. SERGIO GINALDI Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2004-CA-003059

Indemnity Paid: $875,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200640778
Claim Number :20318
Date Submitted :6/29/2006
 
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
IndividualSergio Ginaldi
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1541 Medical Drive #105
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 0102313 06$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME38715Radiology - Diagnostic - Minor Surgery56115

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/6/20037/2/2004
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Right quadrant abdominal pain
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
CT of abdomen
Diagnostic Code :620.2
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose septic pelvic thrombophlebitis
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
12/23/20042004-CA-003059
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon6/21/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Capitol Regional Medical Center
Radiology Associates of Tallahassee
Jacksonville Emergency Consultants
Attlesey, MD, Mark G
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
5/11/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$875,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$43,003
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$20,761
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$875,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$115,600$0
Wage Loss$0$2,507,361
Other Expenses$11,415$1,790,211
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:6/29/2006 9:50:06 AM
Reason for Change:Report udpated to reflect actual court date of final date of disposition
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition24-MAY-0621-JUN-06

 

 

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Dr. JEFFREY LUBIN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2014 CA 000641

Indemnity Paid: $750,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201782267
Claim Number : EMC-FL-14-281221
Date Submitted : 6/9/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
EmCare Holdings, Inc. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
75-173235 SI
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
IndividualJEFFREY LUBIN
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer2626 CAPITAL MEDICAL BLVD.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TALLAHASSEEFL32308Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HAZ1040025381-12$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME55168Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionCAPITAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/10/201311/21/2014
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
BRADYCARDIA
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 TREAT
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
BRADYCARDIA, HTN AND DEATH.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
2/9/20152014 CA 000641
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon6/9/2017
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
5/11/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$750,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$177,036
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$112,173
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.

 

 

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Dr. LAURA B ROSNER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2018-CA-1641

Indemnity Paid: $750,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M202091825
Claim Number : 68044
Date Submitted : 3/17/2020
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
58-1449198  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Mercedes   Pressley
Street Address
3535 Piedmont Road NE
City State Zip
Atlanta GA 30305
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(404) 842 - 5600     MPressley@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualLauraBRosner
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
LicensedPO Box 12427
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TallahasseeFL32303Leon
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600514 18$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME79455Physicians - No Surgery 

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Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FLeon
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Outpatient FacilityNot in Institution
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherNot in inpatient facility
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
3/28/20124/9/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Not available
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Colonoscopy
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged delay diagnosis
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
death
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
4/24/20192018-CA-1641
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Leon2/27/2020
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Tallahassee Primary Care Associates, 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
2/24/2020
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$750,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$30,559
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$27,769
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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Anya Elisa Macias
6267 Old Water Oak Rd Ste 203
Tallahassee, FL 32312-3858
850-422-2520
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Brian O'Shea Finnerty
The Law Office of Brian O. Finnerty, P.A
541 Beverly Ct
Tallahassee, FL 32301-7529
850-228-6366
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Cameron Michael Kennedy
Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley
517 N Calhoun St
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1231
850-224-7600
http://www.searcylaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Carrie Mendrick Roane
Fasig|Brooks
3522 Thomasville Rd Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32309-3488
850-224-3310
http://www.fasigbrooks.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Chase Edward Boswell
Pennington P.A.
215 S Monroe St Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1852
850-222-3533
http://www.penningtonlaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Christina Lynn Pardieck
Pennington, P.A.
PO Box 10095
Tallahassee, FL 32302-2095
850-222-3533
http://penningtonlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Dana Nelson Brooks
Fasig Brooks
3522 Thomasville Rd Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32309-3488
850-224-3310
http://www.fasigbrooks.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
David Aaron Weisz
Andrews Law Firm
822 N Monroe St
Tallahassee, FL 32303-6141
850-681-6416
https://andrewslaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
David Wayne Moye
Moye Law Firm
David W. Moye
527 E Park Ave
Tallahassee, FL 32301-2571
850-224-6693
http://www.moyelawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Dean Robert Leboeuf
Brooks LeBoeuf Bennett Foster & Gwartney
909 E Park Ave
Tallahassee, FL 32301-2646
850-222-2000
http://www.tallahasseeattorneys.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Dorothy M. Burnsed
Florida Department of Corrections
State of Florida Dept. of Corrections
501 S Calhoun St
Tallahassee, FL 32399-6505
850-717-3605
http://www.dc.state.fl.us
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Edwin A Green II
Law Offices of Edwin A. Green, II
215 Delta Ct
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4875
850-599-6372
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Elizabeth Minor Van den Berg
Guilday Law
1983 Centre Pointe Blvd Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32308-7823
850-224-7091
https://guildaylaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Halley Michelle Stephens
Stephens Law, LLC
2868 Remington Green Cir Ste B
Tallahassee, FL 32308-3755
850-999-2000
http://www.stephenslawoffice.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Jacob Miller Salow
Henry Buchanan, P.A.
2508 Barrington Circle
PO Box 14079
Tallahassee, FL 32317-4079
850-222-2920
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
John Stephen Derr
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
227 N Bronough St Ste 7400
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1334
850-412-1042
http://www.qpwblaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Lisa Barclay Fountain
Sniffen & Spellman, P.A.
123 N Monroe St
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1509
850-205-1996
http://sniffenlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Luke John Grabowski
Henry Buchanan, P.A.
PO Box 14079
Tallahassee, FL 32317-4079
850-222-2920
http://henryblaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Maria A Santoro
Dennis Jackson Martin Fontela
1591 Summit Lake Dr Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32317-7951
850-422-3345
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Mark Walser Nonni
Barrett Nonni & Homola, PLLC
326 Williams St
Tallahassee, FL 32303-6230
850-601-1111
http://www.bnhlegal.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Marshall Barry Kapp
625 Eagle View Cir
Tallahassee, FL 32311-1208
850-942-0546
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Miguel A Olivella Jr.
Office of the Attorney General
State of Florida
PL-01 The Capitol
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1050
850-414-3817
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Nora Rachelle Bailey
Dennis, Jackson, Martin, & Fontela, P.A.
1591 Summit Lake Dr Ste 200
Tallahassee, FL 32317-7951
850-422-3345
http://www.djmf-law.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Rebekah Ann Davis
Florida Department of Economic Opportuni
107 E Madison St
Tallahassee, FL 32399-6508
850-245-8530
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Rhonda Susan Bennett
Brooks LeBoeuf Bennett Foster & Gwartney
909 E Park Ave
Tallahassee, FL 32301-2646
850-222-2000
http://www.tallahasseeattorneys.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Richard Berry Collins
Collins & Truett Attorneys at Law, P.A.
4690 Highgrove Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32309-2954
850-765-5798
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Ryan Joshua Andrews
Andrews Law Firm
822 N Monroe St
Tallahassee, FL 32303-6141
850-681-6416
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Ryan Michael Garrett
Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig LLP
3600 Maclay Blvd S Ste 101
Tallahassee, FL 32312-1276
850-894-4111
http://www.butler.legal
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Scott Edward Gwartney
Brooks LeBoeuf Bennett Foster & Gwartney
909 E Park Ave
Tallahassee, FL 32301-2646
850-222-2000
http://tallahasseeattorneys.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Tara Jean Hopper Zeltner
Trulieve
3494 Martin Hurst Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312-1702
617-947-7897
http://trulieve.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
Warren James Pearson
American Controlled Substance Foundation
3562 Four Oaks Blvd
Tallahassee, FL 32311-3308
850-567-6164
http://americancsf.org
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes
William Howard Davis
William H Davis, PA
215 E Tharpe St
Tallahassee, FL 32303-5550
850-556-1767
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Leon County Florida: Yes

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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