Medical Malpractice

Surgical errors can have serious consequences for patients. These mistakes can occur at any stage of the surgery process, from preoperative planning to postoperative care. Understanding the most common types of surgical errors can help patients better understand the...

When you go to the ER, you trust providers to act in your best interest. But if they don’t get your informed consent before a procedure, it creates serious problems. In Florida emergency departments, consent issues can influence the outcome of medical error cases....

When someone dies unexpectedly under medical care, the need for clarity becomes urgent. An autopsy can play a central role in identifying what happened and whether medical negligence contributed to the death. It can provide objective, scientific insight that...

A sudden hospital error can turn life upside down. When injuries demand lifelong care, you deserve full recovery of every loss. Florida judges and juries look at clear, measurable facts before they place a price on harm. Knowing those facts gives you power as you...

Emergency rooms have the resources to handle urgent medical situations, but mistakes still happen. One of the most dangerous errors in emergency care involves failing to recognize a heart attack.  This issue leads to serious medical consequences and legal claims. It...

Not everyone has the same chance of suffering birth injuries. There are some factors that medical professionals can identify that increase this risk. Of course, this doesn’t necessarily mean that it is the patient’s fault or that an injury was inevitable. Doctors and...

When you visit the emergency room, your medical history significantly impacts the care you receive. However, missing or incomplete patient histories can lead to serious mistakes that affect treatment. Let’s explore how your patient history can impact the likelihood of...

The term Never Event has been around for over 20 years. These are serious and often “shocking medical errors.” Specifically, they are the types of things that should never happen. For instance, say that a patient has a significant infection and comes in for amputation...

Hospital infections are a serious concern that can delay or even complicate recovery. When you are in the hospital, your body may be more vulnerable to infections because of weakened immunity or invasive procedures. Infections acquired during your stay can extend your...

It’s not new information that C-sections come with risks like any surgery. However, when doctors wait too long to perform a needed cesarean delivery, they turn what could have been a planned procedure into a rushed emergency. This rush increases the chances of...