Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Pinellas County Florida

Dr. JOSEPH R PATTERSON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 06-5012CI-13

Indemnity Paid: $10,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200643464
Claim Number :MM242494
Date Submitted :12/11/2006
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
EVANSTON INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
36-2950161 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualLinda MMurray
Street Address
Ten Parkway N., Suite 100
CityStateZip
DeerfieldIL60015
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(847) 572 - 6082 (847) 572 - 6338murray@markelcorp.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJosephRPatterson
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed542 Tapiato Lane
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PoincianaFL34759Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MM-810999$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME9314Radiology - Diagnostic - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
LARGO MEDICAL CENTER100248
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
3/19/20042/9/2006
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Claimant entered ER for x-rays to look for free intraperitoneal air.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
X-rays were taken.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
X-rays were misread.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Insured misread x-rays which led to a delay in diagnosis.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/31/200606-5012CI-13
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas12/8/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within 90 days of suit being filed.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
12/11/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$10,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$0
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$1,000,000
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
None.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. DEREK E WILLIAMS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2018-03322-CI

Indemnity Paid: $9,500,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201989222
Claim Number : 2018-08-675-002
Date Submitted : 7/1/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
25-114949  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kaye   Monello
Street Address
2985 Drew Street
City State Zip
Clearwater FL 33759
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(727) 754 - 9268   (727) 519 - 1276 kaye.monello@baycare.org
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDerekEWilliams
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer455 Pinellas Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ClearwaterFL33756Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
120-73-195$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME124590Surgery - Cardiovascular Disease 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL100127
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/12/20161/22/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
60 year old male presented to the ED with chest pain and shortness of breath. Echocardiogram performed 5 months earlier showed severe aortic stenosis, but he had not seen a cardiologist. He had HTN and was a heavy smoker. A cardiac catheterization was performed and results showed double vessel disease, aortic valve stenosis, normal LV function, RCA mid 50% occlusion, mid to distal 60% to 70% occlusion, aortic valve stenosis and severe AVA. The recommendations following the catheterization included valvular surgery, specifically aortic valve replacement. As such, Cardiothoracic Surgery was consulted and the patient was scheduled to undergo an Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) with bio-prosthetic valve on July 12, 2016, with a plan for an upper mini-sternotomy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) with bio-prosthetic valve surgery with a plan for an upper mini-sternotomy was undertaken. Following completion of the valve placement the patient developed hypotension and right ventricular dysfunction. The planned mini-sternotomy was converted to a full sternotomy. Due to multiple episodes of hypotension, it was decided to place an intra-aortic balloon pump. Prior to conclusion of the case, flow was noted in both the left main and right coronary artery on trans esophageal echocardiogram. The patient was transferred to the ICU with the balloon pump and required significant inotropic/pressor support. Heparin was given during the case and reversed with Protamine. On July 13, 2016, after the patient had a very significant elevation of his CK-MB and troponin, he underwent catheterization which showed patent left main and right coronary arteries but with ¿sluggish refill¿ of the right coronary artery. The patient also developed a right pleural effusion concerning for pneumothorax. He was taken back to surgery and mediastinal exploration ensued. During the surgery, evacuation of mediastinal and right hemithorax blood proceeded. Again, Heparin was used during the case and reversed. On July 15, 2014, the patient was taken back to the operating room for evacuation of 600 mL of pleural effusion and closure of the chest.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient developed HIT (Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia) following his surgeries which caused clotting of the vessels in his extremities. The patient was found to have four-extremity ischemia ¿due to low flow state,¿ and Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (¿HIT¿). Vascular surgery was consulted for the ischemia to the hands and feet. An ultrasound done of the extremities was consistent with low output and this eventually led to amputations of the bilateral arms below the elbows and bilateral legs below the knees. There is nothing in the operative report to indicate that an inadequate surgical performance occurred.
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
6/11/20182018-03322-CI
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas6/3/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Morton Plant Hospital
BayCare 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
6/3/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$9,500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$0
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Any risk issues have been addressed.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. DEREK E WILLIAMS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2018-03322-CI

Indemnity Paid: $9,500,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201989257
Claim Number : 2018-08-675-002
Date Submitted : 7/5/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
25-114949  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kaye   Monello
Street Address
2985 Drew Street
City State Zip
Clearwater FL 33759
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(727) 754 - 9268   (727) 519 - 1276 kaye.monello@baycare.org
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDerekEWilliams
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer455 Pinellas Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ClearwaterFL33756Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
120-73-195$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME124590Surgery - Cardiovascular Disease 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL100127
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/12/20161/22/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
60 year old male presented to the ED with chest pain and shortness of breath. Echocardiogram performed 5 months earlier showed severe aortic stenosis, but he had not seen a cardiologist. He had HTN and was a heavy smoker. A cardiac catheterization was performed and results showed double vessel disease, aortic valve stenosis, normal LV function, RCA mid 50% occlusion, mid to distal 60% to 70% occlusion, aortic valve stenosis and severe AVA. The recommendations following the catheterization included valvular surgery, specifically aortic valve replacement. As such, Cardiothoracic Surgery was consulted and the patient was scheduled to undergo an Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) with bio-prosthetic valve on July 12, 2016, with a plan for an upper mini-sternotomy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) with bio-prosthetic valve surgery with a plan for an upper mini-sternotomy was undertaken. Following completion of the valve placement the patient developed hypotension and right ventricular dysfunction. The planned mini-sternotomy was converted to a full sternotomy. Due to multiple episodes of hypotension, it was decided to place an intra-aortic balloon pump. Prior to conclusion of the case, flow was noted in both the left main and right coronary artery on trans esophageal echocardiogram. The patient was transferred to the ICU with the balloon pump and required significant inotropic/pressor support. Heparin was given during the case and reversed with Protamine. On July 13, 2016, after the patient had a very significant elevation of his CK-MB and troponin, he underwent catheterization which showed patent left main and right coronary arteries but with ¿sluggish refill¿ of the right coronary artery. The patient also developed a right pleural effusion concerning for pneumothorax. He was taken back to surgery and mediastinal exploration ensued. During the surgery, evacuation of mediastinal and right hemithorax blood proceeded. Again, Heparin was used during the case and reversed. On July 15, 2014, the patient was taken back to the operating room for evacuation of 600 mL of pleural effusion and closure of the chest.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient developed HIT (Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia) following his surgeries which caused clotting of the vessels in his extremities. The patient was found to have four-extremity ischemia ¿due to low flow state,¿ and Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (¿HIT¿). Vascular surgery was consulted for the ischemia to the hands and feet. An ultrasound done of the extremities was consistent with low output and this eventually led to amputations of the bilateral arms below the elbows and bilateral legs below the knees. There is nothing in the operative report to indicate that an inadequate surgical performance occurred.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
6/11/20182018-03322-CI
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas6/3/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Morton Plant Hospital
BayCare 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
6/3/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$9,500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$59,288
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
Any risk issues have been addressed.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. THOMAS J UMSTEAD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 16-000127-CI

Indemnity Paid: $5,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201886940
Claim Number : 70490-A
Date Submitted : 11/7/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MEDMAL DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
27-2813188  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual James P Lacey
Street Address
76 S. Laura Street, Suite 900
City State Zip
Jacksonville FL 32202
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(904) 482 - 4068   (888) 974 - 6458 claims@medmaldirect.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualThomasJUmstead
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1812 Healthcare Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
New Port RicheyFL34655Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
FL707660$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME44331Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPasco
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
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/27/20145/25/2015
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
VBAC delivery trial of labor.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Vaginal delivery - trial of labor.
Diagnostic Code :09
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Death of a fetus due to trial of labor -VBAC.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/6/201616-000127-CI
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas2/8/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Florida Hospital Tarpon Springs
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During 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
10/4/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$5,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$221,794
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
 
 
Date of Change:11/7/2018 4:17:47 PM
Reason for Change:Final disposition date updated from 10/04/2018 to 02/08/2018.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition04-OCT-1808-FEB-18

 

 

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Dr. EDISON K AZENHA Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 00-8274-CI-20

Indemnity Paid: $4,759,597.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200641001
Claim Number :E27254-01
Date Submitted :1/10/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMaria Gonzalez
Street Address
2801 SW 149th Avenue, Suite 200
CityStateZip
MiramarFL33027
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(954) 602 - 5834  mgonzalez@pronational.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualEdisonKAzenha
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed3102 Jackson Avenue
CityStateZip CodeCounty
MiamiFL33133Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PNFL-3002228-00$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME73973Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology0

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
LARGO MEDICAL CENTER100248
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/20/19986/24/1998
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Fibroid uterus
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Hysterectomy
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose a bowel perforation
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Sepsis, colostomy and amputation of two digits
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
12/12/200000-8274-CI-20
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas5/31/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
A Women's Health & Pregnancy Center
Sider, Todd
West Coast Surgical Specialists
Haicken, Barry N
Largo Medical Center
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
After 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
6/7/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$4,759,597
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$279,324
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$287,330
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$4,759,597
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insured discussed claim with insurance personnel and medical experts.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:10/17/2006 10:13:17 AM
Reason for Change:"Loss Adjusted/Counsel" and "Other Loss Adjustment" has been increased due to additional invoices being paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid275885302893
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel269135279324
 
Date of Change:1/10/2007 11:47:16 AM
Reason for Change:"Other Loss Adjustment" decreased due to reimbursements being made.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid302893287330

 

 

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Dr. DANUTA JACKSON-CURTIS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 03-008570 CI-021

Indemnity Paid: $3,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200538886
Claim Number :40-009108
Date Submitted :12/14/2005
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGEPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
95-2575892 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualHeidi Tam
Street Address
4680 Wilshire Blvd., Sixth Floor
CityStateZip
Los AngelesCA90010
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(323) 930 - 7078  heidi.tam@farmersinsurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDANUTA JACKSON-CURTIS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed28960 US Hwy. 19 North Suite 115
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ClearwaterFL33761Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
0117776130000$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME61310Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
ALL CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL100250
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/29/20029/16/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Autopsy Report indicated: 1.Bronchopneumonia, bilateral, moderate 2. Acute fulminant lymphocytic myocarditis 3.Congestive hepatosplenomegaly.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Claimant contends that the child's respiratory distress was misdiagnosed as acute bronchospasm when it was actually a result of congestive heart failure brought on by lymphocytic myocarditis.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
The child was dehydrated and was treated for dehydration with fluids.While a possibility, viral myocarditis would have been way down the list of suspicion.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The autopsy indicates the cause of death was Myocarditis.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
10/31/200303-008570 CI-021
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas10/20/2005
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
The Emergency Associates for Medicine, Inc.
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
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
10/26/2005
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$3,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$469,961
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$99,957
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$3,000,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$63,842$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$3,469$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
This is a risk management issue.There are no risk management services available to the insured.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. DOUGLAS TURNBULL Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 10012955CL

Indemnity Paid: $2,142,834.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201574447
Claim Number : FP3965701
Date Submitted : 4/30/2015
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
FIRST PROFESSIONALS INSURANCE COMPANY, INC Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
59-6614702  
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
IndividualDouglas Turnbull
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1551 West Bay Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
LargoFL33770Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
FP-88501$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME100205Urology - no surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
LARGO MEDICAL CENTER100248
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
11/21/20081/15/2010
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Ureteral calculi requiring lithotripsy, cystoscopy in 81 year old male.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Lithotripsy, cystoscopy and pain medication with morphine which patient had known "sensitivity to".
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Patient developed confusion and encephalopaty 12 -15 hours after administration of morphine. Patient deteriorated over weeks and died. Plaintiff maintained patient had known "sensitivity" to morphine and it was therefore contraindicated.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
9/8/201010012955CL
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas4/2/2015
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
After appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Disposed of by Court
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff after appeal ... 
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$2,142,834
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$128,058
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$73,237
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.

 

 

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Dr. E K EASTER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 99-006161

Indemnity Paid: $1,945,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200534309
Claim Number :DNT 13021863-10-97
Date Submitted :2/8/2005
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
CINCINNATI INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
31-0542366 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualDanielRWalsh
Street Address
6200 South Gilmore Rd
CityStateZip
FairfieldOH45014
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(513) 870 - 2728 (513) 603 - 5157dan_walsh@cinfin.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualEKEASTER
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed7401 8TH ST N
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ST PETERSBURGFL33702Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
DNT 130 21 86$2,000,000$2,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Dentistry 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
DN5475DentistsAE5062726

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPinellas
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
3/10/19974/16/1999
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Failure to diagnose
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Failure to daignose
Diagnostic Code :010
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Failure to diagnose a virulent infectio in the jaw which communicated to the basilar artery resulting in rupture and death.
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
11/19/199999-006161
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas9/13/2001
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Broome, Craig C
Miller, R H
Northeast Dental Associates
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
OtherDismissal with Prejudice
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/12/2001
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,945,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$42,950
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$7,110
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$8,500$0
Wage Loss$100,000$1,836,500
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Revised pre-screen proceedures
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. JENNIFER CREWS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 16-004904-CI

Indemnity Paid: $1,725,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201988317
Claim Number : 148256
Date Submitted : 3/28/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MEDICUS INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-5623491  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Diane M McNab
Street Address
4651 Salisbury Road
City State Zip
Jacksonville FL 32256
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(954) 439 - 0580     dmcnab@norcal-group.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJennifer Crews
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed701 6th St S
CityStateZip CodeCounty
St PetersburgFL33701Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
FL-16141966$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Physician Assistant 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
PA9106325Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
BAYFRONT MEDICAL CENTER100032
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/21/20142/21/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented to ER with complaints of vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain and dysuria.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
The patient's workup included a comprehensive physical exam, gynecological exam, and a battery of tests. The patient accurately diagnosed with dysfunctional uterine bleeding and bacterial vaginosis, provided appropriate treatment and educated regarding abnormal incidental findings. Patient was advised to have an additional evaluation with the supervising attending physician. Patient declined the additional eval, reported "feeling well", had normal vital signs and requested to be discharged home.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
The patient was advised to follow up with a primary care provider and gynecologist within 72 hours for further evaluation and testing, and/or return to the ER if symptoms worsened. The supervising attending physician agreed with the plan of care. Patient failed to follow up with either specialist or return to the ER. It was alleged this provider failed to order appropriate testing on the patient.
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
7/29/201616-004904-CI
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas2/21/2019
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
3/21/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,725,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$27,120
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$27,120
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 met and conferenced with defense attorney and claims specialist.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. WILLIAM S MAISTRELLIS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # None

Indemnity Paid: $1,500,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200433406
Claim Number :00001
Date Submitted :11/11/2004
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
Sugical Associates Of West FloridaPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-3317557ME19478 & ME31191
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualBarbara  Knapp
Street Address
1106 Druid Rd So Suite 301
CityStateZip
ClearwaterFL33756
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(727) 446 - 5681128(727) 442 - 5505bperris@tbi.net
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualWILLIAMSMAISTRELLIS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer1106 Druid Rd So
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ClearwaterFL33756Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
00001$25,000,000$750,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME19478Surgery - General 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPinellas
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL100127
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/30/20021/23/2004
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
444.21 Upper embolism of Artery
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
34101 Brachial Embolectomy 24495 Fasciotomy75658 Operative Arteriogarm
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Failure Timely to intervene to correct a thromboembolus in Mrs Holobicky's arm.
Severity Of Injury
Emotional Only - Fright, no physical damage

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/23/2004None
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pinellas6/21/2004
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
After arbitration is initiated or prior to suit being filed.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/21/2004
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$0
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Notification to Physician in a timely manaor for ER
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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A. Devesh Tiwary
TiMedLaw Firm, P.A.
710 Live Oak St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689-4136
727-346-6489
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Adam Scott Levine
FL Legal Advocacy Group of Tampa Bay
1180 Gulf Blvd Apt 303
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767-2755
727-512-1969
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Adolfo Valero
Mr. Adolfo Valero
35 Sunset Bay Dr
Belleair, FL 33756-1643
727-209-7324
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Amy Anne Catledge
The Ruth Law Team
PO Box 16847
Saint Petersburg, FL 33733-6847
727-327-3222
http://getjustice.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Andrew Klymenko
Coleman & Klymenko, LLC
1980 Central Ave
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712-1366
727-213-8100
http://ckflalaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Barbara Neill Chapman
LaCava & Jacobson, P.A.
3092 Pepperwood Ln W
Clearwater, FL 33761-5503
727-534-9653
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Bradley T Guldalian
Traub, Lieberman, Straus & Shrewsberry
PO Box 3942
Saint Petersburg, FL 33731-3942
727-898-8100
http://traublieberman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Bryan David Caulfield
Perenich Caulfield Avril & Noyes PA
1875 N Belcher Rd Ste 201
Clearwater, FL 33765-1447
727-796-8282
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
C Bryant Boydstun Jr.
Zinober Diana and Monteverde
150 2nd Ave N Ste 1170
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-3342
727-498-2244
http://www.zinoberdiana.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Cary Alan Cash
Freeman, Goldis & Cash
2553 1st Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33713-8701
727-327-2258
http://www.fgclawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Catherine Beatrice Parks
Department of Veterans Affairs
6083 4th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33710-7824
443-388-2421
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Chad Mitchell Pilon
Chambers|Pilon
PO Box 55733
St Petersburg, FL 33732-5733
727-896-2167
http://www.chamberspilon.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Chandra Lee Miller
Thompson Miller
PO Box 90
Saint Petersburg, FL 33731-0090
727-823-0540
http://tm2law.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Cherish N. Patitz
Department of Veteran Affairs
140 Fountain Pkwy N
St Petersburg, FL 33716-1285
850-678-2118
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Christa Carpenter
The Patient's Law Firm, P.A.
3411 Alt 19 Ste A
Palm Harbor, FL 34683-1417
727-281-4357
http://patientslawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
D Keith Thomas
Yanchuck, Berman, Wadley, Thomas & Berma
5999 Central Ave Ste 203
Saint Petersburg, FL 33710-8501
727-822-6313
http://www.yanchuckberman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Dane Canaan Heptner
Salter Healy Rivera
2560 1st Ave S
St Petersburg, FL 33712-1106
727-323-5848
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Daniel William Anderson
Anderson Law Group
13577 Feather Sound Dr Ste 500
Clearwater, FL 33762-5550
727-329-1999
http://www.floridalawpartners.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
David Frank Paulsen
Paulsen Law Group
220 Patricia Ave
Dunedin, FL 34698-8124
727-614-4800
http://www.plgfla.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Eric Daniel Roslansky
The Ruth Law Team
PO Box 16847
Saint Petersburg, FL 33733-6847
727-327-3222
http://getjustice.com/meet-our-team/a
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Eric Peter Czelusta
The Patient's Law Firm
3411 Alternate 19 Ste A
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
727-281-4357
http://www.patientslawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Evan Glenn Frayman
Public Defender's Office, Sixth Circuit
14250 49th St N
Clearwater, FL 33762-2800
727-464-6516
http://www.wearethehope.org
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
J. Brent Barnaky
Park, Ossian, Barnaky & Park, P.A.
PO Box 5088
Clearwater, FL 33758-5088
727-726-3777
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
James Edward Flynn Jr.
The Flynn Law Firm P.A.
901 Central Ave
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705-1646
727-490-6327
http://www.flynnlawoffices.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
James Waller Dodson
Law Office of James W Dodson, PA
310 Wildwood Way
Clearwater, FL 33756-2007
727-446-0840
http://www.jimdodsonlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
John Robert Mathias
Law Offices of John R. Mathias
699 1st Ave N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-3601
727-821-1600
http://www.mathiaslawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
John Warren McKnight
Pipas Law Group
360 Central Ave Ste 1570
St Petersburg, FL 33701-3838
727-888-3925
http://pipaslaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Jonathon Wesley Douglas
St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys
McQuaid & Douglas
5858 Central Ave Ste A
St Petersburg, FL 33707-1708
727-381-2300
https://www.727injury.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Joseph B Jones
Fudge Broadwater, P.A.
650 16th St N
St Petersburg, FL 33705-1333
727-490-3100
http:///www.fudgebroadwater.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Jovita Wysocka Kravitz
Kravitz Law Group, P.A.
PO Box 83
St Petersburg, FL 33731-0083
888-554-9998
http://www.kravitzlawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Mark Robert Watson Jr.
Goodis Thompson & Miller, P.A.
150 2nd Ave N Ste 1500
St Petersburg, FL 33701-3347
727-823-0540
http://www.gtmlegal.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Matthew David Emerson
Emerson Straw PL
1101 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N
St Petersburg, FL 33701-1515
727-821-1500
http://emersonstraw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Matthew Eric Noyes
Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes, PA
1875 N Belcher Rd Ste 201
Clearwater, FL 33765-1447
727-796-8282
http://www.matthewnoyes.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Michael G Brady
Michael G Brady, P.A.
PO Box 8247
Seminole, FL 33775-8247
727-641-9977
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Michael Patrick Perenich
Perenich Caulfield Avril Noyes
1875 N Belcher Rd
Clearwater, FL 33765-1451
727-386-9677
http://www.stpetersburginjurylawyers.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Michael Scott Reeser
Reeser & Zdravko, LLC
3411 Alt 19 Ste A
Palm Harbor, FL 34683-1417
727-787-5919
http://www.rzlawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Nancy S Paikoff
Macfarlane, Ferguson & McMullen
PO Box 1669
Clearwater, FL 33757-1669
727-441-8966
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Richard Ryan Rivas
Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
9800 4th St N Ste 200
St Petersburg, FL 33702-2462
727-568-8435
http://www.hallboothsmith.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Robert Edgar Sharbaugh
Law Office of Robert E Sharbaugh P A
700 Central Ave Ste 402
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-3600
727-898-3000
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Robert Edward Heyman
Heyman Law Firm, P.A.
111 2nd Ave NE Ste 1001
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-3442
727-822-3700
http://www.heymanlawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Robert Evan Bassett
R. Evan Bassett, LLC
327 11th Ave N Ste 205
St Petersburg, FL 33701-1745
727-323-8300
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Roger Charles Benson
Benson Mediation
2158 Blossom Way S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712-6016
727-822-0357
http://www.bensonmediation.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Scott Bennett Albee
Fulmer LeRoy & Albee, PLLC
5544 Central Ave
St Petersburg, FL 33707-1717
727-217-2500
http://fulmerleroy.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Scott Richard Marshall
Scott R. Marshall, P.A.
6344 Roosevelt Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33760-1803
727-772-5900
http://www.scottrmarshall.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Shaun Michael Cummings
Florin/Roebig
777 Alderman Rd
Palm Harbor, FL 34683-2604
727-786-5000
http://florinroebig.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Terrell Patton Youngblood Jr.
Youngblood Law Firm
First Central Tower
360 Central Ave Ste 800
St Petersburg, FL 33701-3984
727-563-0909
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Valentina Wheeler
Wheeler Law Firm, PLLC
801 West Bay Dr Ste 428B
Largo, FL 33770-3234
727-300-9667
http://www.vwheelerlawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Walter Raymond Carfora
Walter R. Carfora, PA
123 17th Ave SE
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-5907
727-526-5953
http://www.carforahealthlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas County Florida: Yes
Wesley Thomas Straw
Emerson Straw PL
1101 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N
St Petersburg, FL 33701-1515
727-821-1500
http://www.emersonstraw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pinellas 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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