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He needs to hire an investigator to skip trace her and try to locate her and go from there. He may well have to call law enforcement otherwise. 
He needs to hire an investigator to skip trace her and try to locate her and go from there. He may well have to call law enforcement otherwise. 
Hi Donna, I am very sorry for the tragic loss of your husband. This involves a very difficult area of law in Florida; however, we are currently litigating a case against a Doctor and Medical Practice with very similar facts and circumstances involving abrupt discontinuance of Benzodiazepines.  The answer to your question can only be obtained through medical expert review of your husband's medical records to determine if and by whom the standard of care was breached and if that breach directly caused him to commit suicide. A Personal Injury/ Medical Malpractice Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your husband's medical records prior to sending them out for review by the appropriate medical experts. Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit is relatively short given the complexity involved in these types of cases.... Read More
Hi Donna, I am very sorry for the tragic loss of your husband. This involves a very difficult area of law in Florida; however, we are currently... Read More

How much is a medical melpractice suit worth in florida

Answered 4 years and 10 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Hi Chris, I am very sorry for to hear about what happened to you while in the hospital. Much more information is needed to properly evaluate your potential case, however, it would appear to be quite worthy of investigation. Based upon the information which you have offered, there may be multiple responsible parties potentially involved. A Personal Injury Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your medical records prior to sending them out for review by the appropriate medical experts.  Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss this further. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit is relatively short given the complexity involved in such cases. Loren L. Gold, Esq.... Read More
Hi Chris, I am very sorry for to hear about what happened to you while in the hospital. Much more information is needed to properly evaluate your... Read More
You will have to have a lawyer review your contract
You will have to have a lawyer review your contract

Can I sue my doctor?

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
No. This was a decision made by your parents when they had the authority to do so. There are more important things to worry about. 
No. This was a decision made by your parents when they had the authority to do so. There are more important things to worry about. 

I need help in knowing what kind of Attorney is right to handle my case

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Sorry, but absent objective cooroboration, such allegations get little to no traction simply because your bare testimony is not credible. Espcially the notion of a psychiatrist hiding you from a Marchman Act Order as this would asily cost them thier license and expose them to incarceration. You will need to be prepared to pay legal fees and investigative expenses up front as no coherent lawyer will pursue such a case on your claims alone. ... Read More
Sorry, but absent objective cooroboration, such allegations get little to no traction simply because your bare testimony is not credible. Espcially... Read More

Do I have case for the surgery of the choclear device

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Hello Stephen, Based upon the information which you have offered, there may be multiple responsible parties potentially involved; however, a great deal more information is required to make any type of determination concerning viability.  The answer to your question can only be obtained through medical expert review of your medical records to determine if and by whom the standard of care was breached and if that breach directly caused your injuries. A Personal Injury Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your medical records prior to sending them out for review by the appropriate medical experts. Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit  is relatively short given the complexity involved in such cases.... Read More
Hello Stephen, Based upon the information which you have offered, there may be multiple responsible parties potentially involved; however, a great... Read More
I'm sorry to hear about this unfortunate chain of events. We need more facts to determine what can potentially be done to help, if possible. There are legal requirements and deadlines, so do not delay in reaching out to a Personal Injury Attorney for legal consultation. 
I'm sorry to hear about this unfortunate chain of events. We need more facts to determine what can potentially be done to help, if possible. There... Read More
This is a question to ask the lawyer you hired to handle that lawsuit/claim
This is a question to ask the lawyer you hired to handle that lawsuit/claim

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Answered 5 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
If you are a doctor then you have access to actually hiring a healthcare lawyer or dealing with an HR department to address this. You will get no usuable nor reliable advise in internet blurbs anymore than patients get quality medical care on medical Q&A forums. 
If you are a doctor then you have access to actually hiring a healthcare lawyer or dealing with an HR department to address this. You will get no... Read More
Unfortunately, there is a 2 year statute of limitation for med mal cases. You need to retain a lawyer immediately if this is to be addessed at all. 
Unfortunately, there is a 2 year statute of limitation for med mal cases. You need to retain a lawyer immediately if this is to be addessed at... Read More
I am sorry to hear about your ordeal and hope that you recover fully. More facts are needed which can be discussed in consultation. An experienced professional can guide and advise you and evaluate your claim. However, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay so as not to prejudice your rights... Read More
I am sorry to hear about your ordeal and hope that you recover fully. More facts are needed which can be discussed in consultation. An experienced... Read More

Can I take action for malpractice

Answered 5 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
You need to get with a personal injury lawyer ASAP so they can direct you on addressing this and gathering up the records etc. This needs to be done ASAP. If we can help further feel free to call our office at 1-800-922-6442.
You need to get with a personal injury lawyer ASAP so they can direct you on addressing this and gathering up the records etc. This needs to be done... Read More
You can try, but you have no leg to stand on. The tobacco cases in the past were based on misepresentation by tbacco companies that snoking was good for you while burying known health risks. At you age, there wasn't a pack of cigarettes you bought that didn't have warnings all over it and well now in the coimmunity at large that smoking causes COPD, lung cancer etc.... Read More
You can try, but you have no leg to stand on. The tobacco cases in the past were based on misepresentation by tbacco companies that snoking was good... Read More
"because my husband told me his first wife tried to intervene with this doctor yrs ago." Beyond the fact that you have no ability to sue a doctor for "alienation of affection" the reason your marriage is on the rocks is more likely that you chose poorly in selecting a husband, as its seems any substance abuse or menthal health problems were long standing.  This is a counseling issue and a family law lawyer issue if you can't get the marriage back on track. ... Read More
"because my husband told me his first wife tried to intervene with this doctor yrs ago." Beyond the fact that you have no ability to sue a doctor for... Read More

Do I have a case?

Answered 5 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
Not likely for several reasons, starting with the expense of an expert to addess this would exceed the money in dispute. You can file a complaint with the medical board and see what they say about the claim this was done for a cash grab, and go from there. Ultrasound is NOT an end all be all to such things as compared to a surgical examination by the physician. ... Read More
Not likely for several reasons, starting with the expense of an expert to addess this would exceed the money in dispute. You can file a complaint... Read More
Probably not since you seem to have been aware of the issue at the time. Not sure why you failed to pursue this during the 2 year SOL period, but unless this is a catastrophic injury case, and I hope its not, you like made a poor choice in waiting so long to address this. You're best bet is to hire a lawyer to address this ASAP so you know one way or another. You may have to spend money out of pocket to get such a review at this point. ... Read More
Probably not since you seem to have been aware of the issue at the time. Not sure why you failed to pursue this during the 2 year SOL period, but... Read More
While not every malpractice claim will grant the plaintiff the right to name the hospital as the defendant, many do. Filing against a legally responsible hospital vs just an individual physician could result in a greater compensation award if the hospital has more resources to pay a settlement or judgment. Our legal team can help injured patients explore their rights to file against public or private hospitals in Florida for medical malpractice. ... Read More
While not every malpractice claim will grant the plaintiff the right to name the hospital as the defendant, many do. Filing against a legally... Read More
The same you did for years or decades in the past to get by. Anything else, like selling off your claim for short term cash you will regret mightilly later. 
The same you did for years or decades in the past to get by. Anything else, like selling off your claim for short term cash you will regret mightilly... Read More
Sorry, but if you are the "boy in the bubble" then you will need to get with your immunologist and make sure that you have access to special dental faciltiies. Cementing a crown is not a medical emergency and you had ample opportunity to locate a dentist that would abide any special needs you might have. There simply is no viable claim for anything based on your getting a "respiratory" disease of unknown etiology or origin. Just because YOU link it to the dental issue does not make it so, and there is no viable damage for two days of being sick.... Read More
Sorry, but if you are the "boy in the bubble" then you will need to get with your immunologist and make sure that you have access to special dental... Read More
Sorry - but this just screams mental health issue and Baker Act detention. People were "drawing pie from your penis?" and you were tortured by the hospital staff? There would need to be some compelling videos of such events to even begin to address this as a legitimate complaint, and that presumes the offenders are stupid enough to torture you knowing they are being recorded. If you truly claim you have such a video, you will need to get with a lawyer see if they agree it shows what you claim it shows. ... Read More
Sorry - but this just screams mental health issue and Baker Act detention. People were "drawing pie from your penis?" and you were tortured by the... Read More

Do i have A medical malpractice from my delivery

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
I am very sorry to hear about the damage to your son. Based upon the information which you have offered, there may be multiple responsible parties potentially involved. The answer to your question can only be obtained through medical expert review of your medical records to determine if and by whom the standard of care was breached and if that breach directly caused your son's developmental delay. A Personal Injury Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your medical records prior to sending them out for review by the appropriate medical experts. Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit  is relatively short given the complexity involved in such cases.... Read More
I am very sorry to hear about the damage to your son. Based upon the information which you have offered, there may be multiple responsible parties... Read More
I am sorry to hear about the ordeal through which you have suffered concerning your thigh. The answer to your question can only be obtained through medical expert review of your medical records to determine if the standard of care was breached and if that breach caused you serious permanent injuries. A Personal Injury Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your medical records prior to sending them out for review by medical experts appropriate for your particular case. Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit  is relatively short given the complexity involved in such cases.... Read More
I am sorry to hear about the ordeal through which you have suffered concerning your thigh. The answer to your question can only be obtained through... Read More
Unfortunately youwill find that the damages are not sufficient to justify a med mal claim over a painful MCL strain. You can that the citizens of Florida for turning on the injury lawyers and forcing a contsitutional amendment for that result and driving most med mal lawyers out of the business or into only taking catastrophic injury cases... Read More
Unfortunately youwill find that the damages are not sufficient to justify a med mal claim over a painful MCL strain. You can that the citizens of... Read More

Do I have a case?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Medical Malpractice
  Dear Erica,   I am sorry to hear about the ordeal through which you have suffered. The answer to your question can only be obtained through a medical expert's review of your medical records to determine if the standard of care was breached and if that breach caused you serious permanent injuries. A Personal Injury Attorney can assist you in exploring these issues by interviewing you in depth and reviewing your medical records prior to sending them out for review by a medical expert appropriate for your case. Consequently, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum. Do not delay, as the Statute of Limitation in general (there are exceptions) for bringing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit can run as early as 2 years from the date of the medical error(s).  ... Read More
  Dear Erica,   I am sorry to hear about the ordeal through which you have suffered. The answer to your question can only be obtained... Read More