Miami Pediatrician Malpractice Lawyer
Parents trust pediatricians with the health and well-being of their children, from routine checkups to diagnosing and treating serious medical conditions. When a pediatrician makes a mistake, the consequences can be devastating, potentially affecting a child’s growth, development, or even survival. At Pita Weber Del Prado our Miami pediatrician malpractice lawyer represents families whose children have been harmed by negligent care. We fight to hold doctors and medical providers accountable while pursuing compensation for medical expenses, long-term treatment, and the emotional toll of pediatric malpractice.
Children are especially vulnerable to medical errors because their conditions often progress more quickly than adults’. Our attorneys work with pediatric specialists to investigate errors and prove how negligence impacted your child’s health.
How Pediatric Malpractice Occurs
Pediatricians are responsible for monitoring children’s health, diagnosing illnesses, and ensuring proper treatment. Mistakes often occur due to:
- Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosing conditions such as infections, asthma, or cancer.
- Prescribing incorrect medications or unsafe dosages for children.
- Ignoring parental concerns about symptoms.
- Failure to order necessary tests or referrals to specialists.
- Delayed treatment of life-threatening conditions such as meningitis or pneumonia.
- Neglecting to identify developmental delays or genetic disorders.
- Poor communication with families about risks and follow-up care.
These errors can lead to severe complications that may affect a child for the rest of their life.
Injuries Caused by Pediatrician Negligence
Pediatric malpractice can result in a wide range of injuries and health consequences, including:
- Brain damage from untreated infections or oxygen loss.
- Respiratory distress caused by mismanaged asthma or allergies.
- Permanent disabilities from delayed diagnoses.
- Worsening of chronic conditions due to improper treatment.
- Medication overdoses leading to organ damage.
- Wrongful death in the most severe cases of negligence.
The effects of these injuries are often long-term, requiring specialized care and rehabilitation.
The Long-Term Consequences
Unlike many adult malpractice cases, pediatric errors can impact a child for their entire life. Developmental delays, learning disabilities, and physical impairments may limit independence, future job opportunities, and quality of life. Families are often burdened with lifelong medical costs, caregiving responsibilities, and emotional trauma. At Pita Weber Del Prado we fight for compensation that reflects both immediate harm and the lasting consequences of pediatric malpractice.
What Families Should Do After Suspected Malpractice
If you believe your child suffered harm due to pediatric negligence, taking action quickly is crucial:
- Seek immediate medical care. Get a second opinion and proper treatment for your child.
- Request complete medical records. These provide insight into tests ordered, medications prescribed, and care decisions.
- Document your child’s symptoms. Keep a record of changes in health and development.
- Preserve prescriptions and test results. They may reveal errors in diagnosis or treatment.
- Avoid signing hospital or insurance agreements. These may attempt to limit liability.
- Contact Pita Weber Del Prado. Our attorneys investigate thoroughly with medical experts.
We handle the legal process so you can focus on your child’s health and recovery.
Serving Families Throughout Miami
We are proud to serve families across Miami, including:
- Brickell
- Coral Gables
- Coconut Grove
- Downtown Miami
- Edgewater
- Little Havana
- Wynwood
- Miami Beach
- Westchester
- Doral
Wherever your child received care, our attorneys are ready to fight for your family.
Miami Pediatrician Malpractice FAQs
Can I sue my child’s pediatrician for a misdiagnosis?
Yes. If a misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis caused harm to your child, you may have grounds for a malpractice claim.
What damages are available in pediatric malpractice cases?
Compensation may include medical expenses, costs of future care, pain and suffering, and damages for long-term disabilities.
Who can be held responsible?
In addition to the pediatrician, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare providers may share liability.
How long do I have to file a claim?
In Florida, most medical malpractice claims must be filed within two years, but special rules may apply to cases involving children.
Do pediatric malpractice cases go to trial?
Some settle, but because of the lifelong impact on children, these cases often require litigation to secure fair compensation.
Contact Pita Weber Del Prado
Pediatric malpractice can change the course of a child’s life and place enormous strain on families. At Pita Weber Del Prado our Miami pediatrician malpractice lawyer is dedicated to uncovering negligence, protecting children’s rights, and securing the compensation your family needs. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us fight for justice on behalf of your child.
