Valrico, FL asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Health Care Law for Florida

Q: I was a patient at South bay medical and found out they closed but the treatment never worked 17 times $4500.00 what can

I do about this I'm paying for something that did not help and there was several others the same thing

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Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Freeeport, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Medical treatment is not guaranteed to work. You would need evidence of negligence in order to have a viable case.

James L. Arrasmith
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA

A: If you received treatment at South Bay Medical that was ineffective, and you've incurred significant expenses, there are a few steps you can take. First, gather all relevant documentation related to your treatment, including any contracts, receipts, and records of your visits and the treatments received. This will be important for any future actions you may take.

Since the medical center has closed, check if they were part of a larger network or organization that might still be operating. If so, contact them to discuss your situation and seek a resolution. They may have policies or procedures in place for handling such cases.

If you're still making payments for the treatment, you might want to consult with a legal professional to discuss your options. Depending on the circumstances, you might have grounds to dispute the charges, especially if the services were not as promised or if there was a breach of contract.

Consider also reaching out to consumer protection agencies in Florida. They can provide guidance and may be able to assist in resolving the issue, especially if there are others who have faced similar situations with the same medical provider.

Remember, it's important to act promptly and keep detailed records of all communications and documents related to this matter. A legal professional can provide specific advice tailored to your situation and help you understand your rights and options.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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  • Little Neck, NY

A: You could reach out to discuss in detail with attorneys, but it is a general premise that treatments sometimes work and sometimes don't. That is not legally actionable, in and of itself, unless there are additional meaningful details. Good luck

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