As nationwide Cauda Equina Syndrome attorneys, we have seen the tragedy that can result when a doctor or other healthcare professional fails to properly diagnose and treat a patient exhibiting symptoms of Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES). Many people suffer from […]

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 hospital emergency rooms, often in locations that are more convenient for the […]

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 instructions. When a pharmacist makes an error in filling a prescription, the […]

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 their patients. Negligence and errors on the part of healthcare professionals can […]

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 of care. When a nursing home fails to provide an adequate level […]

A Routine Medical Procedure A lumbar puncture (also called a spinal tap) is a standard diagnostic procedure that involves inserting a needle into the lumbar area of the spinal canal. A lumbar puncture may be performed to: Collect the cerebrospinal […]

Have you ever considered the importance of an accurate medical diagnosis? Particularly when it comes to spinal injuries, the margin for error is narrow. One such severe spinal condition is Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES). If not identified promptly, the consequences […]

Sciatica and Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) can share similar symptoms. Because CES is a medical emergency, it’s important for doctors to know the Cauda Equina Syndrome red flags to look out for when examining a patient with back pain. Sciatica […]

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 the victim of medical negligence. In most cases, the clock starts ticking […]

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 lawyer as soon as possible. Medical malpractice happens when the negligent actions […]