Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Manatee County Florida

Dr. ANDREW LISKIEWICZ Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2002 CA 4132

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200640707
Claim Number :D02-25739-01
Date Submitted :5/19/2006
 
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
IndividualAndrew Liskiewicz
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed2416 Landings Circle, NW
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
47519$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME36089Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery80102

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
BLAKE MEDICAL CENTER100213
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/12/20013/25/2002
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Spinal dural hematoma.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Patient was paralyzed from waist down prior to performance of evacuation of hematoma with laminectomies from C-6 thru T-3.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Paralysis of lower extremities-paraplegia.
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
8/15/20022002 CA 4132
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee4/24/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Pinnacle Medical Group
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
4/24/2006
 
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$103,147
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$40,462
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$1,000,000
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
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. KEVIN M JOHNSON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2002-DR-004132

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200640713
Claim Number :E02-25739-01
Date Submitted :5/19/2006
 
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
IndividualKevinMJohnson
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed7252 Manatee Avenue West
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
98474$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME72325Family Physicians or General Practitioners - Minor Surgery80242

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
BLAKE MEDICAL CENTER100213
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/11/20014/23/2002
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Spinal dural hematoma.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Patient was paralyzed from waist down prior to performance of evacuation of hematoma with laminectomies from C-6 thru T-3.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Paralysis of lower extremities-paraplegia.
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
8/21/20022002-DR-004132
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee4/24/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Bradenton Emergency Medicine Assoc. Inc.
Pinnacle Medical Group, P.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
4/24/2006
 
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$128,174
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$96,866
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$1,000,000
Deductible$50,000
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
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. FLORENCE HEIMBERG Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 09-CA-05203

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201159782
Claim Number :137337
Date Submitted :2/3/2011
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY OF HARTFORDPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
06-0464510 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualTeresa Ross
Street Address
One Park Plaza P.O. Box 555
CityStateZip
NashvilleTN37202
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(615) 344 - 5804  Teresa.Ross@HCAHealthcare.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualFLORENCE HEIMBERG
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed804 40th Street W
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34205Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HAZ2074997968$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME41255Radiology - Diagnostic - No Surgery01

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Outpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
BLAKE MEDICAL CENTER100213
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherRadiology
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/28/20072/13/2009
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Left breast cancer.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Allegations that physician failed to properly read the 2/29/07 mammogram & left breast sonogram.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
On 2/28/07, patient had a bilateral diagnostic mammogram & left breast sonogram interpreted by named physician. On mammogram there was a new focal area of asymmetry in the mid medial posterior left breast measuring 1.9 cm.However sonogram did not correspond the findings on mammogram. She was assigned a BI-RADS of 3 follow up in 6 months. On 9/26/07 left breast mammogram & sonogram interpreted by another physician revealed asymmetry increased in size to 2 cm but was not seen on sonogram. Needle localization of left breast was positive for invasive ductal carcinoma. On 1/14/08 she underwent left total mastectomy, sentinel node biopsy & right prophylactic total mastectomy followed by reconstructive surgery at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. She refused axillary node dissection & axillary radiation. Staging studies revealed right breast showed DCIS multifocal in right breast. Her breast cancer was diagnosed as Stage II & she commenced with "dose-dense" chemotherapy treatments. A 2.2 cm lesion in right lobe of liver was negative on first CT liver biopsy on 3/11/08 & positive for metastatic CA on second CT liver biopsy done on 3/31/08. Her cancer stage upgraded to a Stage IV. She had a Cyberknife procedure 8/18/08 on liver.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Delayed diagnosis of breast cancer resulting in spread of cancer.
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
5/21/200909-CA-05203
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee1/24/2011
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Blake Medical Center
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
1/3/2011
 
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$0
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$11,984
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$800,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$100,000$100,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Review of policies and procedures.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. ERIC B SUNDBERG Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2017DA 002514 AX

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201987796
Claim Number : 343465
Date Submitted : 2/7/2019
 
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
IndividualEricBSundberg
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed6015 Pointe West Blvd.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
0921031$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME120448Surgery - Orthopedic 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER23960046
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/22/20156/1/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
The patient complained of severe lower back pain and radiculopathy, he was diagnosed with severe lumbar spondylosis with degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, retrolisthesis and stenosis.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
L3-S1 posterior lateral fusion with inner body fusion and instrumentation laminectomy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
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
5/18/20172017DA 002514 AX
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee1/8/2019
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
1/8/2019
 
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$114,589
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$62,771
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
Insurance company staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures. Patient Safety referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. JAMES M COTTOM Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2017CA001875

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201990375
Claim Number : 348394
Date Submitted : 10/24/2019
 
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
IndividualJamesMCottom
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed6015 Pointe W. Boulevard W.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Bradenton FL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
921031$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Podiatric Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
PO3305  

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Outpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER23960046
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/15/201510/11/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Severe hallux valgus deformity, left foot.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Left first tarsometatarsal fusion and silver bunionectomy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Alleged improper performance of left foot reconstructive surgery resulting in ischemic injury, infection and BKA.
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
6/23/20172017CA001875
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee10/21/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Manatee Memorial Hospital dba Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Inphynet Contracting Services, LLC
Inphynet Contracting Services, Inc.
Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine of Southwest Florida,
Tishman, DO, Neal D
Richardson, DPM, Phillip 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
10/21/2019
 
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$33,484
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$10,860
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$109,000$347,000
Wage Loss$23,000$158,000
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.

 

Dr. KEVIN BOYER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2013-CA-003083

Indemnity Paid: $975,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201573729
Claim Number : 147859
Date Submitted : 6/9/2015
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
HEALTH CARE INDEMNITY, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
61-0904881  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Teresa   Ross
Street Address
One Park Plaza P.O. Box 555
City State Zip
Nashville TN 37202
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(615) 344 - 5804     Teresa.Ross@HCAHealthcare.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualKevin Boyer
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed7005 Cortez Road West
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34210Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HCI-10111$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME68033Surgery - Neurology - Including Child01

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
BLAKE MEDICAL CENTER100213
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
11/10/201110/16/2012
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Chronic pain syndrome.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Patient admitted for intrathecal morphine pump insertion. Patient developed pulmonary embolism post operatively. Allege spinal cord was damaged durint attept to place pump without fluoroscopy or radiological assistance until after third attempt to place catheter.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Spinal cord injury, hemorrhage.
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
6/7/20132013-CA-003083
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee2/27/2015
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
1/29/2015
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$975,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$137,388
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$35,273
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$500,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$93,000$1,170,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Review of policies and procedures.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:5/21/2015 11:05:12 AM
Reason for Change:Additional LAE payments made.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid3403035273
Injured Person Address CountySarasota
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel130205137216
Per Claim Policy Limits2500005000000
Aggregate Policy Limits75000010000000
 
Date of Change:5/21/2015 11:19:23 AM
Reason for Change:Corrected policy limits/aggregate limits.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Per Claim Policy Limits5000000250000
Aggregate Policy Limits10000000750000
 
Date of Change:6/9/2015 3:19:27 PM
Reason for Change:Additional LAE payments made.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Injured Person Address CountySarasota
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel137216137388

 

 

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Dr. CHRISTOPHER HADDAD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2014-CA-000702

Indemnity Paid: $975,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201574519
Claim Number : SHI-13-239878-1
Date Submitted : 5/6/2015
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
CONTINENTAL CASUALTY COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
36-2114545  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kathy A Stockton
Street Address
9821 Katy Freeway
City State Zip
Houston TX 77024
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(713) 935 - 2404   (713) 461 - 8130 kathy_stockton@westernlitigation.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualCHRISTOPHER HADDAD
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed12603 DAISY PL
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BRADENTONFL34212Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HAZ1064401339-10$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME97362Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER23960046
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/22/20138/7/2013
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
TAKEN TO ER WITH CHEST PAIN, POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND NAUSEA.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
EKG, CXR, TROPONINS.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
DIAGNOSED WITH GASTRITIS AND DUODENITIS
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
DIED OF DISSECTION OF THE PROXIMAL AORTA.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
2/11/20142014-CA-000702
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee4/7/2015
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
2/12/2015
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$975,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$8,102
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$2,531
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. CAROL TOMLINSON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2006 CA 000700 B

Indemnity Paid: $901,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200955594
Claim Number :33009-02
Date Submitted :11/30/2009
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
FIRST PROFESSIONALS INSURANCE COMPANY, INCPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-6614702 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualOdessa Choice
Street Address
1000 Riverside Avenue, Suite 800
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32204
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(800) 741 - 37423045(904) 358 - 6728odessa.choice@fpic.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualCAROL TOMLINSON
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed2101 61st Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
30433$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Registered Nurse 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ARNP1105452Internal Medicine - No Surgery71510

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other LocationIMG Academy
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/4/20049/21/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
School physical for athletics.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
None.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
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
3/16/20062006 CA 000700 B
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee10/30/2009
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Soler, M.D., Joseph
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During trial, but before court verdict.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
OtherSettled during trial
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
10/30/2009
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$901,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$52,509
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$22,983
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$901,000
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. Risk management referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
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Dr. JUDITH L OSTROW Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # CA08-0004695

Indemnity Paid: $525,000.00

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Department File Number :M200640053
Claim Number :251824-1
Date Submitted :3/28/2006
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
MEDICAL PROTECTIVE COMPANY (THE)Primary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
35-0506406 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualKarinaLDobberstein
Street Address
5814 Reed Rd
CityStateZip
Fort WayneIN46835
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(260) 486 - 0490 (260) 486 - 0808karina.dobberstein@medpro.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJUDITHLOSTROW
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed2388 LANDINGS CIR
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BRADENTON FL34209Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
617406$1,500,000$4,500,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME65491Surgery - Neurology - Including Child 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MManatee
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
3/31/199612/15/1997
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
MYOCARDIO INFARCTION WITH WTENT IMPLANTED
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
IGH ANTICARDIOLIPIN ANTIBODY LEVEL ORDERED
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
FAILURE TO FOLLOWUP ON LABS AND ANTICOAGULANT THERAPY AND PERFORM CARDIAC EVALUATION
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
MYOCARDIO INFARCTION WITH ANOXIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
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
11/17/1998CA08-0004695
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee8/30/2005
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
MCELVEEN, WILLIAM 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
8/30/2005
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$525,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$111,895
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$58,767
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
NA
 
Updates
 
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Dr. GINO J SEDILLO Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2003-CA-2302

Indemnity Paid: $500,000.00

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Department File Number :M200538550
Claim Number :17005
Date Submitted :12/2/2005
 
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
IndividualGinoJSedillo
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed316 Manatee Avenue West
CityStateZip CodeCounty
BradentonFL34205Manatee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600142 02$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME76343Cardiovascular Disease - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FManatee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
MANATEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL100035
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
10/26/200010/21/2002
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Chronic DVT
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Use of thrombolytics
Diagnostic Code :436.0
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleges mismanagement of chronic DVT
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Cerebal vascular accident
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
4/24/20032003-CA-2302
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Manatee10/12/2005
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Bradenton Cardiology
UHS of Manatee
Manatee 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
10/14/2005
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$88,140
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$55,942
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$500,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$350,000$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
 
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Eric David Bruce
Heintz & Becker
905 6th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205-7701
941-748-2916
http://www.heintzlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee County Florida: Yes
James M Horne Jr.
James Horne Law, PA
9040 Town Center Pkwy
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202-4101
941-210-6000
http://www.jhornelaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee County Florida: Yes
John Paul Fleck Jr.
John Paul Fleck, Jr.
1111 Martin Luther King Jr Ave W Ste C
Bradenton, FL 34205-7745
941-749-1832
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee County Florida: Yes
Matthew Charles Erjavec
Erjavec Injury Law
8470 Enterprise Cir Ste 300
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202-4105
941-907-1133
http://www.injurylaw941.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee County Florida: Yes
Peggy Schurfranz
Peggy G. Schurfranz, P.A.
1713 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205-5948
941-746-4266
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee County Florida: Yes
Sandra Lynn Bucha
McCue, Reams & Associates
524 9th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205-7736
941-748-1358
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Manatee 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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