Medical Malpractice

Overcrowding in emergency rooms is a pressing issue in today’s healthcare. Unfortunately, this chaotic setting can potentially heighten the risk of mistakes made by medical professionals. Here are situations resulting from overcrowding that can lead to patients...

Taking medication is one of the most common ways of treating illnesses ranging from mild colds to severe health issues. Sometimes, the only way to alleviate symptoms is by using medication, but it can also become harmful under certain circumstances. The health...

What if you discover a complication after recovering from surgery? Can you file a lawsuit against the hospital or clinic that may be potentially responsible for your injuries? Every state has a statute of limitations for medical malpractice lawsuits, which sets a...

Central line-associated bloodstream infections can result from hospital negligence. If this occurs, the facility may be liable for medical malpractice. Knowing the related laws in Florida can help you protect your legal rights in such cases. Central line-associated...

Last December, we talked about some Florida state lawmakers’ efforts to end what’s sometimes referred to as the “free kill” law. That law includes a provision that prohibits anyone other than spouses and minor children from seeking non-economic (“pain and suffering”)...

When undergoing medical procedures, patients trust healthcare professionals to prioritize their safety and well-being. Anesthesia plays a key role in ensuring a pain-free experience during surgeries, but what happens when errors occur? In Florida, like elsewhere,...

Fatigue is an issue whenever someone is trying to do a complex task. This is the reason that fatigued driving leads to car accidents in the same way that drunk driving or distracted driving can.  But it’s not just drivers who may make mistakes. Fatigued doctors may...

It’s horrible to even think about the devastation you would feel if you lost a loved one due to a medical mistake. Now, imagine how much more horrible it would be if you didn’t have any legal recourse against the hospital or doctor who caused your loved one’s death....

Emergency care patients are typically directed to the triage department before seeing a doctor. Vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and so on) are checked in this department to determine their urgency to receive emergency care. This step is...

Shoulder dystocia occurs when a baby’s shoulders get stuck in the mother’s pelvis during delivery. It’s more common when the baby is larger, or the woman’s pelvis is smaller.  The likelihood of having to deal with shoulder dystocia during delivery depends mainly on...