Florida Medical Malpractice attorney Ted Babbit wrote an article for The Palm Beach Post explaining common examples of medical malpractice cases. There are more than 250,000 deaths related to medical errors annually in the U.S. The consequences range from minor discomfort to permanent injuries or death. Common examples include: Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis Surgical and … Read More
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Medical Malpractice Lawsuit – Advice for Doctors
In an article for The Ledger, Ted Babbitt, Babbitt & Johnson senior partner and award-winning Florida personal injury attorney, offers advice to doctors who find themselves in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The close bond between patient and doctor has been diminished or disappeared with the advent of urbanization and specialization. In some specialties, only sporadic … Read More
Medical Error is the Third Highest Cause of Death in the U.S.
An article published by Johns Hopkins Medicine described how our country’s data collection does not properly account for deaths caused by medical error and new research shows that medical error is the highest cause of death after cancer. The article states that in 1949 the U.S. “adopted an international form that used International Classification of Diseases … Read More
Ted Babbitt on CBS 12 News About the Accountable Care Organization
CBS12 Investigates did a story highlighting a group of doctors in Palm Beach County that is getting tens of millions of dollars a year. In their article titled Critics question doctors making millions for ‘denying’ healthcare, they explain saying, “Critics call it an unintended consequence of the Affordable Care Act.” The program, called the Accountable Care Organization (also … Read More
Majority of Medical Malpractice Claims are Due to Diagnostic Errors
According to a Johns Hopkins study, in the last 25 years diagnostic errors – not surgical mistakes or medication overdoses – accounted for the largest number of medical malpractice claims in the U.S. A misdiagnosis can be scary and costly with patients receiving health care, surgery, and/or medications that are not medically necessary. How does … Read More
Babbitt & Johnson Accepting Talcum Powder/Ovarian Cancer Cases
Multiple studies that have been done in the past suggest a link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer. Babbitt & Johnson PA is helping women who have been affected with their health due to the usage of talcum powder. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer after using talcum powder, … Read More
Florida Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare worker such as a doctor, nurse or technician fails to administer the accepted medical care necessary to properly care for a patient. These mistakes can and do change lives. When this happens, victims of medical malpractice and their families can seek redress and accountability through the legal system for … Read More
Florida Personal Injury Attorneys Answer: Can I Sue a Doctor?
A patient may bring a medical malpractice lawsuit against a doctor, healthcare provider or a hospital if they can prove the parties failed to perform their duties competently and with a reasonable standard of care. Medical mistakes can cause new or aggravated injuries that result in permanent damage, and sometimes in death. According to an … Read More
Virtuous in Medical Malpractice Law
This year marks the 48th year Babbitt & Johnson, P.A. has been in business, fighting to get the justice our Florida individuals deserve. Our dedication has earned us the respect of other admired legal professionals in the field, has gotten us nationwide media coverage, and has earned us the recognition of being named some of … Read More
Theodore Babbitt Selected for Inclusion in Best Lawyers in America
Ted Babbitt was selected for inclusion in the 21st Edition of Best Lawyers in America© Lawyer for his work in the following practice areas: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs Ted Babbitt does not shy away from a challenge. Many may not know … Read More