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Medical Malpractice
in Sarasota

    Your Guide to Doctor Errors, Misdiagnosis, and Medical Justice

    Sarasota’s hospitals—like Sarasota Memorial—or clinics promise care, but mistakes happen. A wrong diagnosis, botched surgery, or medication error can leave you worse off, and Florida law offers a path to recovery. As Sarasota’s attorney referral service, we link you with top medical malpractice lawyers who fight for your rights. Learn how—Get referred to a skilled medical malpractice attorney today (#).

    Understanding Medical Malpractice

    Medical malpractice falls under personal injury law, requiring proof a healthcare provider’s negligence caused harm (Florida Statute 766.102). Sarasota’s aging population and medical tourism raise the stakes.

    Common Injuries and Florida Law

    Misdiagnosis

    The Injury

    Missing cancer or a heart issue—like at a local clinic—delays treatment.

    The Law

    Prove the doctor breached standard care and caused harm—expert testimony needed.

    Sarasota Case

    A 2022 misdiagnosis settled for $750K—delay worsened prognosis.
    Surgical Errors

    The Injury

    Wrong-site surgery or left instruments—like at Sarasota Memorial—cause pain or infection.

    The Law

    Negligence claims cover damages; caps at $500K-$1M for pain.

    Stat

    Florida sees hundreds of surgical error cases yearly.
    Medication Mistakes

    The Injury

    Wrong drugs or doses—like in a retiree-heavy area—can kill.

    The Law

    Pharmacy or doctor liability if standard care fails.

    Florida’s Malpractice Rules

    Pre-Suit

    90-day notice and expert affidavit required.

    Time Limit

     2 years, extendable to 4 with discovery (Florida Statute 95.11).

    Caps

     $500K non-economic damages, $1M for catastrophic cases.

    What to Do After Malpractice

    Get Second Opinion

    Confirm harm—new records help.

    Gather Records

    Medical files, bills.

    Call an Attorney

    Strict rules need pros—ours navigate it.

    Mistakes to Avoid

    No records, no lawyer, or missing deadlines.

    Getting Your Recovery

    Our experts (33-40% contingency) win medical, wage, and pain damages. Get Referred Now (#)

    Quick Facts

    Injury Key Rule
    Misdiagnosis Prove delay caused harm.
    Surgery Negligence caps at $500K-$1M.
    Medication Fault unlocks damages.
    Time Limit 2 years, up to 4 with discovery.

    Harmed by Care in Sarasota? We’re Here

    A mistake at a Fruitville Road clinic shouldn’t define you.

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