Medical Malpractice Lawyer Serving West Palm Beach, Florida
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Healthcare providers have a duty to treat patients with professionalism, precision, and care. But when a doctor, nurse, or hospital fails to meet that standard, the results can be devastating. From surgical mistakes to misdiagnoses, medical malpractice can cause serious injury, long-term health issues, or even death.
If you or a loved one was harmed due to a medical error in West Palm Beach, The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo, P.A. is here for you. We represent patients and families across Palm Beach County who are dealing with the consequences of medical negligence. No one deserves to suffer because of a healthcare provider’s mistake. Our goal is to hold negligent medical professionals accountable and help you recover the compensation you’re owed. When you’re ready, we’re ready.
What qualifies as medical malpractice?
Not every medical complication is grounds for a lawsuit. However, when a healthcare provider’s actions fall below the accepted standard of care, and that failure causes harm, it may be considered malpractice. Common examples of medical malpractice include:
- Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis of a serious condition
- Mistakes during surgery or anesthesia
- Incorrect prescriptions or medication errors
- Poor post-treatment monitoring or care
- Delayed treatment that leads to complications
If another provider had acted differently in the same situation, there may be grounds for a claim.
Key elements of a medical malpractice case
Medical malpractice claims hinge on four main components:
- Duty of care: The healthcare provider had a responsibility to treat you according to accepted medical standards.
- Breach of duty: They failed to uphold that standard through a negligent act or omission.
- Causation: Their breach directly caused or contributed to your injury.
- Damages: You suffered actual harm, such as physical pain, emotional trauma, additional medical costs, or lost income.
These cases often require expert witnesses to verify that negligence occurred. An experienced West Palm Beach medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine if you have a solid case on your hands.
Florida medical malpractice cases also require a presuit investigation and formal notice of intent to sue before a lawsuit can be filed, as outlined in state law.
Who may be liable in a malpractice lawsuit?
Depending on the circumstances, multiple at-fault parties could be held accountable, including:
- Doctors and surgeons
- Nurses and physician assistants
- Hospitals, urgent care clinics, or surgical centers
- Pharmacists
Liability may go beyond the individual who made the mistake to the institution responsible for oversight, hiring, or policy enforcement. Our law firm investigates thoroughly to hold all responsible parties accountable for their actions.
What compensation can I recover for medical malpractice?
Victims of medical malpractice may be entitled to financial compensation for:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and reduced earning ability
- Pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional anguish
- Permanent disability or loss of quality of life
- Funeral expenses and wrongful death damages in fatal cases
We work with medical experts and financial professionals to calculate the full impact of your injury now and in the future.
How long do I have to file a malpractice claim in Florida?
Florida law generally allows two years from the date the injury was discovered (or should have been discovered) to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. There are exceptions in some cases, but missing this deadline could prohibit you from recovering compensation.
In addition to the two-year statute of limitations, Florida law generally sets a four-year deadline from the date of the malpractice (seven years if fraud, concealment, or misrepresentation is involved), with special rules allowing claims for a minor child up until their eighth birthday.
If you believe a medical error caused you harm, don’t wait. Speak with a medical malpractice lawyer as soon as possible to learn more about your options and to protect your legal rights.
West Palm Beach medical malpractice lawyer fighting for you
At The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo, P.A., we understand how traumatic and confusing it can be to suffer harm at the hands of a trusted medical professional. We’re here to make the process easier. Our firm has handled complex medical malpractice cases throughout West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, and we’re ready to do the same for you.
With us by your side, you get a law firm that’s responsive, thorough, and focused on delivering results. We’ll explain your options clearly, handle all the legal details professionally, and fight to get you the compensation you rightfully deserve.
Call today or contact us online for a free consultation. There’s no fee unless we win your case.