Types of Florida Medical Malpractice Cases
Should you be concerned every time you go to the doctor, have surgery or take a medication? Generally, you can trust that the medical professional treating you is giving you an acceptable standard of care that will not cause you harm. Occasionally, things go wrong and it is often you, the patient, who suffers.
Medical malpractice is defined as professional negligence and occurs when a doctor or other medical professional deviates from the accepted standard of care and causes injury to the patient.
Florida medical malpractice comes in many different forms. If your injuries from the medical negligence are severe, you may be able to bring a claim against the doctor, surgeon, hospital or pharmacist who committed the malpractice. Some of the common types of medical malpractice include:
- Failure to diagnose
- Misdiagnosed cancer
- Undiagnosed heart attack
- Incorrect dosage
- Pharmacy errors
- Medication mistakes
- Wrong site surgery
- Surgical errors
- Birth injuries
- Retained objects
The list of medical malpractice cases goes on. If you have been injured by medical malpractice, you should hold the medical provider accountable. In Florida, you have two years from the date of your injury to bring an action against the medical professional. A successful Florida medical malpractice lawsuit could entitle you to compensation for pain and suffering, disfigurement, mental anguish, lost income, medical expenses and other costs associated with your injuries.
If you have lost a loved one due to medical malpractice, you may be able to file a claim under the Florida Wrongful Death Act. For more information or advice regarding malpractice that has led to serious injury or wrongful death, contact Fetterman & Associates – The Law Team at (888) 819-4770. We will focus on getting you and your family the compensation in which you are entitled. Our law firm represents clients throughout Palm Beach County, St. Lucie County and Martin County.
