Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Hillsborough County Florida

Dr. ALAN D FELDMAN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 13-CA-013598

Indemnity Paid: $42,308,333.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201678316
Claim Number : 005-12-0371
Date Submitted : 5/9/2016
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF PITTSBURGH, PA Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
25-0687550  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Andrea V Bates
Street Address
1401 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 700
City State Zip
Arlington VA 22209
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(800) 245 - 3333 3810 (703) 276 - 9419 mejia@prms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualAlanDFeldman
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed10333 Seminole Blve., Ste. 3
CityStateZip CodeCounty
LargoFL33778Pinellas
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSC10-000572738$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME73928Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other LocationFlorida Hospital Zephyhills
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherFlorida Hospital Zephyhills
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/4/20114/15/2013
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Major Depression with Psychotic Features
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Attending psychiatrist during inpatient hospitalization
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Plaintiff alleges failure to monitor thiamine level caused brain damage
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Grave - Quadraplegia, severe brain damage, lifelong care or fatal prognosis.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/9/201413-CA-013598
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough5/9/2016
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Tampa General Hospital
Florida Medical Center
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
3/17/2016
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$42,308,333
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
None
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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

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Dr. LUCIANO A MARTINEZ Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 05-07198

Indemnity Paid: $15,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200849368
Claim Number :133484
Date Submitted :8/17/2009
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityPROASSURANCE INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.
Street Address
13919 Carrollwood Village Run
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualLucianoAMartinez
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed4129 North Armenia Avenue
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33607Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
MP40379$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME32863Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SAINT JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL100075
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Labor and Delivery Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
9/7/200310/1/2004
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Termination of pregnancy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Alleged delayed cesarean section.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged fetal distress.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Neurological damage to infant.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
8/16/200505-07198
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough2/14/2008
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Leon & Martinez, M.D.'s, P.A.
St. Joseph's Hospital, Inc. d/b/a St. Joseph's Women's Hosp
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
4/1/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$15,000,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$279,296
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$171,356
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$15,000,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insured has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:6/20/2008 12:26:17 PM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect additional legal fees and expenses paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid162250168345
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel272927275271
 
Date of Change:8/17/2009 9:34:20 AM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect additional legal fees and expenses paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid168345171356
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel275271279296

 

 

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Dr. NALIN PATEL Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 7-006789-Div G

Indemnity Paid: $5,500,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201574319
Claim Number : 324676
Date Submitted : 4/16/2015
 
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
IndividualNALIN PATEL
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed3450 E. Fletcher Avenue, Suite 350
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33613Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
ADFP70602$500,000$1,500,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME74638Otorhinolaryngology - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
University Community Hospital100173
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/8/20056/24/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented to hospital on 6/14/2005 for fever following previously performed tonsillectomy and treated for suspected Epstein Barr infection and subsequently developed hepatic failure from underlying herpes simplex virus and expired.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Tonsillectomy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose and treat underlying herpes simplex virus resulting in hepatic failure 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
6/13/20077-006789-Div G
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough3/12/2015
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
University Community Hospital
Wilde, Richard
Goodman, Arnold
Jacob, Salil
Perkins, Emily
Fiallos, Mariano
Derasari, Manjul
Han, John
Page-Lieberman, Judith
Pediatric Health Care Alliance
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
 
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$5,500,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$291,319
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$294,928
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. MICHAEL B AUSTIN Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 02-CA-006154

Indemnity Paid: $4,766,781.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200745119
Claim Number :E30799
Date Submitted :4/6/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityProNational Insurance Company
Street Address
13919 CarrollwoodVillage Run
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMichaelBAustin
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed7410 Clearview Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33634Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PNFL-1009895-00$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS5242Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
UNIVERSITY COMM. HOSP-CARROLLWOOD100069
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/9/20001/21/2002
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented with dizziness, headache, unsteady gait, double vision and nausea, and was later diagnosed with a stroke.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Patient was examined, CT scan performed and patient was discharged.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose a stroke.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Stroke causing paraplegia.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
7/5/200202-CA-006154
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough3/9/2007
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Allen, William D
Hulls, James R
Franklin, Favata & Hulls, M.D's, P.A.
Carrollwood Emergency Physicians, P.A.
Squires, Jonathan C
Team Physicians of Florida, P.A. d/b/a Drs. Sheer Ahearn & A
PATEL, ROHIT M
Rohit M. Patel, M.D., P.A.
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During appeal.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
4/4/2007
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$4,766,781
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$458,412
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$195,507
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$4,766,781
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insured has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. MADELYN E BUTLER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 02-10380 Div J

Indemnity Paid: $3,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200955618
Claim Number :E27659
Date Submitted :4/6/2011
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityPROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANY
Street Address
14497 North Dale Mabry Hwy., Suite 115-N
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualMADELYNEBUTLER
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed2716 West Virginia Avenue
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33607Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PNFL-1010346-01$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME61218Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/8/199811/19/1998
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Pregnancy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Termination of pregnancy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Brain damage to infant.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/7/200202-10380 Div J
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough11/6/2009
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Madelyn E. Butler, M.D., P.A.
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
 
 
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$189,776
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$137,837
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$3,000,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insured has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:4/6/2011 10:02:04 AM
Reason for Change:Report updated to reflect additional legal fees and expenses paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel168656189776
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid135812137837

 

 

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Dr. DAVID MINTON Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 06 005635 div5

Indemnity Paid: $3,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201057916
Claim Number :33261-01
Date Submitted :7/14/2010
 
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
IndividualDavid Minton
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed5840-B West Cypress Street
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33607Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
98870$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME56489Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology80153

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/16/200310/14/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
35 week gestation prenatal visit where patient complained of contractions and was evaluated with pelvic exam which revealed cervix closed.30% effaced and fetus vetex-good fetal movement.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
At 36 weeks prenatal visit pt complained of decreased fetal movement.BPP was 4/8 and stat creatine done.Patient then stated she had avised insured of decreased fetal movement at 35 weeks visit.She was to follow up in 1 week.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Male infant weighed 5lb 6 oz delivered with apgar of 6-8 found to have severe neurological injury.
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
7/11/200606 005635 div5
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough6/22/2010
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
6/22/2010
 
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$231,772
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$221,865
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$3,000,000
Deductible$100,000
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$500,000$1,500,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Insurance company staff consulted with insured to discuss preventative measures. Risk management referral is made if appropriate.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. SAMANTHA LINDSAY Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 15CA1608

Indemnity Paid: $3,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201676893
Claim Number : 153531
Date Submitted : 12/27/2016
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
HEALTH CARE INDEMNITY, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
61-0904881  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Teresa   Ross
Street Address
One Park Plaza P.O. Box 555
City State Zip
Nashville TN 37202
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(615) 344 - 5804     Teresa.Ross@HCAHealthcare.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualSamantha Lindsay
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed16541 Pointe Village Drive Suite 211
CityStateZip CodeCounty
LutzFL33558Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HCI-10114$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME106322Family Physicians or General Practitioners - No Surgery01

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherPhysician's Office
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/6/201410/24/2014
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Cervical cancer.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Allege six month delay in diagnosing cervical cancer.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented as a new patient on 1/16/14 for a well woman exam. Pap smear was reported as negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy. In 5/14, patient began experiencing persistent watery flow from vagina. In 7/14, patient began experiencing unusual bleeding. On 7/8/14, bleeding increased. On 7/9/14, patient presented to St. Joseph's Hospital North ER with bright red vaginal bleeding. Cervical biopsy was positive for Stage 1B2 cervical cancer.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Removal of pelvic organs.
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
2/19/201515CA1608
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough1/11/2016
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
12/23/2015
 
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$95,380
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$22,177
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$2,250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$250,000$500,000
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Review of policies and procedures.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:12/27/2016 9:57:40 AM
Reason for Change:Additional LAE payments made.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel8359295380
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid1202422177

 

 

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Dr. ROSE DOYLE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 8:10CV653T26EAJ

Indemnity Paid: $2,150,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201883963
Claim Number : 272270
Date Submitted : 1/4/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
DOCTORS COMPANY, AN INTERINSURANCE EXCHANGE (THE) Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
95-3014772  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Kelly   Andrews
Street Address
12724 Gran Bay Parkway, W., Suite 400
City State Zip
Jacksonville FL 32258
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(904) 360 - 3038     kandrews@thedoctors.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRose Doyle
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed17816 Arbor Creek Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33647Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
0070474$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME89436Internal Medicine - No Surgery 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL100128
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/31/20079/3/2009
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented with hip pain radiating to the groin and down the left leg.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
The insured examined the patient, ordered consults and lumbar MRI.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to diagnose a septic hip.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Left leg length discrepancy.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
3/24/20108:10CV653T26EAJ
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough12/13/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Albakin, MD, Efran
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
12/13/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,150,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$160,738
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$91,721
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. ROBERT E BRAUNER Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 00-2028

Indemnity Paid: $2,122,862.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200641746
Claim Number :E28695-01
Date Submitted :1/10/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
PROASSURANCE CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2317569 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeEntity Name
EntityProNational Insurance Company
Street Address
13919 Carrollwood Village Run
CityStateZip
TampaFL33618-2746
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRobertEBrauner
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed3164 Lake Ellen Drive
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33618Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PNFL-1001712-00$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME39272Surgery - Obstetrics - Gynecology00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
University Community Hospital100173
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Labor and Delivery Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/13/199911/11/1999
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Termination of pregnancy.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Delivery.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Untimely diagnosis of chorioamnionitis.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Infant stroke.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Major - Paraplegia, blindness, loss of two limbs, brain damage.

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 

Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
3/16/200000-2028
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough5/19/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Robert E. Brauner, M.D., P.A. d/b/a Northside OB/GYN
Kline, Sarah B
University Community Hospital, Inc.
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
7/6/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,122,862
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$65,598
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$115,645
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 has discussed case with insurance company personnel, medical experts and defense counsel.
 
Updates
 
 
Date of Change:8/10/2006 10:25:00 AM
Reason for Change:Case was approved.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
Indemnity Paid02122862
Cause of InjuryTermination of pregnancy by C-section delivery.Delivery.
Defendant Entity NameUniversity Community HospitalUniversity Community Hospital, Inc.
Final DiagnosisPregnancy.Termination of pregnancy.
Settlement Reached01
Principal InjuryInfant stroke causing neurological injury.Infant stroke.
MisdiagnosisAlleged failure to diagnose choriogamnionitis.Untimely diagnosis of chorioamnionitis.
Insured Zip Code33613460933618
Insured Address Street13601 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE 1503164 Lake Ellen Drive
Date of Final Disposition23-JAN-0419-MAY-06
Court DecisionJudgment for the plaintiff.Judgment for the plaintiff after appeal ...
Legal System StageAfter court verdict and prior to filing of notice of appeal.After appeal.
Defendant Last NameKline, Sarah BKline, Sarah B
Defendant Entity NameRobert E. Brauner, M.D., P.A. d/b/a Northside OB/GYNRobert E. Brauner, M.D., P.A. d/b/a Northside OB/GYN
 
Date of Change:1/10/2007 3:49:24 PM
Reason for Change:Updating report to reflect additional costs paid.
 
Field ChangedFormer ValueNew Value
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid80019115645
Amount of Loss Adjustment Expense Paid to Defense Counsel6488965598

 

 

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Dr. JANET MARLEY Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 01-004167

Indemnity Paid: $2,100,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200743736
Claim Number :00-0701
Date Submitted :1/3/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
CLARENDON NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
52-0266645 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNancyJThomas
Street Address
9821 Katy Freeway
CityStateZip
HoustonTX77024
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(713) 935 - 8868 (713) 461 - 8130nancy_thomas@ajg.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualJanet Marley
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed5516 Hanley Rd.
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33634Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
CMP0006485$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME26208Gynecology - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FHillsborough
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/17/19999/21/2000
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Severe headaches
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Alleged unnecessary cerebral arteriogram recommended
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis - doctor seen as consult only by patient (was patient's gynecologist)
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Stroke during cerebral arteriogram resulting in permanent debilitation
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
5/16/200101-004167
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Hillsborough12/20/2006
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Cousin, M.D., Alan J
Drs. Sheer, Ahearn & Associates, Inc.
Team Physicians of Florida, P.A. dba Drs. Sheer, Ahearn & As
University Community Hospital
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
10/13/2006
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$2,100,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$474,358
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$149,915
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
 
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Adam Laurance Fleischmann
6315 Sea Lavender Ln
Tampa, FL 33625-3767
813-335-7979
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Albert Jack Ferrera
Morgan & Morgan
201 N Franklin St
Tampa, FL 33602-5182
813-225-6730
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Aldo Bolliger
Bolliger Law Group, PLLC
505 E Jackson St Ste 204
Tampa, FL 33602-4935
813-333-1400
http://www.mblawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Alejandro Fiol
Fiol Law Group, P.A.
1515 N Marion St Fl 1
Tampa, FL 33602-2636
813-223-6773
http://www.fiolinjurylaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Alvis Lee Horne II
Mr. Alvis Lee Horne, II
400 N Ashley Dr Ste 1200
Tampa, FL 33602-4457
813-204-9776
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Andrew Richard McCumber
McCumber, Daniels, Buntz, Hartig & Puig
3617 S Sterling Ave
Tampa, FL 33629-8732
813-831-4290
http://www.mccumberdaniels.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Andy Bernard Steingold
Maney & Gordon, P.A.
101 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 3170
Tampa, FL 33602-5151
813-221-1366
http://www.maneygordon.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Anthony Thomas Martino
Clark & Martino PA
3407 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609-2905
813-879-0700
http://www.clarkmartino.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Arthur Brian Skafidas
Jayson, Farthing, & Skafidas, P.A.
5401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 600
Tampa, FL 33609-2403
813-321-1111
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Ashley Collado Borrego
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
1410 N West Shore Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33607-4533
813-286-8818
http://www.qpwblawcom
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Austin Marshall Eason
Carlton Fields
4221 W Boy Scout Blvd Ste 1000
Tampa, FL 33607-5780
813-223-7000
https://www.carltonfields.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Bradley Abraham Tobin
Tobin Law Group, PL
13043 W Linebaugh Ave
Tampa, FL 33626-4485
813-452-6199
http://www.tobinlawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Bradley Edward Powers
Banker Lopez Gassler P.A.
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1700
Tampa, FL 33602-5239
813-221-1500
http://www.bankerlopez.com/bradleypowers.html
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Brian Dennis Agliano
Josepher & Battese, P.A.
500 N West Shore Blvd Ste 630
Tampa, FL 33609-1953
813-228-7755
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Brian James Kozlowski
McIntyre Thanasides
500 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 217
Tampa, FL 33602-4934
813-530-1000
https://matthewspersonalinjurylaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Bruce David Peisner
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, L.L.P.
401 E Jackson St Ste 3400
Tampa, FL 33602-5874
813-739-1917
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Catherine Gail Novack
NONE - RETIRED
RETIRED, 11th Circuit Ct. of Appeals
363 Blanca Ave
Tampa, FL 33606-3629
813-542-4992
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Charles Dennis Bavol
Bleakley Bavol Denman & Grace
15316 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33613-1257
813-221-3759
http://www.bbdglaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Chris Matthew Limberopoulos
The Florida Law Group
407 N Howard Ave Ste 100
Tampa, FL 33606-1575
813-463-8880
http://www.thefloridalawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Christina Maria Benitez
Rissman, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue & McLain
1 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 1100
Tampa, FL 33609-2760
813-221-3114
http://www.rissman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Christopher Albert Cazin
Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford P.A.
100 N Tampa St Ste 1800
Tampa, FL 33602-5853
813-222-3939
http://www.wickersmith.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Christopher J Schulte
Weekley Schulte Valdes, LLC
1635 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602-2629
813-221-1154
http://www.wsvlegal.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Christopher Mark Palermo
Law Offices of Christopher Palermo P.A.
16057 Tampa Palms Blvd W # 323
Tampa, FL 33647-2001
813-221-5636
http://www.stuccoflaws.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Christopher Todd Alley
Morgan & Morgan
201 N Franklin St Fl 7
Tampa, FL 33602-5157
813-223-5505
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Clay Booth Rood
Rood and Associates
5130 W Longfellow Ave
Tampa, FL 33629-7534
813-410-4184
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Craig Matthew Harris
Craig Harris Law, P.A.
301 W Platt St A36
Tampa, FL 33606-2292
727-688-7529
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Dale Ralph Sisco
Sisco-Law
Dale R. Sisco, P.A dba Sisco Law
1110 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33602-3343
813-224-0555
http://www.sisco-law.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
David Patrick Young
La Cava & Jacobson, P.A.
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1250
Tampa, FL 33602-5245
813-209-9611
http://lacavajacobson.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Derek J Bush
Rissman, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue & McLain
Tampa Commons
1 N Dale Mabry Hwy Fl 11
Tampa, FL 33609-2764
813-221-3114
http://www.rissman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Derek M Daniels
McCumber, Daniels, Buntz, Hartig & Puig
4401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33609-2048
813-287-2822
http://www.mccumberdaniels.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Desiree Marie Zornow
Catania & Catania, P.A.
101 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 2400
Tampa, FL 33602-5187
813-222-8545
http://cataniaandcatania.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Dominick Joseph Graziano
Bush Graziano Rice & Platter, P.A.
100 S Ashley Dr Ste 1400
Tampa, FL 33602-5302
813-204-2847
http://www.bgrtriallaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Edward Patrick Buntz
McCumber, Daniels, Buntz, Hartig & Puig
4401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33609-2048
813-287-2822
http://www.mccumberdaniels.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Felipe Bastos Fulgencio
Fulgencio Law
105 S Edison Ave
Tampa, FL 33606-1917
813-463-0123
http://www.fulgenciolaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Frank F Fernandez III
The Fernandez Firm
2503 W Swann Ave
Tampa, FL 33609-4017
813-228-6313
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Geoffrey Frederick Rice
9827 Emerald Links Dr
Tampa, FL 33626-2549
813-855-5384
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Geogymon George
Allstate Staff Counsel
101 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 2125
Tampa, FL 33602-5189
813-222-8050
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
J Dan Clark
Clark & Martino, P.A.
3407 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609-2905
813-879-0700
http://clarkmartino.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jaclyn Elizabeth Jones
Bush Ross, P.A.
1801 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602-2656
813-224-9255
http://www.bushross.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
James D Clark
Morgan & Morgan
201 N Franklin St Fl 7
Tampa, FL 33602-5157
813-223-5505
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
James John Evangelista
Bush Ross
PO Box 3913
Tampa, FL 33601-3913
813-224-9255
http://www.bushross.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
James Roman Amarosa II
Amarosa Law Firm, P.A.
3825 Henderson Blvd Ste 207
Tampa, FL 33629-5002
813-251-0700
http://www.amarosalaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
James Roscoe Tanner
Tanner Law Group LLC
6601 Memorial Hwy Suite 310
Tampa, FL 33615
813-322-3565
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Janet Ann Durkee
Lacava Jacobson, P.A.
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1200
Tampa, FL 33602-5244
813-209-9611
http://www.lacavjacobson.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jason D Ross
Ullman Bursa Law
3812 Coconut Palm Dr Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33619-1393
813-970-0516
http://ublawoffices.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jason Matthew Mayberry
The Mayberry Law Firm
3630 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609-2800
813-444-7435
http://www.tampafloridacriminallawyer.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jeffrey D Thompson
Catania & Catania
Bank of America Plaza, Suite 2400
101 E Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602-5179
813-222-8545
http://cataniaandcatania.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jeffrey Lee Gordon
Maney | Gordon Trial Lawyers
17th Floor (suite 1700)
101 E Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602-5179
813-221-1366
http://www.fightnegligence.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jennifer Gentry Fernandez
The Fernandez Firm
2503 W Swann Ave
Tampa, FL 33609-4017
813-228-6313
http://www.fernandezfirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
John Broughton Brewer Jr.
Law Offices of John Brewer
505 E Jackson St Ste 310
Tampa, FL 33602-4935
813-699-5335
http://johnbrewerlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jonathan N. O'Neil
Law Offices of Christopher Palermo, P.A.
258 Crystal Grove Blvd
Lutz, FL 33548-6460
813-221-5636
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Jose L Estrada
Maney & Gordon, PA
101 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1700
Tampa, FL 33602-3647
813-221-1366
http://fightnegligence.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Joseph E. Parrish
Parrish & Goodman, PLLC
915 N Franklin St Unit 2302
Tampa, FL 33602-3889
813-643-4529
http://parrishgoodman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Joseph F Martinez
Joseph F. Martinez, P.A.
1211 N West Shore Blvd Ste 314
Tampa, FL 33607-4615
813-288-1529
http://mlaw.us
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Joseph Franklin Kinman Jr.
Beytin, McLaughlin, McLaughlin, O'Hara,
1706 E 11th Ave
Tampa, FL 33605-3804
813-226-3000
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Joshua Michael Zudar
Wilson Reeder & Zudar, P.A.
6507 Gunn Hwy
Tampa, FL 33625-4021
813-575-4100
http://www.wrzlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Justine Deloris Adamski
Lacava & Jacobson, P.A.
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1250
Tampa, FL 33602-5245
813-209-9611
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Katherine A. Gannon
Rissman Barrett Hurt Donahue McLain & Ma
1 N Dale Mabry Hwy Fl 11
Tampa, FL 33609-2764
813-221-3114
http://www.rissman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Kenneth Alan Puig
McCumber, Daniels, Buntz, Hartig, Puig &
4401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33609-2048
813-287-2822
http://www.mccumberdaniels.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Kenneth Michael Skinner
3611 James L Redman Pkwy
Plant City, FL 33567-2667
813-482-6822
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Kevin Christopher Ambler
Ambler Law Group
400 N Tampa St Ste 1100
Tampa, FL 33602-4714
813-275-9100
http://www.amblerlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Kevin Michael McLaughlin
Wagner McLaughlin, P.A.
601 Bayshore Blvd Ste 910
Tampa, FL 33606-2786
813-225-4000
http://www.wagnerlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Kevin Michael Sparkman
The Florida Law Group
407 N Howard Ave Ste 100
Tampa, FL 33606-1575
813-463-8880
http://thefloridalawgroup.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Lee Smith
Smith Thompson Law
4725 N Lois Ave
Tampa, FL 33614-7046
813-254-1800
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Lindsay Elizabeth DeCarlo
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP
5823 Trace Meadow Loop Apt 302
Riverview, FL 33578-2648
813-739-1911
https://lewisbrisbois.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Lisa Lynn Cullaro
Lisa L. Cullaro, P.A.
PO Box 273794
Tampa, FL 33688-3794
813-254-8988
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mac A Greco Jr.
Greco & Wozniak, P.A.
501 N Morgan St Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33602-3906
813-223-7849
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Malinda R Lugo
Lugo Law Center, PL
1110 N Florida Ave Fl 2
Tampa, FL 33602-3343
813-895-3909
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Maria E Trenzado
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
1410 N West Shore Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33607-4533
813-286-8818
http://www.qpwblaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mark Brian Hartig
McCumber Daniels Buntz Hartig Puig & Ros
4401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33609-2048
813-287-2822
http://www.mccumberdaniels.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mark Richard Berlick
Bolin Law Group
1905 E 7th Ave
Tampa, FL 33605-3809
813-848-0600
http://bolin-law.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mary Jane Perry
The Law Offices of Mary J. Perry, P.A.
5929 Jefferson Park Dr
Tampa, FL 33625-3316
813-579-8618
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mason Blake Binkley
La Cava & Jacobson, P.A
501 E Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602-5237
813-209-9611
http://www.lacavajacobson.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Matthew Alan Crist
Crist Legal | PA
2904 W Bay to Bay Blvd
Tampa, FL 33629-8113
813-575-5200
http://www.cristlegal.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Melissa DeAnn Krepps
Bleakley Bavol Denman & Grace
15316 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33613-1257
813-221-3759
http://bbdglaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Michael John Trentalange
Trentalange & Kelley, P.A.
218 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa, FL 33609-1270
813-226-1080
http://www.tktampa.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Michael Kraft
Conroy Simberg
201 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 900
Tampa, FL 33602-5829
813-273-6464
http://www.conroysimberg.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Michael Stanley Rywant
Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton
Two Harbour Place
302 Knights Run Ave Ste 1000
Tampa, FL 33602-5955
352-333-3700
http://rywantalvarez.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Michael Victor Caruso
Caruso Law Firm
4510 N Armenia Ave
Tampa, FL 33603-2732
813-414-0078
http://carusolawtampa.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Mindy McLaughlin
Beytin, McLaughlin, McLaughlin, O'Hara,
1706 E 11th Ave
Tampa, FL 33605-3804
813-226-3000
http://www.law-fla.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Morgan Wood Streetman
Streetman Law
505 E Jackson St Ste 305
Tampa, FL 33602-4935
813-227-8689
http://www.streetmanlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
N. Rivver Cox
Bush Graziano Rice & Platter, P.A.
100 S Ashley Dr Ste 1400
Tampa, FL 33602-5302
813-228-7000
https://www.bgrplaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Natalie Davy
Bush Graziano Rice & Platter, P.A.
100 S Ashley Dr Ste 1400
Tampa, FL 33602-5302
813-228-7000
http://www.bgrplaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Nicholas Matthew Matassini
Matassini Law Firm, P.A.
2811 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609-3101
813-879-6227
http://www.matassinilaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Nicole M Cameron
Nicole M. Cameron, P.A.
235 Apollo Beach Blvd # 231
Apollo Beach, FL 33572-2251
813-645-8787
http://www.law-cameron.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Paul Marshall Weekley
Weekley Schulte Valdes, LLC
1635 N Tampa St Ste 100
Tampa, FL 33602-2629
813-221-1154
http://www.wsvlegal.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Paula Walsh Rousselle
Bitman, O'Brien & Morat, PLLC
400 N Tampa St Ste 1450
Tampa, FL 33602-4734
813-337-6391
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Peter J Brudny
Peter J. Brudny, P. A.
926 Anchorage Rd
Tampa, FL 33602-5754
813-258-0000
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Phillip W. Farthing
Jayson, Farthing, & Skafidas, P.A
5401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 600
Tampa, FL 33609-2403
813-321-1111
http://jfswlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Piper Audrey Glynis Hurley
La Cava & Jacobson, P.A.
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1250
Tampa, FL 33602-5245
813-209-9611
http://www.lacavajacobson.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Rainey Cawthon Booth Jr.
Wilkes & McHugh, P.A.
1 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 700
TAMPA, FL 33609-2764
813-873-0026
https://www.wilkesmchugh.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Ralph Leonard Gonzalez
The Yerrid Law Firm
101 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 3910
Tampa, FL 33602-5192
813-222-8222
http://www.yerridlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Randall A Wainoris
Dutton Law Group
4921 Memorial Hwy Ste 110
Tampa, FL 33634-7506
813-247-2222x21
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Richard Barrett Mangan Jr.
Rissman Barrett Hurt Donahue & McLain P A
1 N Dale Mabry Hwy Fl 11
Tampa, FL 33609-2764
813-221-3114
http://rissman.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Richard Knell Bowers Jr.
Banker Lopez Gassler
501 E Kennedy Blvd Ste 1700
Tampa, FL 33602-5239
813-221-1500
http://bankerlopez.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Richard Oliver
Carlton Fields, P.A.
4221 W Boy Scout Blvd Ste 1000
Tampa, FL 33607-5780
813-223-7000
http://www.carltonfields.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Robert Andrew Buda
Buda Law
1905 N Market St
Tampa, FL 33602-2057
813-785-9144
http://andrewbudalaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Robert Anthony Morris
Ullman Bursa Law
3812 Coconut Palm Dr Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33619-1393
813-970-0500
https://ublawoffices.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Robert Joseph Johnson
8722 Turnstone Shore Ln
Riverview, FL 33578-8656
813-361-0231
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Robert Thomas Joseph McLaren
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer
1410 N West Shore Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33607-4533
813-286-8818
http://www.qpwblaw.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Ryan Allen Lossius
Weekly Schulte Valdes
1635 N Tampa St Ste 100
Tampa, FL 33602-2629
813-221-1154
http://www.wsvlegal.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Scott Patrick Distasio
Distasio Law Firm, P.A.
1112 Channelside Dr # 5
Tampa, FL 33602-3607
813-259-0022
http://www.distasiofirm.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Sean C. Youngblood
Youngblood Law Firm
411 Apollo Beach Blvd Ste 100
Apollo Beach, FL 33572-2281
813-258-5883
http://www.youngbloodlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Stacy Estes Yates
3416 W Leona St
Tampa, FL 33629-7910
813-494-7222
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Susan Merrill Wilson
Ogden & Sullivan, PA
5422 Bay Center Dr Ste 100
Tampa, FL 33609-3420
813-223-5111
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Tammy J. Judge
4610 W San Jose St
Tampa, FL 33629-6512
813-240-4942
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Tamora S. Omori
Tamora S. Omori, Esq
3901 Rolling Terrace Ln
Valrico, FL 33596-8424
813-468-3248
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Thamir Abdull Razzak Kaddouri
Law Office of Thamir A.R. Kaddouri, Jr.
3220 W Cypress St
Tampa, FL 33607-5110
813-879-5752
http://www.tampalaw.org
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Theresa A. Domenico
McCumber,Daniels,Buntz,Hartig & Puig,PA
4401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33609-2048
813-287-2822
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Timothy Francis Malloy
Timothy F. Malloy Esq. P.A.
301 W Platt St Ste 347
Tampa, FL 33606-2292
813-431-6653
http://malloymediation.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Timothy Gordon Anderson
Anderson & Anderson
213 S Brevard Ave
Tampa, FL 33606-2211
813-251-0072
http://tgalaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Tomas Lazaro Gacio
Abrahamson & Uiterwyk
900 W Platt St
Tampa, FL 33606-2173
813-222-0500
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Vera Brooks
Brooks&Brooks
6812 Sheldon Rd
Tampa, FL 33615-2755
813-906-6000
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
Victoria Posada
Trentalange & Kelley
218 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa, FL 33609-1270
813-226-1080
https://tktampa.com/
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough County Florida: Yes
William John Judge Jr.
Hill Ward Henderson
PO Box 2231
Tampa, FL 33601-2231
813-222-8718
http://www.hwhlaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Hillsborough 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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