Medical Malpractice Attorneys
You trusted your doctor with your health — arguably one of the most invaluable things you’ll ever have in this life. After all, not even all of the money in the world can buy good health.
Unfortunately, your doctor let you down.
Now, you’re left with serious health issues you may battle for the rest of your life. At Spohrer Dodd, our medical malpractice attorneys are dedicated to obtaining maximum financial recovery for each client we represent.
Medical malpractice claims may technically fall within the purview of personal injury in Florida, but these cases are typically far more complex than many claimants realize. Bringing any civil action against a medical professional requires meeting strict procedural requirements that do not apply to personal injury claims filed against other private entities. If you believe you have grounds to file any civil claim for damages against a medical professional, you must consult a medical malpractice attorney about your case as quickly as possible.
Common Types of Medical Malpractice in Florida
Our attorneys are experienced at identifying potentially liable parties and aggressively litigating a wide range of medical negligence claims, including:
- Surgical negligence
- Birth injuries
- Brain and spinal cord injuries
- Delays in cancer diagnosis
- Negligent administration of anesthesia
- Misuse of medical devices
- Nursing malpractice and negligence
- Emergency room errors
- Failure to diagnose an illness or injury
- Failure to properly treat a medical condition
- Prescription errors
FAQs About Florida Medical Malpractice Laws
What Is Medical Malpractice?
When a doctor, nurse or another health care professional fails to provide a reasonable standard of care or acts negligently, the results can be devastating. As a victim of medical negligence, you may not know where to turn to receive help during this difficult time.
Who Can Be Held Liable In A Medical Malpractice Claim?
Any medical professional or organization that owes you a standard of care and fails to provide that care can be held liable for medical malpractice.
This includes but is not limited to:
- Hospitals
- Outpatient surgical centers
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Physician assistants
- Anesthesiologists
- Home health care agency staff
Related claims can be brought against the manufacturers of health care products including orthopedic implants, wound vacs and others. Our medical malpractice attorneys have decades of experience handling these difficult and demanding claims.
What Is The Statute Of Limitations For A Medical Malpractice Claim?
Medical malpractice claims are governed by a complex set of laws or statutes which dictate when a claim can be filed and what steps must be taken prior to filing a claim.
Generally, a medical malpractice claim must be filed within two years of when the malpractice occurred or within two years of when an injury is discovered that is related to the malpractice. Once the statute of limitations expires, your ability to bring a claim is barred forever.
There are exceptions, however, which means it is very important to contact an attorney familiar with malpractice claims and the laws which govern them to determine the date by which your claim must be filed.
Spohrer Dodd Trial Attorneys Is Recognized Throughout The State As A Leading Medical Malpractice Firm
Our team works closely to pinpoint how, when, and why a patient’s injury or death occurred and who is responsible. Locally and throughout the state, individuals, as well as attorneys who do not specialize in this unique area of practice, seek out our firm’s attorneys to maximize the recovery to victims of medical negligence.
To meet with one of our attorneys and discuss your case, please call 904-309-6500 or send us an email. We are here to answer your medical malpractice questions and get you justice.
