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Yes. Medical malpractice cases usually require expert review to determine whether the healthcare provider failed to meet accepted medical standards and whether that failure caused harm.
View ServiceMany Florida medical malpractice claims must be brought within two years from when the injury was discovered or should have been discovered, but additional rules and exceptions may apply.
View ServiceDamages may include medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, future care, permanent disability, and wrongful death damages when applicable.
View ServiceCases usually take from 1 to 3 years. It all depends on many factors such as the number of individuals, entities, or experts involved, schedule and commitment, level of investigation needed, among others. After the trial, if the defeated party decides to appeal the case, the verdict will be prolonged.
View ServiceThere is no guarantee from the medical results. Malpractice doesn’t happen because the patient suffered a bad outcome. Complications may cause undesirable results, but they are not generally considered to be malpractice. Most complications are in the consent form, and these comprise bleeding and infection.
View ServiceA consent form doesn’t release the doctor who committed the negligence from liability. Except in emergency situations, patients always sign a form that states that they understand the procedure to be performed, the risks involved, and they had the opportunity to ask questions before consenting to the treatment. This consent form doesn’t waive the right the patient has to bring a medical malpractice claim.
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