Legal Options for Victims of Medical Malpractice in Tampa

If you were harmed by medical malpractice on behalf of a Florida medical care provider, it could be possible to hold them legally accountable for your losses. While medical providers are expected to use their expertise to help their patients improve their health, when they are negligent in their care, the opposite can happen. 

When injuries or another adverse health or disease condition results from the negligent care of a medical provider, victims may be able to file a medical malpractice suit. Due to the complexities of these legal actions, it can be helpful to have an attorney helping you through the claims process. The Tampa medical malpractice attorneys at Fulgencio Law have extensive experience helping victims of medical malpractice in Florida understand their rights and take legal action where appropriate.

How To Obtain Compensation After a Medical Malpractice Injury

Medical malpractice can cause severe injuries, permanent harm, and death. Recovering compensation for medical negligence is critical. 

When a healthcare provider does not treat a patient with a standard of care that they deserve that any other medical professional would provide given the same circumstances and that patient is injured or dies, this is medical malpractice. 

It can be difficult to determine the difference between what an unfavorable outcome of a medical procedure or care is and when harm has taken place due to negligence. Therefore, it is critical, that when you believe that you were harmed by the recklessness or carelessness of a medical provider, you seek legal counsel from an attorney. An attorney with experience in medical malpractice cases can review your situation and shed light on whether you have a case to make or not.

There are many ways that medical malpractice can happen including the following:

• Surgical mistakes 
• Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose
• Delayed treatment
• Anesthesia errors
• Childbirth injuries
• Defective equipment

When medical malpractice happens, a claim must prove that either an act or omission of action is what caused one’s injuries or death. When it can be shown that any other doctor in the same position would have acted differently than your doctor did, then your doctor may be liable to pay financial compensation for your damages.

Despite medical malpractice not happening in every situation when an undesirable outcome of medical treatment or a medical procedure takes place, medical malpractice happens quite often throughout the United States. Medical errors are responsible for at least an estimated 250,000 deaths in the country each year. The state of Florida usually ranks high on the list of the states in the nation with the most medical practice lawsuits annually.

Speak to an Attorney at Fulgencio Law

Medical malpractice can cause a victim devastating and permanent injuries and health issues. Medical malpractice can even be deadly. For assistance with a medical malpractice claim in Florida, it is best to work with an attorney who has knowledge and experience practicing medical malpractice law.

To have your case evaluated by a medical malpractice attorney at Fulgencio Law, you are welcome to call (813) 463-0123 to schedule a free consultation.