Who is responsible for medical malpractice if a surgical error occurs in a hospital?

Liability for a surgical error may extend to multiple parties depending on the facts of the procedure. Under Florida law, the attending surgeon, assisting medical staff, or the hospital itself may be held responsible. While surgeons are often independent contractors rather than hospital employees, hospitals can still face liability under theories of apparent agency or systemic negligence, such as failing to properly credential staff. To determine liability, The Altman Law Firm reviews surgical logs, hospital policies, and employment contracts. Jeffrey S. Altman can evaluate the specific details of your procedure to identify all potentially liable parties.