Is It Too Late to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Florida?
Date of Injury vs. Date of Discovery Rule: What Actually Starts the Clock If you’re wondering whether it’s too late to file a medical malpractice claim in Florida,…
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Medicare and Medicaid Liens After a Florida Malpractice Settlement: What You Need to Know
Winning a medical malpractice settlement in Florida is a significant milestone, but for many clients, it isn’t the end of the financial story. If Medicare or Medicaid paid…
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Cauda Equina Syndrome Treatment: What the Current Evidence Says
A Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) diagnosis is one of the most frightening things a patient can hear. The condition moves fast, the stakes are permanent, and the decisions…
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Common Misdiagnoses of Cauda Equina Syndrome — and Why They Happen
When a patient arrives at an emergency room or a physician’s office with severe lower back pain, leg symptoms, and new bladder changes, the correct diagnosis is not…
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Foot Drop and Cauda Equina Syndrome: What You Need to Know
Foot drop is the inability to lift the front of the foot when walking, causing it to drag or slap against the ground, and it is a symptom…
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Suing an Uninsured Doctor for Medical Malpractice in Florida
Most people assume that when they are harmed by a negligent doctor, the doctor’s malpractice insurance will automatically cover their losses. In the vast majority of cases, that…
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Florida’s Medical Malpractice Damages Cap: What the Courts Decided and What It Means for You
For more than a decade, Florida imposed strict caps on the amount of money that medical malpractice victims could recover for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of…
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Cauda Equina Syndrome and Depression: Understanding the Psychological Impact
Living with Cauda Equina Syndrome changes everything. The physical symptoms alone — chronic pain, bladder and bowel dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, leg weakness — demand enormous adaptation. But for…
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How to Prove a CES Delayed Diagnosis Malpractice Claim in Florida
If you developed permanent neurological damage because your Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) was not diagnosed or treated in time, you are dealing with two separate but connected realities….
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A New Chapter of Advocacy: Lisa S. Levine, P.A. is Now Levine & Levine Attorneys, P.A.
For more than 40 years, the law firm of Lisa S. Levine, P.A. has been a powerful, unwavering voice for individuals and families across Florida who have been…
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Why Getting Copies of Your Medical Records Is Critical in a Florida Malpractice Case
When someone is harmed by a medical error in Florida, the road to justice runs directly through one thing: documentation. Medical records are the backbone of every malpractice…
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How Cauda Equina Syndrome Is Diagnosed — And Where Doctors Go Wrong
Every day in emergency rooms and urgent care centers across Florida, patients arrive with lower back pain, leg weakness, or new bladder symptoms — and the way their…
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Living With Cauda Equina Syndrome: Practical Tips for Managing Daily Life
If you are living with Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), you already know that the condition demands far more of you than most people could ever imagine. The physical…
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Partial vs. Complete Cauda Equina Syndrome: Why Early Diagnosis Is Everything
When a patient develops Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), the difference between a meaningful recovery and permanent disability often comes down to a single clinical decision — whether a…
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Cauda Equina Syndrome After a Lumbar Puncture: What Patients Need to Know
A lumbar puncture — commonly called a spinal tap — is one of the most frequently performed diagnostic procedures in medicine. Doctors use it to collect cerebrospinal fluid,…
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Was Your Breast Cancer Missed or Diagnosed Too Late in Florida?
You found a lump. You went to your doctor. You had a mammogram. And you were told everything was fine — don’t worry, it’s benign, come back next…
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What Medical Malpractice Compensation Can You Recover in Florida?
Every day in Florida, people visit a doctor, dentist, or other medical practitioner trusting they’ll receive competent care — only to become victims of medical negligence. Medical errors…
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When Does Misdiagnosis Qualify as Medical Malpractice in Florida?
You trusted your doctor to figure out what was wrong. Instead, they missed a critical diagnosis, gave you the wrong diagnosis, or delayed discovering your real condition for…
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What Factors Affect Cauda Equina Syndrome Compensation Amounts?
After receiving a devastating diagnosis of Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) caused by medical negligence, one of the most important questions victims and their families ask is: “What is…
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Do You Need an Autopsy for a Wrongful Death Case in Florida?
After the sudden and heartbreaking loss of a loved one due to a potential accident or medical error, families face overwhelming grief and countless difficult decisions. One question…
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Acute vs. Gradual Onset Cauda Equina Syndrome: Recognizing the Critical Differences
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a neurological emergency that requires immediate medical attention to prevent permanent paralysis and loss of function. However, not all cases present in the…
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How to Know If You Have a Lingual Nerve Injury: Key Symptoms to Watch For
That persistent numbness, tingling or strange taste in your tongue after a dental procedure is not something to ignore. While some temporary altered sensation can occur, lasting symptoms…
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7 Common Insurance Adjuster Tactics Designed to Devalue Your Car Accident Claim
After a car accident, you will likely receive a call from the at-fault driver’s insurance adjuster. They may seem friendly and concerned, but it is crucial to remember…
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When Does a Cancer Misdiagnosis Qualify as Medical Malpractice in Florida?
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. Discovering that the diagnosis was delayed, or that symptoms were missed for months or years, adds an entirely new layer…
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Sciatica vs. Cauda Equina Syndrome: Recognizing the “Red Flag” Symptoms That Signal an Emergency
Millions of people suffer from sciatica — nerve pain that radiates down the leg. In most cases, it is a painful but manageable condition. However, in rare instances,…
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When Insurance Companies Use Document Details to Deny Your Car Accident Claim, Use Them to Fight Back
This blog is the second in our three-part series examining the strategies insurance adjusters employ to reduce the value of claims. The aftermath of a car accident can…
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Comparative Negligence and Car Accident Claims in Florida
What is comparative negligence? And how does it affect the amount of compensation you can collect after an automobile accident in Florida? If you’ve been injured in an…
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Can I File a Medical Malpractice Suit Against an Urgent Care Center or Freestanding ER in Florida?
Standalone/freestanding emergency rooms and urgent care centers are popping up all over Florida. They provide a wide range of medical services without the long waits typically associated with…
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Misdiagnosis Due to a Laboratory Test Error
When a medical testing lab makes a mistake while analyzing a sample obtained from a patient with a potentially dangerous, if not fatal, condition, the results can be…
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Settling Multi-Defendant Medical Malpractice Cases in Fort Lauderdale
In Florida, medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other medical professional negligently injures a patient while treating them. The injured person is often entitled to recover damages…
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Protecting Patients & Doctors: Informed Consent and Medical Malpractice
Have you become injured and unable to work due to the unanticipated results of a medical procedure or treatment? Making a decision to undergo any procedure — elective…
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What’s the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Lawsuits in Florida?
The statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Florida is the law that spells out how long a patient has to file a lawsuit if they have been…
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What Is Vicarious Liability In A Medical Malpractice Case In Florida?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional provides a patient with a quality of care that falls below an acceptable standard, and the patient is injured as a…
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Traffic Accident Advice from a Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyer
As any experienced Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer knows, traffic accidents happen all the time. The worst traffic accidents of the day are often the stuff of evening…
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Social Media And Personal Injury Claims in Florida
For many of us, posting on social media sites is a part of daily life. We overload on personal information that often seems completely innocent to share. In…
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Is It Cauda Equina Syndrome, Arachnoiditis, or Both? Understanding These Debilitating Spinal Conditions
When you’re experiencing severe lower back pain and strange neurological symptoms, getting a fast and accurate diagnosis is critical. Two serious but often misunderstood spinal conditions, Cauda Equina Syndrome…
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Seeking Compensation For Lingual Nerve Damage After A Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Medical malpractice occurs when the negligent actions (or inactions) of a healthcare provider result in injury to a patient. Medical malpractice can happen anyplace professional healthcare is provided,…
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How Much Lingual Nerve Damage Compensation Can I Recover in a Dental Malpractice Claim?
Lingual nerve damage can cause immense suffering that drastically affects your quality of life. If you’ve suffered such an injury as a result of dental negligence, you may…
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Living with Lingual Nerve Damage
If you’re reading this, chances are you understand all too well the complexities and challenges of living with lingual nerve damage. It’s a journey that often goes unnoticed…
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What Role do Expert Witnesses Play in Fort Lauderdale Medical Malpractice Cases?
Medical malpractice occurs when a patient is injured as a result of negligence on the part of a doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional. Under Florida law, a…
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Maximize Your Car Accident Claim: How to Fight Back Against Insurance Company Tactics
This is the final blog in our three-part series on the tactics insurance adjusters use to challenge insurance claims. Winning a fair settlement after a car accident can…
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Lisa Levine Accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates
Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice lawyer Lisa Levine is proud to announce that she has been accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). About ABOTA The American…
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What Should Parents Know About Shoulder Dystocia Brachial Plexus Injury?
The brachial plexus is a group of nerves that send signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Each year in the United States, brachial plexus…
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Lawsuits Against Doctors: Does Your Provider Have a History of Malpractice?
In the realm of healthcare, the trust we place in our medical providers is paramount. We rely on their expertise and judgment for our most critical health decisions….
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Some Diseases Are More Commonly Misdiagnosed Than Others
You trust your physician with your life. You depend on them to arrive at a timely, accurate diagnosis of any potentially serious health problem you may have. So…
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Understanding Comparative Negligence in Florida Medical Malpractice Claims
In Florida, medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other healthcare provider is negligent in delivering a basic level of care to a patient, and the patient comes…
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How Hard Is It to Win a Malpractice Lawsuit in Florida?
Navigating the aftermath of a medical procedure that didn’t go as expected can be an overwhelming and distressing experience. For many, the notion of medical malpractice brings up…
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Understanding Telehealth Malpractice Claims in Florida: Know Your Rights and How We Can Assist
The use of telehealth, while not a new concept in medical care, was dramatically accelerated by technological advancements and the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This virtual…
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How Can You Improve Your Chances of a Successful Car Accident Claim?
When you find yourself involved in a car accident, it can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. In addition to physical injuries and emotional trauma, you may also…
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Tips for Protecting Yourself Against Injuries From Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is a big problem in Florida. It can occur at any stage of the health care process. Do you know how to protect yourself against medication…
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How Much Compensation Can I Recover in a Fort Lauderdale Car Accident?
Have you been injured in a Fort Lauderdale car accident that’s left you unable to work and stuck with ongoing medical expenses? You’ve probably seen commercials on television…
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Do I Need a Police Report After an Auto Accident in Fort Lauderdale?
The first thing to do immediately following a Fort Lauderdale auto accident is to check on the condition of everyone involved, including yourself. Next, contact the police and…
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Lung Cancer Misdiagnosis: How Often Do They Occur?
Early diagnosis is critical to successfully treating a number of serious diseases, such as lung cancer. The sooner treatment begins, the better the patient’s chances of recovery. For…
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Common Dental Treatments That Can Cause Lingual Nerve Damage
There’s no such thing as a risk free dental procedure. At the law offices of Fort Lauderdale dental malpractice attorney Lisa Levine, we’ve represented many clients who have…
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7 Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Fort Lauderdale
When you’ve been injured in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, the law gives you the right to seek damages for the losses caused…
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Can Bedsores Be A Sign Of Nursing Home Abuse?
Families want their elderly loved ones to have only the best care possible at the nursing home or other senior care facilities where they reside. Ensuring the quality…
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12 Things You Should Know About Medical Malpractice in Florida
Medical malpractice is a complicated area of personal injury law. At the law offices of Lisa Levine, we encounter many clients who are unfamiliar with what exactly medical…
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Know the Signs to Act in Time: National Stroke Awareness Month
As a leading Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney, Lisa Levine has represented many clients who have had their lives changed forever as a result of a medical error…
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Hospital Falls: Who Can Be Held Liable?
When a patient is injured by a fall in an emergency room, doctor’s office or hospital, who can be held liable? Before you can answer that question, you…
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A Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis Can Endanger a Woman’s Health
In developed countries like the United States, cervical cancer is a highly preventable disease. When detected in its earliest stages, cervical cancer can be effectively treated and has…
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How Much Does It Cost an Attorney to File and Try a Tampa Medical Malpractice Case?
As a leading Tampa medical malpractice attorney who has been successfully representing clients in a wide range medical negligence cases for over 20 years, one of the questions Lisa…
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Prescription Medication Errors in Florida Nursing Homes
Many residents of Florida nursing homes must take some form of prescribed medication to maintain their health, manage symptoms of a condition and alleviate discomfort. It’s the responsibly…
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Negligent Prescription Errors and Pharmacist Medical Malpractice in Florida
When a patient picks up a prescription medication from a pharmacy, they have a right to expect that the prescription has been filled correctly, according to their physician’s…
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Filing a Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida
Doctors and other healthcare professionals owe their patients a certain quality of care. Medical malpractice happens when healthcare professionals fail in their duty to provide adequate care to…
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Poor Wound Care Can Be a Sign of Fort Lauderdale Nursing Home Negligence
In Florida, nursing home negligence towards residents can take many forms, from psychological abuse to medical malpractice. Under the law, nursing homes owe their residents a certain level…
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Fort Lauderdale Medical Malpractice Cases – Don’t Pick Just Any Lawyer to Represent You
The key to winning a medical malpractice case and getting the maximum amount of compensation for the victim’s damages is hiring a qualified, experienced Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice…
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What’s the Difference Between Nursing Home Abuse and Medical Malpractice Cases?
Pursuing a Florida nursing home abuse case is not the same as pursuing a medical malpractice case. There are many differences between the two, and it would be…
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Are Nursing Homes Liable for Failure to Follow Doctor’s Orders or Refer Patients to Doctors and Hospitals in a Timely Fashion?
To protect the elderly in their most vulnerable stage of life, state and federal regulations protect nursing home residents. Nursing homes are required to provide competent healthcare to…
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Are Doctors With Bad Bedside Manner More Likely To Make Medical Errors?
According to a study published in JAMA Surgery, the behavior of doctors and nurse practitioners is correlated to the frequency of medical errors and malpractice in surgery. According…
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Proving Pediatric Negligence in Florida
Most pediatricians are highly trained and dedicated professionals who only want what’s best for their young patients. However, despite the best intentions, mistakes happen. Injuries or fatalities due…
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What To Do After A Car Accident In Fort Lauderdale
According to the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, there are more than 235,000 car accidents in the state every year. While most of these accidents are minor and…
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