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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Palmetto Bay, FL
Browse medical malpractice lawyers serving Palmetto Bay, Florida. Contact information and addresses listed below.
3 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Palmetto Bay, FL
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Showing 3 medical malpractice lawyers in Palmetto Bay, FL
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Mausner Group Injury Lawyers
15321 S Dixie Hwy suite 208, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
(786) 981-3226 mginjuryfirm.com
Kutner Personal Injury
15321 S Dixie Hwy # 209, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
(305) 400-9055 kutnerpersonalinjury.com
LMK Legal
7450 SW 172nd St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
(305) 537-6866 lmklegal.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Palmetto Bay help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. Florida law requires a pre-suit investigation and a sworn affidavit from a medical expert before filing a lawsuit. These attorneys handle cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, and medication mistakes.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Palmetto Bay Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in Florida typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or verdict. This percentage usually ranges from 33 percent to 40 percent, depending on the stage of the case. You may also be responsible for costs like expert witness fees and court filing fees, which can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a medical malpractice claim in Palmetto Bay Florida?
In Florida, you generally have two years from the date the injury was discovered or should have been discovered to file a claim. There is a four-year statute of repose from the date of the incident, with limited exceptions for fraud or minors.
Do I need an affidavit from a doctor to sue for medical malpractice in Florida?
Yes. Florida law requires that before filing a lawsuit, your attorney must obtain a sworn affidavit from a qualified medical expert stating that there is reasonable grounds to believe malpractice occurred. This expert must practice in the same or similar specialty as the defendant.
What damages can I recover in a Florida medical malpractice case?
You can recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Florida caps non-economic damages at 500,000 dollars per claimant against a practitioner and 1 million dollars per claimant against a non-practitioner facility.
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