Medical Malpractice Attorney Orlando | Frick Law
If you or a family member have experienced injuries or health complications due to medical negligence, you may have the opportunity to seek compensation by pursuing a medical malpractice claim.
When you’ve encountered misdiagnosis or have been affected by medical malpractice, it can profoundly impact your life and the lives of your loved ones. The repercussions may include a loss of income, diminished quality of life, and a reduction in independence and dignity. These unfortunate consequences of medical negligence may warrant legal action against the responsible healthcare provider or institution. At Frick Law, we’re here to help you navigate this challenging journey and seek the justice and compensation you deserve.
Our Medical Malpractice Services
Wrongful Death
Joshua Frick passionately stands shoulder to shoulder with grieving families, tirelessly seeking justice for their untimely and preventable losses. His dedication ensures that the departed's rights and the family's peace are upheld in the face of tragedy.
Hospital Negligence
Joshua Frick is unwavering in his commitment to challenge care gaps in medical institutions. He fervently believes that every patient deserves top-tier care, and he tirelessly fights to ensure hospitals are held accountable for any oversights or lapses in their duty to provide it.
Nursing Negligence
Joshua Frick is a staunch advocate for maintaining the highest standards in nursing care. Recognizing the pivotal role nurses play in patient well-being, he diligently addresses any lapses in their professionalism and care.
Doctor Negligence
Joshua Frick is relentless in his pursuit of justice against medical oversights. Understanding the profound trust patients place in their physicians, he works tirelessly to ensure that doctors are held accountable for any errors or omissions, championing the rights of those affected by medical misjudgments.
Prison/Jail Infirmary Negligence
Joshua Frick is a steadfast advocate for the rights of inmates to receive proper medical care. Recognizing the vulnerabilities of those behind bars, he tirelessly champions the cause to ensure correctional facilities uphold medical care standards, fighting against any negligence within these institutions.
Dental Malpractice
Joshua Frick is unwavering in his dedication to patients seeking redress for dental missteps. Recognizing the importance of trust in dental care, he diligently tackles issues arising from dental treatments, ensuring that dental professionals are held accountable for any lapses in care or procedure, and championing your rights.
Florida's Medical Malpractice Pre-Suit Process — What You Need to Know Before You File
Florida medical malpractice cases are governed by a mandatory pre-suit process under Florida Statute §766.106 — a requirement that exists nowhere else in personal injury law. Understanding it is critical, because skipping any step can permanently bar your claim.
Pre-Suit Investigation (Up to 90 Days)
Before any lawsuit is filed, your attorney must conduct a pre-suit investigation and obtain a sworn written expert opinion from a qualified healthcare provider confirming that a reasonable basis exists for a malpractice claim. This expert must be in the same specialty as the defendant.
Notice of Intent (NOI)
Once the expert affidavit is secured, your attorney sends a Notice of Intent to the defendant healthcare provider. Florida Statute §766.106 requires this notice be provided at least 90 days before any suit is filed, giving the defendant an opportunity to respond or make a settlement offer.
Defendant's Investigation Period
After receiving the NOI, the defendant (hospital, physician, or other provider) has 90 days to investigate the claim. During this time, both sides may conduct informal discovery and attempt to reach a resolution.
Litigation
If no resolution is reached, the lawsuit is filed. Medical malpractice cases typically proceed through standard discovery — depositions of treating physicians, expert witnesses, and hospital staff — before reaching trial or settlement.
Why This Process Matters for You
The mandatory pre-suit process means your clock starts running the moment you know (or should have known) that negligence occurred. Frick Law navigates this process for you — from securing the right expert to managing every statutory deadline. You focus on your health and your family. We handle the legal clock.
The general statute of limitations under Florida law is two years from discovery, with a hard cap of four years from the date of the incident regardless of discovery. If your injury resulted from a vehicle accident — not medical negligence — see our auto accident practice area.
Frick Law's Medical Malpractice Qualifications
Medical malpractice cases require a legal team that understands diagnostic standards, surgical protocols, and the clinical language used to obscure negligence. With 20 years of personal injury experience and over 100 statewide hearings attended, Frick Law holds its own against defense experts and hospital administration.
We work with a network of medical expert witnesses across Florida who can credibly challenge the standard of care — an absolute requirement under Florida's pre-suit process.
No upfront costs. No hourly billing. Frick Law is paid only when you receive compensation.
Cases We Handle Include:
- • Misdiagnosis & Delayed Diagnosis
- • Surgical Errors
- • Birth Injuries
- • Medication & Anesthesia Errors
- • Emergency Room Negligence
- • Failure-to-Treat Claims
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What Is Medical Malpractice in Florida?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider — a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other medical professional — deviates from the accepted standard of care, and that deviation causes harm to a patient. In Florida, victims of medical negligence may be entitled to compensation for their injuries, lost income, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.
Common forms of medical malpractice that the Orlando medical malpractice attorneys at Frick Law handle include:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis — failure to identify a condition in time to prevent serious harm
- Surgical errors — operating on the wrong site, leaving instruments inside a patient, or causing avoidable nerve damage
- Medication errors — wrong drug, wrong dosage, or dangerous drug interactions not caught by the prescribing provider
- Birth injuries — preventable harm to a mother or newborn during labor and delivery
- Anesthesia errors — failure to monitor a patient properly before, during, or after a procedure
- Failure to treat — correct diagnosis but inadequate or delayed follow-up that worsens the patient's condition
Florida medical malpractice cases are among the most complex personal injury claims in the state. They require expert medical testimony, strict pre-suit notice requirements, and aggressive litigation strategy. Frick Law has 20 years of personal injury experience and the professional network to build a compelling case on your behalf.
Why Choose Frick Law for Your Medical Malpractice Claim in Orlando
Trial-Ready from Day One
Frick Law prepares every medical malpractice case as if it will go to trial — because that preparation is exactly what compels insurance companies to offer fair settlements.
100+ Statewide Hearings Attended
Courtroom experience isn't just about trials. Frick Law attends hearings across Florida, building the procedural record that protects clients at every stage.
Published Author
Co-author of Leveling the Playing Field, bringing nationally recognized injury litigation strategies to every Orlando malpractice case we take on.
No Fee Unless We Win
Medical malpractice cases can take time. You pay nothing unless Frick Law wins or settles your case. Your consultation is always free.