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Important Change to Wrongful Death Act Cases

In this underlying products liability case, a woman married a Navy veteran after he contracted mesothelioma but shortly before he passed away from the illness. The widow then sought damages…

17 May

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10 of the Largest Malpractice Verdicts in Florida History

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These cases highlight the significant impact of medical malpractice and the importance of accountability in the healthcare profession. Please note that this information is based on available online resources and…

17 May

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New Law in Florida: Mandatory Malpractice Insurance for Physicians Performing Brazilian Butt Lifts

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Background Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs) are a type of cosmetic surgery that involves transferring fat from one part of the body to the buttocks. This procedure has become increasingly popular,…

17 May

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Compensation for Birth Injuries Under the Florida NICA Program

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The Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Plan (NICA) is a state program established to provide compensation and care for children who sustain certain birth-related neurological injuries. Here are some key points about…

13 May

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$12 Million FTCA Medical Malpractice Recovery in South Florida

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Attorneys Scott McMillen and Richard “Bo” Sharp obtained a medical malpractice settlement of $12 Million in an Obstetrical malpractice case against the United States Government under the Federal Tort Claims…

07 May

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Eight Hospitals in Florida Involved in Bankruptcy

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Steward Health Care, which runs 31 hospitals in the US, including eight in Florida, has filed for bankruptcy. The company says its hospitals will stay open and work as usual…

13 February

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Name Change for McMillen Law Firm

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McMillen Law Firm, a Professional Association is pleased to announce that effective February 13, 2024, it has changed its name to Scott McMillen Malpractice Specialist, P.A. The new name reflects…

15 March

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Appeals court affirms judgment for defendant nursing facility

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Appeals court affirms judgment for defendant nursing facility on grounds that opinions of plaintiff’s expert witness were unsupported by evidence. A long-term nursing facility patient was transferred to a hospital…

09 March

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Appeals court upholds count against hospital

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Appeals court upholds count against hospital for failing to ensure non-employee doctor used its surgical robot safely, causing patient’s death. Many hospitals hire doctors as “independent contractors” rather than ordinary…

Important Change to Wrongful Death Act Cases

10 of the Largest Malpractice Verdicts in Florida History

New Law in Florida: Mandatory Malpractice Insurance for Physicians Performing Brazilian Butt Lifts

Compensation for Birth Injuries Under the Florida NICA Program

$12 Million FTCA Medical Malpractice Recovery in South Florida

Eight Hospitals in Florida Involved in Bankruptcy

Name Change for McMillen Law Firm

Appeals court affirms judgment for defendant nursing facility

Appeals court upholds count against hospital

$10.35 Million dollar settlement for a blind and partially paralyzed man

$12 Million FTCA Medical Malpractice Recovery in South Florida

$5 million given by Trulieve to support recreational marijuana in FL

$7.9 million dollar medical malpractice verdict for 77-year-old stroke victim

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