PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Littky-Rubin & Whitman filed a lawsuit against Wellington Regional Medical Center LLC, citing allegations of medical negligence. The family affected by this tragic incident retained Nancy La Vista and Michael S. Smith for their representation, given their notable track record of obtaining significant verdicts and settlements against healthcare providers in cases involving medical negligence, medical malpractice, failure to diagnose, and failure to treat.
The lawsuit scrutinizes Wellington Regional Medical Center’s care.
The legal team argues that the patient was not properly monitored during a transfer within the hospital. The staff discovered the patient unresponsive. She ultimately expired. The lawsuit maintains that this negligence, coupled with a failure to adhere to essential medical protocols, played a critical role in the patient’s death.
The surviving spouse is seeking compensation for damages, including medical and funeral costs, and his emotional distress caused by the loss of his wife. The expertise of La Vista and Smith, known for their success in complex medical malpractice cases, is central to their pursuit of justice and accountability.
This case emphasizes the imperative need for vigilant patient care in healthcare facilities. Its outcome could significantly impact hospital practices and reinforce the standards of patient safety.
The plaintiff requested a jury trial. The lawsuit is poised to draw substantial attention, highlighting the importance of medical accountability and the upholding of patient rights in the healthcare sector.
Case Information:
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,
IN AND FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA
CASE NUMBER: 50-2023-CA-016949-XXXA-MB
Celia Quitugua
Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Littky-Rubin & Whitman
+1 561-899-2144
cquitugua@clarkfountain.com
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