Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Escambia County Florida

Dr. TROY TIPPETT Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 04-CA-246-A

Indemnity Paid: $2,500,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200746898
Claim Number :29375-01
Date Submitted :9/10/2007
 
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
IndividualTroy Tippett
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1717 N "E" Street, Ste 422
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32501Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
98741$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME28299Surgery - Neurology - Including Child80152

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MBay
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SACRED HEART HOSPITAL (PENSACOLA)100025
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/16/20019/18/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Ventriculoperitoneal shunt malfunction.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Ventriculoperitoneal shunt revision.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
This 31 year old male suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest, resulting in brain damage.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Grave - Quadraplegia, severe brain damage, lifelong care or fatal prognosis.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
2/5/200404-CA-246-A
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia8/21/2007
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Sacred Heart 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
8/21/2007
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$57,790
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$50,335
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$2,500,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insurance company staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures. Risk management referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. GEORGE M DMYTRENKO Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2012 CA 002744

Indemnity Paid: $2,198,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201781920
Claim Number : 76760
Date Submitted : 4/25/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
ASCENSION HEALTH ALLIANCE PL/GL SELF-INSURED TRUST Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
36-7046706  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Linda S Zinselmeier
Street Address
11775 Borman Drive
City State Zip
Saint Louis MO 63146
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(314) 733 - 8727   (314) 733 - 8727 lzinselmeier@ascension.org
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualGeorgeMDmytrenko
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer5153 N. 9th Ave., Suite 300
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32504Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
1111$10,000,000$10,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME62184Neurology - including child - no surgery - All Other 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
SACRED HEART HOSPITAL (PENSACOLA)100025
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherOutpatient clinic
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/7/20116/14/2011
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient with seizure, initially diagnosed with and treated for epilepsy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Difficult resection of meningioma.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Patient ultimately diagnosed with a sphenoid wing meningioma.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Stroke with left-sided paralysis.
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
6/7/20132012 CA 002744
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia7/15/2015
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/23/2015
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,198,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$92,964
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$2,808
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$114,000$1,100,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$300,000$300,000
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
N/A
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. LEON PAULOS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2013 CA 001782

Indemnity Paid: $2,120,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201680039
Claim Number : F11-0192-11
Date Submitted : 10/17/2016
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
FD INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-3704679  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Dionysia   Lawson
Street Address
560 Davis Street
City State Zip
San Francisco CA 94111
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(415) 735 - 2013   (415) 735 - 2097 dlawson@norcalmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualLeon PAULOS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1717 N E St Suite 320
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32501Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MS000700$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME102290Surgery - Orthopedic 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FSanta Rosa
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Outpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/8/20119/13/2011
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Femoral anterversion and leg length discrepancy
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
External rotation osteotomey of the femur and internal rotation osteotomy of the tibia
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Inappropriate off-label use of Kryptonite bone cement, insufficient fixation of a intramedullary nail
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Inappropriate off-label use of Kryptonite bone cement, insufficient fixation of a intramedullary nail
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
9/6/20162013 CA 001782
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia8/22/2016
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Baptist Health Care Corporation
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
8/29/2016
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,120,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$188,889
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$264,000$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management discussed the matter with the physician.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. ROHIT R AMIN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2016-CA-001399

Indemnity Paid: $1,600,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201783553
Claim Number : 96539
Date Submitted : 11/2/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
ASCENSION HEALTH ALLIANCE PL/GL SELF-INSURED TRUST Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
36-7046706  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Linda   Zinselmeier
Street Address
11705 Borman Drive
City State Zip
St. Louis MO 63146
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(314) 733 - 8727     lzinselmeier@ascension.org
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRohitRAmin
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer5151 North Ninth Avenue, Suite 200
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32504Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
1111$10,000,000$10,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME113195Cardiovascular Disease - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SACRED HEART HOSPITAL (PENSACOLA)100025
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/8/20149/9/2014
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
62-year-old man, presented to the emergency department with chest pain complaints consistent with Acute Coronary Syndrome (unstable angina).
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
A Left Heart Catheterization by a Diagnostic Cardiologist (not a defendant), who found patient had 95% stenosis of the Circumflex Coronary Artery and questionable stenosis in the Left Anterior Descending (LAD) Coronary Artery. Defendant was consulted for his expertise in Interventional Cardiology, and he performed a Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) interrogation of the LAD which revealed a hemodynamically significant lesion.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Not applicable - no misdiagnosis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
An acute dissection of the LAD that rapidly progressed to a completion occlusion.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
9/6/20162016-CA-001399
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia10/17/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
10/25/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,600,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$70,000
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$380,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$81,500$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$298,500$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
N/A
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. WAYNE D CARTEE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2009-CA-816

Indemnity Paid: $1,150,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201057623
Claim Number :27700/27701
Date Submitted :7/26/2010
 
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
IndividualWayneDCartee
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed4810 N. Davis Hwy.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32503Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600831 05$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME22270Surgery - Gastroenterology 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Outpatient FacilityEndoscopy Center of Pensacola
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Special Procedure Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/14/20057/14/2008
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Crohn's disease
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Screening colonoscopy
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to pursue abnormal pathology from colonoscopy
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Colon cancer
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
3/30/20092009-CA-816
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia7/8/2010
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Gastroenterology Associates of Pensacola
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
6/10/2010
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,150,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$32,779
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$23,136
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$50,000$0
Wage Loss$1,399,464$464,030
Other Expenses$4,000$1,603,214
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:7/26/2010 10:10:37 AM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect Court Document final disposition date of 07/08/10
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Date of Final Disposition10-JUN-1008-JUL-10

 

 

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Dr. NICHOLAUS J HILLIARD Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2015-CA-000062

Indemnity Paid: $1,007,300.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201886024
Claim Number : 42773
Date Submitted : 7/27/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
58-1449198  
Insurer Contact Information
Type Entity Name
Entity MAG MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Street Address
8427 South Park Circle Suite 130
City State Zip
Orlando FL 32819
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(407) 370 - 3813   (404) 842 - 3319 ctschanz@magmutual.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNicholausJHilliard
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
LicensedPO Box 10450
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32524Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1600229 11$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME101330Pathology - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherPathology
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/12/201210/1/2012
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Solid mass in right breast
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
No iatrogenic injury
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged erroneous interpretation of tissue specimen as cancerous invasive ductal adenocarcinoma
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Unnecessary bilateral mastectomy
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
2/6/20152015-CA-000062
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia7/16/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Mayfield, MD, Charles A
Pensacola Pathologists
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
7/16/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,007,300
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$20,591
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$4,008
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$85,000$0
Wage Loss$88,000$0
Other Expenses$0$50,000
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. JOHN TREVEN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2015 CA 001382

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201884030
Claim Number : EMC-FL-14XS-334123
Date Submitted : 1/9/2018
 
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
IndividualJOHN TREVEN
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer8383 NORTH DAVIS HIGHWAY
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PENSACOLAFL32514Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
Emcare 2014-Excess$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Osteopathic Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS11885Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionWEST FLORIDA HOSPITAL
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
10/7/201410/24/2014
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
CHEST PAIN AND BP
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
SEEN IN ER. STRESS TEST GOOD.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
ALLEGED FAILURE TO DIAGNOSE PE
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
DEATH.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/21/20152015 CA 001382
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia1/9/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
11/28/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$127,266
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$59,662
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
unknown
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. LATOYA WALLACE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 0Settlement

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M202092286
Claim Number : 181817264
Date Submitted : 4/21/2020
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
WALLACE, LATOYA M Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
59-0657322 PA9109974
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Latoya M Wallace
Street Address
4603 Northmoor Court
City State Zip
Pensacola FL 32503
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(410) 908 - 7714     latoyawallace28@yahoo.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualLatoya Wallace
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer4603 Northmoor Court
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32503Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
181817264$1,000,000$1,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Physician Assistant 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
PA9109974Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
GULF BREEZE HOSPITAL110003
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/7/201812/14/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
segmental bowel injury with associated hematoma formation.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
segmental small bowel resection with right and transverse colectomy, evacuation of hematoma and reversal of ileostomy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None, the patient did not present with abdominal pain or abdominal discomfort at the time of initial evaluation.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Segmental bowel injury with associated hematoma formation.
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
4/5/20190Settlement
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia12/30/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Brantley, Mitchell D
Bybee RN, Dawn
Richardson, RN , Shannon
Baptist Hospital, Inc. d/b/a Gulf Breeze Hospital
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Settlement Reached Prior to Pre-Suit Period
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
1/10/2020
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$11,247
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$40,159,466$0
Wage Loss$20,223$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
The case was settled before the suit was filed. The settlement did not differentiate between non-economic and economic loss.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. JEFFREY A SAUNDERS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2015-CA-00865

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201677155
Claim Number : 1015261-01
Date Submitted : 8/11/2016
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MEDICAL PROTECTIVE COMPANY (THE) Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
35-0506406  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Susan K Spielman
Street Address
5814 Reed Road
City State Zip
Fort Wayne IN 46835
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(260) 486 - 0340     reportaclaim@medpro.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJEFFREYASAUNDERS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed5401 Corporate Woods Drive, Ste 200
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32504Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
726634$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME83448Radiology - Diagnostic - Minor Surgery 

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Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SACRED HEART HOSPITAL (PENSACOLA)100025
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/14/20138/20/2013
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Trauma sustained in car accident
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Reading of X-rays and CT scans
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Failure to diagnose
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Additional surgery; lower extremity weakness
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
5/22/20152015-CA-00865
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia1/28/2016
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Sacred Heart Hospital
Sacred Heart Medical Group
Halphen MD, Marguerite
Zhang MD, Ming
Neill MD, Terry A
Ackerman RN, Robin
Keeler RN, Raquel
Miles RN, Lonna
Maraman RN, Hubert
Ruff RN, Meghan
Shepherd RN, Jacob
Dyson RN, Flordeliza
Batchelor PA, Jeanette
Pranke EMT, Christine
Pensacola Radiology Consultants PA
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
1/25/2016
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$45,013
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$25,128
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$368,421
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
N/A
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:8/11/2016 9:34:39 AM
Reason for Change:ALE UPDATED 8/11/2016
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel4277345013
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid2584325128

 

 

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Dr. ANDRIUS GALINIS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2012-CA-1568-E

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201368954
Claim Number :FP4058405
Date Submitted :11/15/2013
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
FIRST PROFESSIONALS INSURANCE COMPANY, INCPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
59-6614702 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualKelly Andrews
Street Address
1000 Riverside Avenue, Suite 800
CityStateZip
JacksonvilleFL32204
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(904) 360 - 3038  kandrews@thedoctors.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualAndrius Galinis
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed4901 Grande Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
PensacolaFL32504Escambia
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
GR098553$1,000,000$1,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
OtherAnesthesiologist
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME101464  

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MEscambia
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SACRED HEART HOSPITAL (PENSACOLA)100025
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherOperating Suite
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/7/20105/24/2010
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Herniated disc with spinal cord compression at C3-C6.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
During anesthesia induction with glidescope, the patient suffered a tongue laceration, which postponed surgery.Once in ICU, the patient was allegedly not properly managed by hospital nursing staff and other healthcare providers, resulting in neurologic decompensation.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Quadriplegia
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Grave - Quadraplegia, severe brain damage, lifelong care or fatal prognosis.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/19/20122012-CA-1568-E
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Escambia10/28/2013
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Sacred Heart Hospital
Chapkeau, Charles
Helmi, Mohamed
Kirkland, Lori
Forehand, Ja Brian
Loriz-Vega, Mark
Kirkland, Lorilyn
Ausborn, Ophelia
Franklin, Nancy
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
10/28/2013
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$8,147
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$1,325
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$1,000,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insurancecompany staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures.Patient Safety referral is made if approppriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

*NR:Prior to 04/28/1999 this field was not required in submitted claims.

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Adrian Revell Bridges
Michles & Booth, P.A.
501 Brent Ln
Pensacola, FL 32503-2003
850-438-4848
http://www.michlesbooth.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Brian Douglas Hancock
Taylor, Warren & Weidner, PA
1700 W Main St Ste 100
Pensacola, FL 32502-5370
850-438-4899
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Charles Allen Schuster
Gross & Schuster, P.A.
803 N Palafox St
Pensacola, FL 32501-3113
850-432-1234
http://grossandschuster.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Charles Philip Hall
Phil Hall, P.A.
4300 Bayou Blvd Ste 32
Pensacola, FL 32503-2679
850-760-2156
http://www.askalawyerfirst.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Diane Marie Longoria
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
114 E Gregory St Fl 2
Pensacola, FL 32502-4970
850-434-6490
http://www.qpwblaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Hubert Edward Ellis Jr.
Staples, Ellis + Associates, P.A.
100 S Alcaniz St Unit A
Pensacola, FL 32502-6060
850-432-4143
http://staplesellislaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
J Alistair McKenzie
McKenzie Law Firm, P.A.
905 E Hatton St
Pensacola, FL 32503-3931
800-343-3067
http://www.mckenzielawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Jessica Prince
Wicker, Smith, O'Hara, McCoy & Ford, P.A
125 W Romana St Ste 202
Pensacola, FL 32502-5848
850-316-4490
http://www.wickersmith.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
John Archibald Campbell III
Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A.
125 W Romana St Ste 202
Pensacola, FL 32502-5848
850-316-4490
http://www.wickersmith.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
John R Zoesch III
Beggs & Lane L.L.P.
PO Box 12950
Pensacola, FL 32591-2950
850-432-2451
http://www.beggslane.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Julie Michel Riche
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld
25 W Cedar St Ste 660
Pensacola, FL 32502-5987
850-462-9520
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Larry Arthur Matthews
Matthews & Higgins, LLC
114 E Gregory St
Pensacola, FL 32502-4970
850-434-2200
http://www.matthewshigginslaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
M. Kevin Hausfeld
Kevin Hausfeld, PA
400 N Pace Blvd
Pensacola, FL 32505-7728
850-433-1212
http://kevininjurylaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Michael Edward Fenimore
Michael E. Fenimore, P.A.
111 N Baylen St
Pensacola, FL 32502-4807
850-434-6064
http://www.fenimoreinjurylaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Michael Ryan Rollo
Michael R. Rollo, P.A.
PO Box 11564
Pensacola, FL 32524-1564
850-438-8165
http://www.mikerollo.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Robert Charles Allen
Robert C Allen
PO Box 1270
Pensacola, FL 32591-1270
850-438-6800
http://robertcallen.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Ryan P Hatler
Hatler Law, PLLC
PO Box 829
Pensacola, FL 32591-0829
850-972-9911
http://www.hatlerlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia County Florida: Yes
Travis Phillip Lampert
Law Office of Jeremiah J. Talbott, P.A.
900 E Moreno St
Pensacola, FL 32503-5269
850-437-9600
http://www.talbottlawfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Escambia 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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