Hospital Acquired Infections (MRSA) in Weston
Hundreds of Millions Recovered for Our Clients
Hospitals may be one of the most dangerous places in the country due to the number of sick and ill people who visit and stay at them. Some studies have determined that 5% of all hospital patients will contract a disease or illness due to their time spent at the hospital, and others place hospital acquired infections as the fourth leading cause of death in America. For years, medical staff claimed that these stray infections were unavoidable due to the nature and purpose of a hospital but advancements in technology and research have all but eliminated "unavoidable infections."
If you or a loved one became ill due to time spent in a hospital, it is likely that hospital malpractice and negligence played a role. Our Weston hospital acquired infections lawyers and our team can use our 20+ years of legal experience to fully investigate your claim, pinpoint who or what caused your sickness, and advocate for compensation on your behalf. Whether it was a hospital staff member, nursing staff, or physician that caused your injuries, we can help you.
Call (954) 914-7116 today to request a case evaluation.
Infections Commonly Spread Around Hospitals
Hospital staff need to be incredibly careful with how they sterilize environments and protect their patients not only because there are dangerous illnesses present there not found in other areas, but also because patients are more vulnerable to them. Immune systems in the ill are lowered as they fight one infection, which can allow a second, undetected infection to harm them. Failing to give necessary antibiotics, ignoring safety and health protocols, and not changing intravenous tubes properly may all lead to hospital-acquired infection.
Infections spread by negligent hospital staff may include:
- MRSA
- C. difficile
- CRE
- CRAB
- Pneumonia
- Streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat)
Surgery May Lead to Infection
It is also common for patients to have greatly lowered immune system strength after undergoing any sort of surgery. The procedure itself is stressful upon the body, making staving off foreign entities and viruses difficult. Additionally, the wound or surgery site itself can be prone to infection if it is not properly sterilized, or if a mistake occurs during the operation and is not properly addressed.
If you are undergoing a surgery soon, please follow these steps for your own health and safety:
- Research common signs of infections.
- Obtain any necessary antibiotics or prescriptions.
- Request any required hair removal to be done immediately before the surgery.
- Insist that everyone in the operating room wash their hands.
- Keep your home sterile and bed sterile at all times.
- Distance yourself from sick family members until you fully recover.
Contact us today and let us know what has happened – your future comfort and health will thank you.
Hundreds of Millions Won on Behalf of Our Clients
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$19,500,000 Medical Malpractice
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"I so appreciate their kindness, genuine compassion, & 'got my back' attitude."From the first phone conversation with Lori, to the first time meeting with David and Jeff, all the way through and to the conclusion of my case, I felt as if these people truly cared about what happened to me. They didn’t just see a potential “case”. They were upset with my situation. They wanted to help. Through the years that this whole process takes, I have gotten to know them a bit better, and they have gotten to know me. I now consider them less “my legal team”, and more a part of my extended family, whether they realize it, or like it, or not. I so appreciate their kindness, genuine compassion, and “got my back” attitude. I hope you are never in a situation to need these folks, but if you ever are, I highly recommend talking to them and seeing if it’s a right fit for all.- Joel F.
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"Jeff & David are very compassionate, kind & won't let you down."I never thought that anything would ever happen to me that would lead me to post a review about this law office. Unfortunately, I was wrong and what happened was completely unimaginable so much so that police didn’t believe it at first. I was so confused and lost because it seemed that no one believed me. I googled malpractice in Florida and this was one of the offices that popped up. I called and spoke with Lori, the paralegal, and told her everything she believed me and Jeff and David did too. Due to what happened this wasn’t going to just be a civil lawsuit but a criminal one as well. They were a huge help in working with the police to get items that would prove my criminal case and would lead to felony arrest and jail time. They were there to talk to me all throughout the criminal case. Especially, Lori she truly cared and when I was all alone feeling that I wasn’t strong enough to get through this she was always there with good and caring advice. I was with this law firm for the past 3 years and Jeff and David are very compassionate and kind. From the attorneys to the paralegal they worked very hard and did so much that they have changed my life. If you are looking for an attorney office with experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate staff. I promise they won’t let you down.- Tiffany S.
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"They leave no stone unturned & will make sure you know what to expect and what your rights are."They were great every step of the way, keeping you informed. Also, their assistants and reps are wonderful with keeping you updated and communicating between Jeff and David. They leave no stone unturned and will make sure you know what to expect and what your rights are. I am forever grateful and highly recommend them.- King F.
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"Wonderful team! Great group of people, very attentive to clients."Wonderful team! Great group of people, very attentive to clients, left us with no doubts in our process and stood by us til everything was taken care of. Would definitely recommend to others!!!- Jennica P.
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"e was a godsend to us in a time of extreme duress. If you are looking for an excellent attorney, look no further. 5 STARS!"David Rash is the kindest and most professional lawyer we have ever worked with. He is always timely in his responses to us and incredibly thorough. His experience and intelligence in his dealings makes working with him very easy. He was a godsend to us in a time of extreme duress. If you are looking for an excellent attorney, look no further. 5 STARS!- Mindy A.