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Patients seeking treatments at NCH Baker Hospital, NCH North Hospital, or elsewhere in Naples expect high-quality care from attending nurses and doctors. A surgical error or misdiagnosis can also cause serious injuries that could be life-altering or even deadly. If you or a loved one was harmed while seeking medical treatment in Florida, you can rely on the support of a Naples medical malpractice lawyer when seeking accountability and compensation.
When Floridians are injured due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful acts, they know to trust Spangenberg Shibley & Liber to deliver the compensation and accountability that they are owed. Our law firm was established in 1946 to represent injured clients and support them in their pursuit of accountability and justice. When you work with our trusted legal team, you gain support from advocates who will always put your interests first.
To date, we have helped the men and women we represent reclaim more than $1 billion* through focused settlements and strategic litigation. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.
Going up against a hospital or medical group can be an intimidating experience, and we can work to add balance to that equation by equipping you with the targeted support of an entire legal team that is focused on making sure that you are financially restored after suffering harm from a negligent healthcare worker.
Naples is home to some of the finest hospitals and physicians in the state. The city is home to advanced physician training through Naples Comprehensive Health, for example, and nearby Florida State University clinical education programs, with a new osteopathic medical school planned to open in the area in 2028.
Across the state, there are more than 62,000 physicians who deliver millions of procedures and patient interactions per year. While the majority of those treatments achieve their goals, negligence on the part of a healthcare worker can cause serious harm to patients. Around 29% of physicians will face a court claim during their careers. There are many potential causes of medical malpractice claims.
For example, around 60,000 people undergo general anesthesia every day, and mistakes when administering or monitoring patients during and after treatments can also cause complications, injuries, or even death.
In mid-2026, a Florida woman was awarded $7 million after a doctor at Baptist Health Care and Acumen Medical Imaging failed to diagnose her advanced-stage breast cancer. She was told that she was cancer-free, only to find out that she had stage 4 cancer months later.
Surgical errors are only one example of how medical negligence can occur. Medication mistakes, delays in treatments, birth injuries, failures to diagnose, inadequate postoperative monitoring, and other forms of medical negligence can all harm patients.
Following a medical malpractice injury, patients may require additional surgeries, extended hospital stays, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical treatment, which can all cause significant personal and work-related setbacks and hardships. When a medical error causes an injury, patients can work with a medical malpractice attorney to hold the negligent healthcare worker accountable for failing to deliver an accepted standard of care.
Not every unfavorable medical outcome provides grounds for a medical malpractice claim. Medical procedures carry inherent risk, and doctors and nurses who deliver an acceptable standard of care are not always liable for complications related to the procedure. If you were harmed due to a misdiagnosis or botched treatment, you should consult with an attorney who has handled these types of claims.
Claimants carry the burden of proof in these cases and must show that the doctor or nurse failed to maintain professional standards of care. A court claim may compare the defendant’s actions with what another healthcare provider would have done in a similar situation.
You may have grounds for a court claim if your injury resulted from a healthcare provider’s negligence rather than an unavoidable medical complication. Examples include surgical errors, medication mistakes, anesthesia errors, delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, or a failure to properly monitor a patient before, during, or after treatment.
If a healthcare provider’s negligence resulted in additional medical expenses, lost income, permanent disability, or other significant losses, you may have the right to seek financial compensation.
Suffering an injury due to medical malpractice can lead to immediate and ongoing hardships. A medical error could require additional surgeries to address the injury. A misdiagnosis for a heart attack or stroke could lead to preventable harm and emotional trauma. Severe cases could lead to a wrongful death. Missed time from work, reduced mobility or earning capacity, and other setbacks can create financial stress that complicates an already difficult situation.
Proving fault can require a careful examination of how the treatment was performed or the diagnosis was given. When compared to what would be an acceptable standard of care, the substandard treatment someone received could provide grounds for a medical malpractice claim seeking compensation for tangible and intangible losses tied to the injury.
A successful medical malpractice claim can address the setbacks someone suffered due to a misdiagnosis or botched treatment. Before someone seeks compensation, they can work with a medical malpractice attorney to carefully document the harm that was caused by a negligent healthcare worker.
A settlement generally can address economic and non-economic damages. Compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, rehabilitation costs, and other financial losses related to the injury are generally classified as economic damages.
A settlement or court verdict may also address pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, and the loss of enjoyment of life. The value of a claim depends on the severity of the injuries, the available evidence, and the long-term impact the negligence has on the patient’s health and financial well-being.
When a case goes to trial, it can result in punitive damages. This type of compensation is not automatic, and the plaintiff must generally show an intent to harm or egregious misconduct. These types of damages are capped by state law and generally may not surpass $500,000.
If you were injured by a negligent doctor or nurse, your top priority should be to hire a medical malpractice lawyer to manage your medical malpractice case. The state’s medical malpractice laws can hold doctors or nurses accountable for causing harm, but only when those claims are backed by compelling evidence.
A Naples medical malpractice attorney can focus on gathering evidence and documenting the harm you endured before pursuing compensation on your behalf. Legal representation can help you avoid missed filing deadlines. The statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is two years, and missing this filing requirement could mean that your case is dismissed.
A: Medical malpractice claims are not easy cases to prove by any means, but a strong claim that is backed by evidence and sound legal arguments can lead to meaningful compensation. Before someone can pursue compensation, they should work with an experienced medical malpractice lawyer to document what happened. The courts expect plaintiffs to show that the nurse or doctor’s treatment did not meet the appropriate standard of care.
A: Because every case is unique and hinges on the facts of the case, there is no readily available “average” medical malpractice settlement figure. Some cases may lead to six-figure settlements, while a court verdict could result in a substantially higher amount of compensation. Anyone seeking accountability after a botched operation or misdiagnosis should find an attorney who has handled these types of claims before.
A: If you suffered harm due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, it can be well worth pursuing a medical malpractice claim. A successful injury claim can lead to substantial compensation, which can help you rebuild and move forward with confidence. A settlement or court verdict can also lead to policy changes at the hospital that could prevent future patients from suffering harm.
A: To pursue a medical malpractice claim in Florida, you generally must show that a duty of care was owed to you by your healthcare provider, that the provider breached the applicable standard of care, directly caused your injury, and that you suffered damages as a result. Damages may include additional medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, disability, or other financial and personal losses caused by the provider’s negligence.
A: Generally speaking, Florida requires that medical malpractice claims be filed within 24 months (two years) of the discovery of the injury or reasonably when it should have been discovered. In most cases, claims cannot be filed more than four years after the alleged malpractice occurred. Filing promptly can also help you preserve important evidence and protect your right to pursue recompense.
A preventable medical error can leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost income, ongoing treatment, and uncertainty about the future. If you believe a healthcare provider’s negligence caused your injuries, Spangenberg Shibley & Liber is prepared to evaluate your situation and explain your legal options.
Since 1946, our firm has represented injured clients in complex cases and has recovered more than $1 billion* through settlements and courtroom advocacy. You do not have to live with the consequences of a healthcare provider’s negligence. Contact our legal team today to discuss your case and learn how we can pursue the accountability and financial recovery you deserve.
*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits. Awards and recognition are not guarantees of future results.
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