Former Miami Dolphins wide receiver O.J. McDuffie was awarded $11.5 million by a Miami-Dade County jury after it was determined that an improperly handled injury ended his professional career. McDuffie, who calls South Florida home, filed a professional malpractice suit against former team physician John Uribe after the doctor allegedly told McDuffie he could play even though MRIs showed severe tendon damage to McDuffie's big toe. The jury awarded $10 million for lost earnings and $1.5 million for anguish. The nine-year veteran was first injured in 1999.
With more than 30 years of experience handling medical and professional malpractice cases, the attorneys of Gamba & Lombana have seen many instances where physicians have misdiagnosed or erroneously advised patients. It is important that patients seek a second, and even a third, medical opinion before engaging in treatments or operations that may cause more harm than good. A doctor who reviews a case with a fresh set of eyes may see things missed by the original physician, potentially saving the patient from unnecessary pain and anguish. Patients should also do as much research as possible on their ailment, ask as many questions as possible (no question is too small), and if possible, take a relative or trusted friend to all consultations.
It frustrates and disappoints the attorneys of Gamba & Lombana to see doctors who are negligent with a person's health. If you believe that you've been a victim of professional malpractice or medical negligence, please contact us for a no obligation consultation.
