Deaths resulting from medical errors are far more common than they should be. This includes deaths resulting from diagnostic errors, surgical errors, medication errors, and a wide range of preventable mistakes. If you have lost a loved one and you
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The Searcy Law Blog, published by Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley PA, focuses on legal issues related to personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and product liability. It covers topics such as accidents involving defective products like ethanol fire pits, medical negligence cases including fatal errors in pediatric care, and guidance on filing personal injury and wrongful death claims in Florida. The blog also discusses the financial and non-financial impacts of disabling injuries, emphasizing the importance of legal representation to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
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Disabling Injuries: Understanding the Costs and When You Can (and Should) Seek Just Compensation
By Searcy Law
Suffering a disabling injury in an accident is a life-altering experience. Regardless of how well you are able to cope, you will face consequences in many—if not all—aspects of your day-to-day life. In this scenario, it is important to make…
What Qualifies as a “Significant” or “Permanent” Injury from a Car Accident in Florida?
By Searcy Law
In Florida, filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company after a car accident generally requires proof that you suffered a “significant” or “permanent” injury in the crash. If none of your injuries qualify as significant or permanent, then…
Truck Accidents Involving Spills and Lost Loads: What Victims and Families in Florida Need to Know
By Searcy Law
While truck accidents can have a variety of different causes, some of the most dangerous truck accidents are those caused by spills and lost loads. In many cases, these accidents happen suddenly and at high speeds—and they pose serious risks…
Why You Should Always Talk to an Attorney After an Auto Accident in Florida
By Searcy Law
If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, making informed decisions will be critical for protecting your legal rights. This includes making an informed decision about whether to talk to an attorney. If you have an accident claim, do you…
Personal Injury Claims Involving Child Injuries: What Parents in Florida Need to Know
By Searcy Law
If your child has been injured in an accident in Florida, you may be able to take legal action on your child’s behalf. Florida law allows parents to file personal injury claims on behalf of their children; and, if you…
$70.8 Million Verdict Secured for Woman Left Blind and Hemiplegic After Tampa General Hospital Emergency Department Negligence
By Searcy Law
TAMPA, FL – A Hillsborough County jury awarded $70,832,502 to 42-year-old Chiaka Stewart, who suffered catastrophic and permanent injuries after medical providers at Tampa General Hospital’s Brandon Healthplex Emergency Department failed to diagnose and treat a life-threatening condition in a…
Why Was My Prescription Drug Recalled?
By Searcy Law
If you are taking (or have recently taken) a prescription drug that is now subject to a recall, there are several important facts you need to know. One of these facts is why your prescription was recalled. Pharmaceutical companies issue…
Are You Eligible to Join a Pending Dangerous Drug Lawsuit?
By Searcy Law
While the drugs we take are supposed to help us, sometimes they do more harm than good. If you have been harmed by a dangerous drug, you may be able to hire a lawyer to help you hold the pharmaceutical…
What Types of Injuries Qualify for Compensation After an Accident in Florida?
By Searcy Law
If you have been injured in an accident, you need to make an informed decision about whether to pursue legal action. All types of injuries can lead to financial and non-financial costs; and, if you have grounds to pursue legal…