Call Today for a Free Consultation
Doctors, surgeons, nurses, and other medical professionals are entrusted with the most important part of patients’ lives: their health. Whether a patient is being seen for a routine check-up, for the evaluation and treatment of injuries resulting from an accident, or to identify an illness that has been hampering his or her ability to function normally, it is absolutely essential that the highest quality of care be given. Unfortunately, there are tens of thousands of people who suffer further harm each year in America due to mistakes committed by trusted physicians and others involved in the administration of medical care.
If you or your loved one has been the victim of a medical mistake and has experienced adverse health effects as a result, then you may wish to investigate the possibility of pursuing a medical malpractice claim. A successful lawsuit can gain you the resources needed for present and future care and may also help you obtain financial compensation for other relevant damages. Contact the Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice lawyers of Salpeter Gitkin, LLP at (954) 467-8622 today for more information.
No matter the type of medical negligence you endured, you have the right to secure compensation for your injuries, but it is vital that you act fast. You must file a claim for medical malpractice within the statute of limitations. Failure to do so results in you forfeiting your right to recover damages related to the instance.
Medical malpractice may be a type of personal injury, but Florida law separates the statute of limitations for the two. The statute of limitations in Florida for personal injury claims like slip-and-falls and car accidents is four years. Medical malpractice claims are a bit more complicated.
The statute of limitations in Florida for medical malpractice is two years from the date the malpractice was or should have been discovered. The statute of limitations is extended two years (totaling in four years) when the following occurs:
The faith that we place in our doctors is important, and now that your confidence has been shattered, you may struggle to regain it and your future health could suffer as a result. This is inexcusable and we can help you fight to hold a negligent healthcare professional accountable. Contact the Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice lawyers of Salpeter Gitkin, LLP at (954) 467-8622 today to discuss your potential claim.
“I’ve personally worked with attorney Jim Gitkin. Jim is is an exceptional litigator and a valuable asset in any legal situation. Without hesitation, I always recommend Jim’s firm in South Florida.”
“You never want to NEED an attorney; however, if and when you do, I HIGHLY recommend Salpeter Gitkin. James Gitkin was excellent in representing my interests and treated me with the utmost care, dignity and respect. I have had the unfortunate need to be represented upon two different occasions and I received the same wonderful treatment and results each time. Do yourself a favor and call them right away if you need help.”
“James Gitkin handled our case and we received the maximum recovery possible. This law firm cares about your case and they care about you as a person. They will fight for you and they were wonderful at keeping us well-informed. They are a great team of professionals. Our experience with them was outstanding and we could not be more thrilled with the results.”