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Attorneys -
Ft. Lauderdale
Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Medical malpractice is a major problem. Approximately 44,000
people die in the United States each year due, in part, to medical malpractice
and over 98,000 worldwide. In other words, more people die every year from
doctors who fail to provide the appropriate level of care, then from guns, AIDS,
breast cancer or highway accidents. Doctors are human and can make mistakes.
However, when that mistake is the result of a health care provider’s deviation
from the accepted standard of care and that deviation causes injury or death;
medical malpractice may have occurred.
In 1988, the Florida Legislature enacted the Medical Malpractice Act, which
substantially affects the rights of patients injured due to medical negligence.
There are strict pre-suit requirements and time limitations for pursuing medical
malpractice claims. Therefore, it is important to consult with an attorney
immediately to protect your rights.
If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a health
care provider’s medical negligence, please contact
Rosen &
Rosen.
Rosen &
Rosen has successfully represented patients
injured due to medical negligence and will aggressively fight for your rights.
Locations served include:
Ft. Lauderdale, Hollywood, Broward County, Dade County, Coral Gables,
Homestead, Carol City, Coral Springs, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach, Hialeah,
Cutler Ridge,
Pembroke Pines, Weston, Davie, Aventura,
Cooper City, Plantation, Sunrise,
Miami, North Miami and Miami Beach.
What is considered ‘medical malpractice’?
Medical malpractice / medical negligence occurs when doctors, nurses, hospitals
or other health care providers cause injury or death to a patient by failing to
meet the accepted ‘standard of care’. The most common legal definition of
standard of care is how similarly qualified practitioners would have managed the
patient's care under the same or similar circumstances.
While the term ‘medical malpractice’ can apply to misdiagnosis, surgical
mistakes, and gross negligence, the most common types of medical malpractice
include:
- mishandling of patient records;
- misread x-ray, CTScan, or other test result;
- failure to properly diagnose a condition in a timely fashion;
- failure to promptly respond to patient symptoms;
- surgical errors;
- medication errors;
- failure to prevent injury.
Some studies indicate that up to 70% of medical errors could have been
prevented.
A medical malpractice attorney can help determine if your health care provider
did not provide acceptable care or if medical mistakes occurred. Your lawyer can
also help to review your medical records, explain the legal process, and advise
you of your legal rights.
How do I know if I have a medical malpractice case?
The representation and litigation of a medical malpractice claim can be a very
expensive and complex case for a law firm to handle. It is therefore advised
that you seek the assistance of a law firm experienced in the litigation of such
claims.
Medical malpractice lawsuits often involve a thorough review of all medical
records, consultations with healthcare professionals, follow-up medical exams /
tests, expert medical witnesses, and investigations into all the events
surrounding the alleged negligence. Additionally, an attorney must take into
consideration any applicable statutes of limitations, caps/limits set by state
and federal laws, the severity of the injury, and the breadth of consequences
suffered by the patient. Because of the complexities surrounding medical
malpractice claims, only an experienced attorney can make a determination as to
the viability of your potential lawsuit.
If you have been hurt or have lost a loved one due
to medical
negligence, you need the help of a tenacious legal
team with the skills and resources to effectively defend your rights. Contact
Rosen &
Rosen today.
Rosen &
Rosen will
provide you with a free consultation regarding your potential claim and will
work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they charge a fee only if you receive
monetary compensation. The Statute of Limitations sets a limited window in which
to file a claim, so time is of the essence. We can be reached at (954) 981-1852
or via our online
contact form.
If you have questions regarding a medical malpractice please contact
Rosen &
Rosen.
Rosen &
Rosen provides legal
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Rosen or
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