Florida Stroke Misdiagnosis Lawyer
When it comes to a stroke, minutes matter. The sooner doctors diagnose and treat it, the better the chance of preventing permanent brain damage or even saving a life. Unfortunately, I’ve seen too many cases where those precious minutes were wasted — where a stroke was missed, misdiagnosed, or treated as the wrong type. In my practice, I’ve represented people and families who have suffered devastating consequences because the warning signs were ignored or the right tests weren’t ordered in time.
If you or someone you love experienced a stroke that doctors failed to diagnose promptly or correctly, you may have a medical malpractice claim. I help clients across Florida — including right here in Palm Beach Gardens — hold medical providers accountable and recover the compensation needed to cover medical bills, rehabilitation, lost wages, and future care.
Understanding the Types of Stroke
There are two main types of strokes, and knowing which one a patient is experiencing is critical to treatment:
Ischemic Stroke
This type occurs when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain. Quick diagnosis is crucial because clot-busting medication can dramatically reduce damage — but only if it’s given in time.
Hemorrhagic Stroke
This happens when a weakened blood vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in the brain. Treatment here is completely different from an ischemic stroke — giving clot-busting drugs could make the bleeding worse.
A misdiagnosis not only delays treatment but can also cause the wrong treatment to be given, with catastrophic results.
Who’s at Higher Risk?
Anyone can suffer a stroke, but certain factors increase the risk:
- Smoking
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Age over 50
Here in Palm Beach Gardens and throughout Florida, we have a large senior population, which unfortunately means strokes are all too common — and so are cases of misdiagnosis.
Medical Malpractice vs. Medical Mistake
Not every bad outcome is malpractice. Some strokes can’t be prevented, even with perfect care. The key question is: did the doctor, nurse, or hospital fail to follow the accepted standard of care, and did that failure cause harm?
If a mistake didn’t result in injury, it may not be malpractice. But if a provider’s negligence — such as failing to order a CT scan, ignoring stroke symptoms, or misreading test results — led to more severe brain damage or death, that’s when we step in.
Injured and Have Questions?
Call us or request a case review by our experts.
How I Build a Stroke Misdiagnosis Case
These cases are complex, and proving malpractice in Florida requires more than suspicion — it takes evidence. I work with top medical experts to:
- Review your medical records and timeline of care.
- Identify where the standard of care was violated.
- Show the link between the delay or error and the harm suffered.
- Calculate the full scope of damages — from immediate medical costs to long-term care needs.
FAQ – Stroke Misdiagnosis in Florida
Q: How do I know if my stroke was misdiagnosed?
A: Warning signs include being sent home from the ER with no imaging tests, being told symptoms were “just a migraine” or “vertigo,” or receiving treatment that made your condition worse. I can review your records and consult with medical experts to find out.
Q: What’s the difference between a medical mistake and malpractice?
A: Malpractice happens when a provider fails to follow the standard of care and that failure causes harm. A harmless mistake, while unfortunate, may not meet that standard.
Q: How much time do I have to bring a claim in Florida?
A: Generally, the statute of limitations is two years from when you knew or should have known malpractice occurred — but there are exceptions. The sooner you call, the better.
Q: What damages can I recover?
A: Compensation may cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost income, long-term care, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Q: How much will it cost to hire you?
A: I work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing upfront and only if we recover compensation for you.
How a Palm Beach Gardens Stroke Misdiagnosis Attorney Can Help
It can be difficult to prove malpractice in Florida without an experienced attorney on your side. Palm Beach Gardens stroke misdiagnosis lawyers could gather all the relevant medical records, hire experts, and work tirelessly to determine whether or not your case is an instance of negligence.
If it is determined that you have been a victim of malpractice an attorney could help you bring your case forward and file a lawsuit.
Strokes can be extremely stressful and painful to deal with, it is important that you feel supported and protected during this time. Let a determined misdiagnosis lawyer fight for you.
