Medical Malpractice

Pensacola Medical Malpractice Lawyer

In Florida, there is a two year statute of limitations on medical malpractice claims. This means that a claim must be brought within two years of the time the act of negligence occurred, or when the negligence was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered. Additionally, an opinion regarding the validity of the claim will need to be formed by a health care provider in the field in which the alleged negligence occurred. Medical malpractice claims can be a frustrating and complex legal issue for people who have been injured or who have lost a loved one. Fortunately, at the law office of Dan Stewart, Attorney at Law, we are experienced at addressing these issues and finding effective resolutions on behalf of our injured clients.

Did you or someone you care about sustain an injury because of medical malpractice? Since 1981, attorney Dan Stewart has fought for the rights of those injured by physician, surgeon, nursing and hospital negligence. Now he can fight for you. Contact our firm today to arrange your free consultation. Read more about personal injury and get answers to some frequently asked questions.

A range of medical malpractice issues

Doctors are required to follow a specific standard of care. When a doctor does not follow the standard of care and the result is injury or death, a medical malpractice claim may be brought. Our firm provides experienced legal representation to injured patients and their families in cases that include the following:

• Birth injuries - A birth injury is an injury that occurs before, during or immediately following labor and delivery. A birth injury can result in brain damage to the newborn and can tragically lead to a lifetime of physical and cognitive complications.
• Surgical errors - Surgical errors can occur in virtually all types of surgery, including orthopedic, cardiovascular and laparoscopic surgery.
• Failure to diagnose - When diagnosed in a timely manner, the prognosis for a cancer patient is more likely to be positive, and the more likely an effective course of treatment can be taken. The longer a condition goes undiagnosed, often the less positive the prognosis. Our firm represents people who have been given a late diagnosis of cancer, heart attack, stroke and other conditions.
• Emergency room errors - When a person's concerns are not taken seriously in an emergency situation, the results can be serious and sometimes fatal.

Fatal medical mistakes

Our firm provides compassionate and experienced legal help to people who have lost a loved one because of a doctor's mistake. Please contact us to learn more.