Tampa Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Wrongful Death Attorneys Serving Florida
Every day, thousands upon thousands of patients place their lives in the hands of their doctors. We rely upon these professionals to provide a standard level of care and to be careful as they treat us, prescribe medicine or make a diagnosis of our conditions. When a doctor, nurse, surgeon or medical care facility breaches this trust, it may result in serious injury or even death to a patient.
If you have lost a family member because of medical malpractice or any form of negligent conduct on the part of a professional in the field of medicine, contact Smith & Stallworth today. Our attorneys provide compassionate legal service and aggressive representation to families of medical malpractice victims throughout Tampa. During a free initial consultation, an attorney can evaluate your particular legal matter to determine whether you have a wrongful death claim to be brought against the medical professional responsible for your loss.
Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death in Tampa, FL
It is estimated that over 225,000 people die from medical malpractice in the U.S. every year. Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other medical professional is negligent in his or her diagnosis, treatment or care of a patient. This may occur during a surgery, in the administration or prescription of medicine, during an emergency room visit or in post-operative care. Common forms of medical malpractice that may lead to a wrongful death include: medication errors, birth injury, surgical malpractice, emergency room errors, plastic surgery malpractice, and anesthesia malpractice.
Nothing can replace a lost loved one, and facing medical expenses and the necessary various financial and legal arrangements can make this situation even worse. Let a lawyer at Smith & Stallworth handle all legal aspects of your matter so you can focus on your loved one's memory.
Contact our firm today for your free consultation with an experienced Tampa medical malpractice attorney. |