Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Okeechobee County Florida

Dr. RICHARD A JAMES Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2000-CA-295

Indemnity Paid: $895,963.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200639632
Claim Number :A99-21729-98
Date Submitted :2/23/2006
 
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 Drive, Suite 800
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32204
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(800) 741 - 37423043(904) 358 - 6728montague@fpic.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichardAJames
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed210 W N Park St, Ste 204
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
25926$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME66880Surgery - General80143

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
COLUMBIA RAULERSON HOSPITAL100252
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/10/199811/15/1999
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Rib fractures and avulsion fracture of right wrist.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Patient underwent serial x-rays during hospitalization.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
It is alleged that the insured failed to evaluate and treat chest trauma and left empyema.
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
2/1/20012000-CA-295
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee1/26/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Gateway Medical Group
Columbia Raulerson 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
Disposed of by Court
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
1/26/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$895,963
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$154,340
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$73,397
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$895,963
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. JAMES E BRADFIELD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 472018CA000063A

Indemnity Paid: $750,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201988835
Claim Number : 162750-2
Date Submitted : 3/16/2020
 
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 Christina J Stoker
Street Address
2515 PARK PLAZA, BLDG 2-3E
City State Zip
Nashville TN 37203
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(615) 344 - 1779   (866) 715 - 7235 christina.stoker@hcahealthcare.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJAMESEBRADFIELD
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1713 HIGHWAY 441 NORTH STE F
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HCI-10115$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME94007Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
COLUMBIA RAULERSON HOSPITAL100252
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherRADIOLOGY
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/18/20159/28/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
GYNECOLOGICAL CARE
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
MAMMOGRAMS AND BREAST ULTRASOUNDS AS PART OF CARE.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
STAGE IV BREAST CANCER WITH METASTASIS.
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
3/7/2018472018CA000063A
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee4/29/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
VENNOS, M.D., ALEXANDER
MATEO, M.D., DAVID
COLEMAN, ARNP, CHARLYN
FLORIDA UNITED RADIOLOGY
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
4/4/2019
 
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$65,553
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$12,625
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$750,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$147,567$0
Wage Loss$10,732$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
REFERRED TO RISK MANAGEMENT.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. ALEXANDER VENNOS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 472018CA000063A

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201988583
Claim Number : EHC-SHI-17R-XS398841
Date Submitted : 4/24/2019
 
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
IndividualALEXANDER VENNOS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer4054 SW RIVERS END WAY
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PALM CITYFL34990Palm Beach
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
Envision 2017 Excess$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME54814Radiology - Diagnostic - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionRAULERSON HOSPITAL
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/19/20159/19/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
SCREENING MAMMOGRAM
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
SCREENING MAMMOGRAM
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
ALLEGED FAILURE TO PROPERLY INTERPRET MAMMOGRAM
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
DIAGNOSED WITH STAGE IV BREAST 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
3/27/2018472018CA000063A
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee4/24/2019
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 subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
3/21/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$36,100
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$20,249
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
UNKNOWN
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. ABUL F MOHAMMED ALI Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2004CA123

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200639901
Claim Number :20035-01
Date Submitted :3/13/2006
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
AMERICAN PHYSICIANS ASSURANCE CORPORATIONPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2102867 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNancy Kirsch
Street Address
327 Plaza Real, Suite 319
CityStateZip
Boca RatonFL33432
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(561) 362 - 3332 (561) 417 - 6125nkirsch@acaponline.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualABULFMOHAMMED ALI
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed225 NE 19TH DRIVE
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
126316$500,000$1,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME60462Neurology - Including Child - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionRAULERSON HOSPITAL
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
11/25/20026/20/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
The claimant presented with a three day history of facial drooping on the right as well as weakness in the right arm and leg.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Insured performed a neurological evaluation and referred the claimant for various studies to rule out an acute cerebral vascualr event.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Insured misdiagnosed claimant with Bells palsy. Claimant actually was undergoing acute cerebral bascular event.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
It is alleged that the insured mistook an evolving CVA for a Bells palsy and thus denied the patient possible further treatment which resulted in the condition to worsen to a semi-comatose state.
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
4/5/20042004CA123
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee3/13/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
RAULERSON HOSPITAL
PICERNE, STEVEN D
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING SERVICES, 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
3/13/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$76,184
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$22,685
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
Insured consulted with claims personnel and defense counsel.$250,000.00 was paid in full and final settlement of all claims on behalf of the insured.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. RAMAKRISHNA KOTHALANKA Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2007 CA 150

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200849936
Claim Number :9891
Date Submitted :6/23/2008
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PHYSICIANS PREFERRED INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
27-0087259 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMaxAHorovitz
Street Address
9310 Old Kings Rd South Suite 702
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32257
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(940) 332 - 7841 (904) 332 - 7842mhorovitz@physicianspreferred.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRamakrishna Kothalanka
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed107 NE 19th Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34572Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
10016$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME74179Physicians or Surgeons - Major Surgery.NOC classification. 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
COLUMBIA RAULERSON HOSPITAL100252
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/30/20041/11/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Morbid Obesity
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Gastric bypass surgery.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to timely diagnose and treat bowel perforation and 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
5/21/20072007 CA 150
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee5/27/2008
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
5/27/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$55,431
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
None known
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. MANUEL G GARCIA Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2011-CA-197

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201263125
Claim Number :36864
Date Submitted :6/25/2012
 
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 - 2247ctschanz@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualManuelGGarcia
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed312 NW 5th Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1602622 01$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME21272Surgery - General 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/12/20103/1/2011
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Hernia
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Laparoscopic hernia repair
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to properly perform procedure
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Sepsis
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs.Includes non-disabling injuries.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
7/21/20112011-CA-197
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee5/29/2012
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Moyer, MD, Philip W
Sun Surgical LLC
Okeechobee Medical Partners
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
2/29/2012
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$32,301
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$8,627
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$1,233,550$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$250,000$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:6/25/2012 2:04:31 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect Court Document final disposition date of 05/29/12
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition29-FEB-1229-MAY-12

 

 

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Dr. ELIZABETH QUINTO Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2013 ca 53

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201368820
Claim Number :C152382
Date Submitted :10/29/2013
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
ADMIRAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
22-2235730 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDianeMPucci
Street Address
1000 Howard Boulevard
CityStateZip
Mt. LaurelNJ08054
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(856) 857 - 3375 (856) 429 - 3630dpucci@admiralins.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualELIZABETH QUINTO
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed575 S.W. 28TH STREET
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34979Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
EO000012541-03$250,000$2,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME43130Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
TREASURE COAST CENTER FOR SURGERY272
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherRAULERSON HOSPITAL (NOT IN YOUR LIST)
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/15/20119/13/2012
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
PRESENTED TO ER OF RAULERSON HOSPITAL WITH COMPLAINTS OF UPPER RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
GIVEN ROCEPHIN.PATIENT SUFFERED AN ALLERGIC REACTION WHICH LED TO AN AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
MEDICAL TEAMS ATTEMPT TO RESUSICATE, VENTILATE AND INTUBATE THE DECEDENT WERE UNSUCCESSFUL DUE TO A SWOLLEN EPIGLOTTIS AND VOCAL CORDS WHICH PREVENTED INTUBATION.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
PATIENT DIED.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/22/20122013 ca 53
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee10/11/2013
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
10/17/2013
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$33,845
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
NONE
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. LELAND HELLER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2001-CA22

Indemnity Paid: $197,500.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200851282
Claim Number :23052-01
Date Submitted :11/4/2008
 
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
IndividualLeland Heller
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1713 Hwy 441 N, Ste E
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
23526$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME36675Family Physicians or General Practitioners - No Surgery80239

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MOkeechobee
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
11/5/19989/14/2000
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented with chest pain and shortness of breath.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
None.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
It is alleged that the insured failed to diagnose the patient's condition, resulting in a delay in diagnosing myocardial infarction.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Myocardial infarction.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/20/20012001-CA22
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee10/9/2008
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Okeechobee Family Practice, 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
10/9/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$197,500
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$141,975
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$111,884
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$197,500
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.
 
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Dr. CHRISTOPHER MAVROIDES Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2010CA501

Indemnity Paid: $195,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201160771
Claim Number :40033-01
Date Submitted :6/8/2011
 
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
IndividualChristopher Mavroides
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1713 N 441, Ste A
CityStateZip CodeCounty
OkeechobeeFL34972Okeechobee
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
9060$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME55332Internal Medicine - No Surgery80257

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FOkeechobee
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Patient's Home 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/16/20084/8/2010
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Bronchitis, sinusitis and hypothyroid.
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
10/4/20102010CA501
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee5/19/2011
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
5/19/2011
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$195,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$6,796
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$6,620
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$195,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$1,225$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.
 
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Dr. STEVEN D PICERNE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2004CA123

Indemnity Paid: $125,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200640283
Claim Number :A03-29695-02
Date Submitted :4/17/2006
 
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
IndividualStevenDPicerne
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed919 SE PARKWAY DR
CityStateZip CodeCounty
STUARTFL34996Martin
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
57714$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME84506Radiology - Diagnostic - No Surgery80253

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPalm Beach
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
COLUMBIA RAULERSON HOSPITAL100252
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
11/25/200211/6/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
The patient had complaints of right side drooping of her face, confusion and an inability to walk unassisted.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
None.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
An alleged delay in reading Doppler and CT scan of brain caused delay in treatment of condition.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Right side paralysis, slurred speech, inability to eat without PEG tube.
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
5/19/20042004CA123
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Okeechobee3/17/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Ali, M.D., Abdul
Raulerson 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
3/17/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$125,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$48,689
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$19,808
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$125,000
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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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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