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Medical malpractice claims in Jacksonville, by who provided the care
In a medical claim the rules follow who provided the care. Each page takes one part of it in Jacksonville: the university hospital, the Navy and the VA, the emergency room, and the courts.
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University hospital care
Who is sued, what can be paid, and the steps before a lawsuit
Explore university hospital care - 02
Military and VA care
A claim that goes to a federal agency first, and how the rules differ by patient
Explore military and VA care - 03
Emergency and trauma care
The standard for emergency care, where it stops, and who answers for the doctor
Explore emergency and trauma care - 04
Courts and deadlines
The steps before a lawsuit, in order, then the circuit court, the appeal and the federal court
Explore courts and deadlines
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this section cover?
Each of these has a page here: University hospital care, Military and VA care, Emergency and trauma care and Courts and deadlines.
How long do I have to bring a medical malpractice claim?
State law sets the deadline. The page on Florida law sets it out, with the statute behind it.
How do I start a case evaluation?
Send the case review form or call 904.447.2164. There is no charge for the review.