Sarasota Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Representing Victims of Medical Negligence in Florida

When you go to the doctor, you expect to feel better. When you go to the hospital, you expect to get well. You trust your healthcare providers to take care of you and do what is necessary to improve your health, but far too often, medical professionals make mistakes.

If you or someone you love suffered harm because of medical malpractice, you may have a claim for compensation. Our Sarasota medical malpractice attorneys at Burnetti, P.A. can help you understand your legal options and determine the best way to move forward.

At Burnetti, P.A., we have won millions for victims of medical negligence in Florida, including:

• $2.8 million verdict: Brain injury and paralysis caused by medical malpractice
• $1 million settlement: Severe injuries resulting from medical malpractice
• $625,000 settlement: Injuries resulting from medical malpractice
• $400,000 settlement: Wrongful death resulting from medical malpractice
• $365,000 settlement: Child injuries resulting from medical malpractice

Contact Burnetti, P.A. online or call (941) 366-2838 for a free consultation with our medical malpractice attorneys in Sarasota.

Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Medical malpractice cases are complex and difficult to prove. Doctors, hospitals, and their insurance providers are prepared to fight these claims and will do everything they can to avoid liability. You need an experienced medical malpractice lawyer on your side to help you navigate the legal process and fight for the full, fair recovery you are owed.

At Burnetti, P.A., our Sarasota medical malpractice lawyers have the experience, resources, and skills to help you fight for justice. We have been representing victims of medical malpractice for over 25 years and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients.

We know the law, and we know how to win.

Do I Have a Case?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence causes a patient to suffer harm. Not all mistakes made by doctors and other medical professionals rise to the level of medical malpractice. To have a valid medical malpractice claim, you must be able to prove that the healthcare provider’s negligence caused your injuries and damages.

There are four elements of a medical malpractice claim in Florida:

• The healthcare provider owed you a duty of care
• The healthcare provider breached the duty of care
• The breach of the duty of care caused your injuries
• You suffered damages as a result of your injuries

Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle

At Burnetti, P.A., we represent victims of medical malpractice in all types of cases. Our attorneys have extensive experience and a proven track record of success in handling these complex claims. We know the law, and we know how to help you fight for the full, fair recovery you are owed.

Our firm represents victims of:

• Birth injuries
• Misdiagnosis
• Medication errors
• Surgical errors
• Failure to diagnose
• Failure to treat
• Anesthesia errors
• Emergency room errors
• Radiology errors
• Hospital negligence
• And more

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?

In Florida, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is two years from the date of the injury or two years from the date the injury was discovered or should have been discovered, but no more than four years from the date of the injury.

If you do not file your medical malpractice lawsuit within the applicable statute of limitations, you will be barred from recovering compensation. Don't wait to contact an attorney if you think you have a case.

Is There a Cap on Medical Malpractice Damages in Florida?

As of March 2023, Florida law places a cap on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases. Non-economic damages are those that are not easily quantifiable, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

In most cases, non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases are limited to $500,000.

There is no cap on economic damages in medical malpractice cases in Florida. Economic damages are those that are easily quantifiable, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and lost earning capacity. As such, you can recover 100% of your economic damages in a medical malpractice lawsuit.

Call Burnetti, P.A. to Get Started

When you hire our medical malpractice attorneys at Burnetti, P.A., we will conduct a thorough investigation of your case. We will review your medical records, consult with medical experts, and gather all available evidence of the healthcare provider’s negligence and your injuries.

We will calculate the full extent of your damages and aggressively negotiate with the insurance company for a fair settlement. If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are not afraid to take your case to court and fight for a favorable verdict.

Call (941) 366-2838 today for a free, confidential consultation with our medical malpractice lawyers in Sarasota.