South Florida Negligence 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.

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