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Medical Malpractice Lawyer Florida
Doctors and hospitals must meet a standard of care. When they fail, we hold them accountable for the harm they cause.
Florida Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Medical negligence occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in injury or death to a patient. These cases are among the most complex in personal injury law, requiring deep medical and legal expertise.
Our firm has extensive experience handling medical malpractice cases throughout Florida, including birth injury cases involving HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy), cerebral palsy, and oxygen deprivation at birth. These cases often involve catastrophic, lifelong injuries that require substantial compensation.
We work with leading medical experts — neonatologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and life care planners — to build the strongest possible case on your behalf. Our attorneys understand the medicine, the law, and how to present complex cases to juries.
Types of Medical Negligence Cases
Florida Statute of Limitations
- 2 years from discovery of the injury to file suit
- 4-year absolute repose — no exceptions after 4 years
- Birth injury cases involving minors may have extended deadlines
- Mandatory 90-day pre-suit investigation required before filing
Do not wait — contact us immediately to preserve your rights.
Why These Cases Are Complex
- Require expert medical testimony to establish standard of care
- Mandatory pre-suit investigation and Notice of Intent
- Strict 2-year statute of limitations with 4-year repose
- Well-funded defense by hospitals, insurers, and risk management teams
- Non-economic damage caps struck down — full recovery now available
Have questions about your medical malpractice claim?
Read our Medical Malpractice FAQ →Florida Medical Malpractice Law Explained
Florida has some of the most complex medical malpractice laws in the country. Understanding these rules is critical to protecting your claim.
Statute of Limitations
Florida Statute §95.11(4)(b) gives you 2 years from discovery of the injury. An absolute 4-year statute of repose bars all claims after 4 years from the negligent act, regardless of when you discovered it. Fraud or concealment by the provider may extend this to 7 years.
Pre-Suit Requirements
Under Florida Statute §766.106, before filing suit you must serve a Notice of Intent on all defendants and obtain a corroborating expert opinion. Defendants have 90 days to investigate and respond with a rejection, offer, or admission of liability. This process is mandatory — skipping it can get your case dismissed.
Proving Negligence
You must prove the provider deviated from the accepted standard of care — what a reasonably competent provider in the same specialty would have done. Expert testimony is required. Florida uses a pure comparative fault system, meaning your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
How We Handle Your Medical Malpractice Case
From your first call to final resolution, here is what to expect when Juan Cordero Lawyers takes your case.
Free Case Evaluation
We review your medical records and circumstances at no cost to determine whether negligence occurred and whether you have a viable claim.
Pre-Suit Investigation
Florida law requires a 90-day pre-suit investigation period. We obtain your records, retain medical experts, and issue a Notice of Intent to Initiate Litigation.
Expert Review & Corroboration
A qualified medical expert must corroborate that negligence occurred before a lawsuit can be filed. We work with leading specialists in every relevant field.
Filing & Discovery
We file suit, conduct depositions of treating physicians, and obtain all hospital records, policies, and communications relevant to your case.
Settlement or Trial
Most cases resolve through negotiated settlement. If the defense does not offer fair compensation, we take your case to trial and fight for every dollar you deserve.
Birth Injury & HIE Specialists
We specialize in birth injury cases including HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy), cerebral palsy, and oxygen deprivation at birth. These cases require specialized knowledge and we have the experience to handle them.
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