Question 1

Does HCA Florida University Hospital Have Immunity Against Malpractice Lawsuits?

Accepted Answer

Government entities in Florida have sovereign immunity, which provides a degree of protection from lawsuits. State universities generally are shielded from liability under the sovereign immunity doctrine. Although HCA Florida University Hospital has a partnership with NSU, this does not make it a government entity. Thus, HCA Florida University is not immune from liability. Therefore, you can sue HCA Florida University Hospital for financial and intangible losses, and there is no cap on the amount you could recover.

Question 2

Who Is Liable for Medical Malpractice at HCA Florida University Hospital?

Accepted Answer

Multiple health care providers often play a role in medical malpractice. Any licensed health care provider at HCA Florida University Hospital whose negligence causes or contributes to an injury may be liable alongside the hospital, including the following:

Doctors
Nurse practitioners
Midwives
Physician assistants
Therapists
Radiologists
Manufacturers of malfunctioning hospital equipment

The hospital itself may be liable if the negligent health care providers were employees. Nurses, laboratory technicians, and pharmacists are more likely to be employees. Additionally, most hospitals have doctors, nurse practitioners, therapists, and radiologists on staff, in addition to the independent contractors with privileges. The hospital may also be liable for harm caused by administrative errors, such as negligent hiring, inadequate safety protocols, and poor communication between departments. Our knowledgeable Florida medical malpractice attorneys, can assess the status of each provider involved in your care and establish who is liable.

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