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answered on Sep 8, 2020
You sue both the doctor and his practice. His practice, as his employer, is also negligent for the doctor's negligence.
can sue and me, her husband can’t individually bring a case to court.
Is this true? I reside in the state of Florida...thank you so much for anything you can offer me.
answered on Feb 19, 2019
That's accurate. The estate is the entity that must bring the lawsuit. However, as surviving husband, you would most likely be the personal representative of the estate, and thus you would control things. Also, as the surviving spouse, you, through the estate, would have a claim for the... View More 
answered on Jan 8, 2019
Florida has a "Three Strikes" rule, but to get a "strike," the doctor has to lose a malpractice trial and get a judgment against him. Claims don't count unless they go all the way to trial and the doctor loses. Settlements don't count either. Settlements have to be... View More
Medical negligence lawsuit do I get a attorney in crestview or Orlando
answered on Jan 8, 2019
Your best bet is to get a lawyer in Orlando, since that's where the malpractice occurred and that's where any lawsuit would have to be filed.
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