When people think of medical malpractice, they often think of doctors operating on the wrong limb, or accidentally leaving medical tools in their patients post-surgery. However, a significant number of medical malpractice lawsuits stem from misdiagnoses of a condition or illness, where a patient doesn’t end up getting the treatment that they need, often leading […]

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For many Americans, the right to hold a doctor or other medical professional accountable for any mistakes that cause harm is a fundamental right to justice. When private parties to limit that right, there is typically uproar and reactive forces which seek to restore those rights once again. However, what might surprise many is that […]

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On February 6th, a jury found a Broward County doctor liable for $2.4 million in damages for failing to properly treat a 72-year-old retired police officer—Jerry Pettigrossi—who was suffering from an autoimmune disorder and ended up dying as the result of the medical care he received. Allegedly, Pettigrossi was placed on the regular medical floor […]

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On December 8th, the Florida Supreme Court reviewed a case that could have repercussions for victims of medical malpractice who choose to bring malpractice lawsuits here in Florida. The case centers around a 2013 state medical malpractice law that allows what are known as “ex parte communications,” or communications between attorneys and doctors who have […]

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Every time a medical professional writes a prescription or distributes medicine, they should always take appropriate care in order to avoid serious complications and conditions in the patient. If they fail to use necessary care and a patient suffers injury, the patient can hold them liable by filing a medical malpractice claim. Pharmacies fill over […]

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