Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical Malpractice Cases In Pasco County Florida

Dr. PROSPERO A CORTORREAL Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 512009CA002504

Indemnity Paid: $1,915,672.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201057698
Claim Number :394-014922
Date Submitted :6/23/2010
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
25-1149494 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualGwendolyn  Jones
Street Address
101 Hudson Street
CityStateZip
Jersey CityNJ07302
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(201) 631 - 7732 (201) 631 - 5058gwendolyn.jones@chartisinsurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualProsperoACortorreal
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed10051 5th Street, Suite 200
CityStateZip CodeCounty
St. PetersburgFL33702Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
6793162$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME73702Internal Medicine - No Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL100127
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/17/200710/19/2007
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Spinal abscess with cord compression.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Delayed diagnosis
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
No misdiagnosis
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Spinal cord compression
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
3/31/2009512009CA002504
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco6/10/2010
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
6/10/2010
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$1,915,672
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$18,400
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$0
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
none
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. MICHAEL LOGUIDICE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 51 2009 CA 002504

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201059249
Claim Number :EMC-FL-08-82927
Date Submitted :11/30/2010
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
CONTINENTAL CASUALTY COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
36-2114545 
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
IndividualMichael Loguidice
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1230 Bellamare Trail
CityStateZip CodeCounty
New Port RicheyFL34655Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HAZ1040025381-6$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Osteopathic Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS8587Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL100127
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/12/200711/5/2008
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Cauda Equine Compression
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Alleged delay in obtained STAT MRI for immediate treatment, surgery
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Delay in obtaining MRI
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
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
3/30/200951 2009 CA 002504
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco11/29/2010
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
JSA MEDICAL GROUP
Cortorreal, M.D., Prospero
Morton Plant 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
9/21/2010
 
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$69,726
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$15,588
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. FREDERICK T YONTECK Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 51-2016-CA-003572

Indemnity Paid: $1,000,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201884291
Claim Number : Incident 105028
Date Submitted : 2/9/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
MEDICUS INSURANCE COMPANY Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-5623491  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual Diane   McNab
Street Address
4651 Salisbury Rd
City State Zip
Jacksonville FL 32256
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
954490580     dmcnab@norcal-group.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualFrederickTYonteck
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed12802 Tampa Oaks Blvd
CityStateZip CodeCounty
TampaFL33637Hillsborough
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
FL-16030904$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME87287Emergency Medicine - No Major 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
Emergency Room 
Name of InstitutionCode
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel23960099
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Radiology, Emergency Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
4/26/20144/28/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient presented with symptoms of cough, vomiting and dizziness
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
The patient presented with no focal neurological deficits. A CT Scan of the head revealed no abnormalities. The patient was admitted for intractable vomiting. The patient alleged practitioner failed to timely initiate stroke protocol and/or consult with a neurologist resulting in delay in treatment.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
There was no misdiagnosis
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Neurological deficits.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/4/201651-2016-CA-003572
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco1/25/2018
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 not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
1/31/2018
 
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$60,000
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$60,000
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
Insureds conferenced with attorneys and claims specialist
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. RAJESH BHAGVATIP DAVE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 51-2006-CA-000801-WS

Indemnity Paid: $985,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200849466
Claim Number :126647
Date Submitted :5/5/2008
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY OF HARTFORDPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
06-0464510 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualTeresa Ross
Street Address
One Park Plaza P.O. Box 555
CityStateZip
NashvilleTN37202
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(615) 344 - 5804  Teresa.Ross@HCAHealthcare.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRAJESH BHAGVATIP DAVE
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed6630 Embassy Blvd., Suite D
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Port RicheyFL34668Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
HAZ1087751660$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME63067Internal Medicine - No Surgery01

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPasco
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
12/23/20036/23/2005
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
High blood pressure & controlled hypertension.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Allegations of failure to promptly diagnose & treat patient?s abnormal &/or ischemic cardiac condition.Additional allegations claim failure to perform a complete cardiac work up despite persistent & abnormal clinical signs/symptoms & abnormal EKGs.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Wrongful death.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Death.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
10/9/200651-2006-CA-000801-WS
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco4/25/2008
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
4/24/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$985,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$71,055
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$35,633
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$200,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$785,000$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Staff education.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. OTSENRE MATOS Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 963386CA

Indemnity Paid: $960,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200744857
Claim Number :96M05382
Date Submitted :3/19/2007
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
FRONTIER INSURANCE COMPANYPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
13-2559805 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNina LGorton
Street Address
195 lake louise marie road
CityStateZip
rock hillNY12775
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(845) 796 - 21005062(845) 807 - 4985NGorton@ftr.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualOTSENRE MATOS
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed5330 GEORGE STREET
CityStateZip CodeCounty
NEW PORT RICHEYFL34652Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
KM0009544$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor Public Psychiatry 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME22865Psychiatry - All Other 

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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
Patient's Home 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
  
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
2/5/19923/8/1996
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
DEPRESSION AFTER CAR ACCIDENT WHEREING PATIENT LOST RIGHT LEG
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
COUNSELING, MEDICATIONS
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
ALLEGED FAILURE TO RECOGNIZE PATIENTS WARNING OF SUICIDE
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
ATTEMPTED SUICIDE
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
7/9/1996963386CA
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco12/4/1998
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
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
9/23/1998
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$960,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$558,730
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$16,378
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
THE INSURED HAS CONSULTED WITH DEFENSE COUNSEL, MEDICAL EXPERTS AND CLAIMS PERSONNEL REGARDING THIS MATTER.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Dr. SADRAS N SHANMUGHAM Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 512004CA001354WS H

Indemnity Paid: $850,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200849033
Claim Number :20270-01
Date Submitted :3/26/2008
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
AMERICAN PHYSICIANS ASSURANCE CORPORATIONPrimary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
38-2102867 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualBarbaraAEvans
Street Address
1301 N. Hagadorn Road
CityStateZip
East LansingMI48823
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(517) 324 - 6570 (517) 333 - 2806bevans@apassurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualSadrasNShanmugham
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed8425 Northcliffe Blvd, #106
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Spring HillFL34606Hernando
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
126720$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME46586Internal Medicine - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MHernando
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
8/31/20019/24/2003
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Patient who had previously been diagnosed with asthma was referred to insured after complaining of wheezing, red/sore throat and congestion.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Chest x-ray ordered and pulmonary function test performed.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged two year delay in diagnosis and treatment of chondrosarcoma of the cricoid ring.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Plaintiff alleged that delayed diagnosis of cancer led to a more radical surgery which included removal of of his entire voice box.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Significant - Deafness, loss of limb, loss of eye, loss of one kidney or lung.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
5/12/2004512004CA001354WS H
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco3/25/2008
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Florida Allergy, LLP
Kratz Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates, PA
Kratz, Jaime
Good Shepherd Medical Clinic, P.A.
Paquette, Raymond J
Hernando HMA, Inc.
Brooksville Regional Hospital
Spring Hill Regional Hospital
Emergency Physician Specialists, Inc.
Florida Emergency Medicine Specialists, Inc.
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
3/11/2008
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$850,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$63,363
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$24,681
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 is deceased.The personal representative of insured's estate consulted with claims personnel and defense counsel.$850,000 was paid in full and final settlement of all claims on behalf of the insured.
 
Updates
 
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Dr. DAVID A SMITH Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2018CA001266CAAXES

Indemnity Paid: $850,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201989543
Claim Number : PHY-17-386938
Date Submitted : 8/6/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
TEAM HEALTH, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
62-1562558  
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
IndividualDAVIDASMITH
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer5 1513 SW 5TH COURT
CityStateZip CodeCounty
FORT LAUDERDALEFL33312Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
ES1800$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME128674Family Physicians or General Practitioners - Minor Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionBAYFRONT HEALTH DADE CITY
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Special Procedure Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
10/13/20172/2/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
ASTHMA
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
INTUBATION
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
ALLEGED FAILURE TO PROPERLY INTUBATE
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
4/30/20182018CA001266CAAXES
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco8/6/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
7/16/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$850,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$99,338
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$49,520
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
UNKNOWN
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Dr. KIMBERLY APPLE Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 2018-CA-000977

Indemnity Paid: $825,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201988910
Claim Number : 64912/14
Date Submitted : 5/24/2019
 
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
IndividualKimberly Apple
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed38135 Market Sq
CityStateZip CodeCounty
ZephyrhillsFL33542Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PSL 1603305 03$500,000$1,500,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME99795Surgery - General 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel23960099
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/13/201712/5/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Cholelithiasis
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
Alleged failure to note bowel perforation post-op; discharging despite worsening condition
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Subsequent surgery and stroke
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
4/5/20182018-CA-000977
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco5/8/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Vemuri, MD, Suresh
Florida Medical Clinic
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
5/8/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$825,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$14,724
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$13,774
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$200,000
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$511,531$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Risk management has counseled insured
 
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Dr. MICHAEL A DEPAUW Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 512012CA001595

Indemnity Paid: $750,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201680500
Claim Number : EMC-FL-11XS-257842
Date Submitted : 11/30/2016
 
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
IndividualMICHAELADEPAUW
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer5637 MARINE PARKWAY
CityStateZip CodeCounty
NEW PORT RICHEYFL34652Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
EMC-2011-Excess$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Osteopathic Physician 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
OS6141Emergency Medicine - No Major Surgery 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Hospital/InstitutionCOMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF NEW PORT RICHEY
Name of InstitutionCode
N/A000000
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherER
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/15/20098/3/2011
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
SWELLING OF FACE
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
SEEN IN ER
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
FAILURE TO DIAGNOSE
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
STROKE
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
3/6/2012512012CA001595
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco10/22/2016
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 subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
1/27/2016
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$750,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$93,774
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$72,457
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
 
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Dr. GAJANAN A KULKARNI Medical Malpractice Lawsuits - Court Case # 51-2002-CA 1933WS-G

Indemnity Paid: $750,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M200432914
Claim Number :E29922
Date Submitted :9/22/2004
 
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
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(813) 969 - 2010 (813) 969 - 2120SNorris@ProAssurance.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualGajananAKulkarni
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed5802 State Road 54
CityStateZip CodeCounty
New Port RicheyFL34652Pasco
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PNFL-1002779-00$1,000,000$3,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME44512Hematology - No Surgery00000

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MPasco
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF NEW PORT RICHEY100191
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Patients' Room 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/15/20001/19/2001
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Respiratory failure secondary to pneumonia.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Prescribed Agrylin for platelet disorder, allegedly aggravated pneumonia.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
N/A
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
9/9/200251-2002-CA 1933WS-G
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Pasco7/23/2004
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Pasco Hernando Oncology Associates, P.A.
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
During trial, but before court verdict.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Disposed of by Court
Court DecisionOther
Judgment for the plaintiff. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
9/2/2004
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$750,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$26,374
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$31,584
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$750,000
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.
 
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Alyssa A. Ruge
Kemp, Ruge & Green Law Group
11567 Trinity Boulevard
Trinity, FL 34655-4700
727-847-4878
http://www.kemprugegreen.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco County Florida: Yes
David Robert Ristoff
Williams, Ristoff, Proper, P.L.C.
10820 State Road 54 Ste 202
Trinity, FL 34655-2291
727-842-9758
http://www.wrpinjurylaw.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco County Florida: Yes
John Hamilton
Law Office of John Hamilton of Tampa P.A
John Hamilton of Tampa, P.A.
PO Box 1299
San Antonio, FL 33576-1299
813-545-5074
http://www.hamiltonmediations.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco County Florida: Yes
Misty Morgan Vianna
8375 Olive Brook Dr
Wesley Chapel, FL 33545-4929
630-346-3096
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco County Florida: Yes
Nathan Dean Brewer
Brewer Law Firm, PA
5537 Gall Blvd
Zephyrhills, FL 33542-3931
813-549-4529
http://brewerlawfirmpa.com
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco County Florida: Yes
Richard Bloom
Richard B Bloom PLLC
4729 Ebbtide Ln
Port Richey, FL 34668-6419
727-520-6535
Specialty: Medical Malpractice
Eligble to practice in Pasco 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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