Abigail Wettstein Discusses Hidden Statute of Limitations Risks in Florida Negligence Claims in Daily Business Review

Grossman Yaffa Cohen Trial Lawyer Abigail Wettstein recently authored an article for the Daily Business Review examining an important distinction in Florida law: when a negligence claim involving medical care should be classified as medical malpractice versus ordinary negligence.

In “A Florida Classification Ruling With Hidden Limitations Stakes,” Abigail discusses the Second District Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Everman v. Kennedy, White & Riggs Orthopedic Associates and the significant consequences that can follow when a claim is misclassified.

As Abigail explains, the classification can have significant implications for plaintiffs, particularly when it comes to filing deadlines and whether medical malpractice tolling provisions apply. When the classification is uncertain, attorneys should consider both potential deadlines rather than risk relying on tolling that may ultimately be found inapplicable.

Read the full article here.