$68.8 million verdict in Florida: Crohan v. University Community Hospital, Inc.

In this Florida case, four physicians were found to be medically negligent and financially liable to the plaintiff, in different amounts. The plaintiff, Miranda Crohan, was admitted to the hospital after collapsing due to severe hyponatremia (low blood sodium). The critical care physicians responsible for her care in the hospital were found to have mismanaged her sodium levels, and this caused severe brain damage. Ms. Crohan now requires lifelong care.

The jury apportioned 85% of the responsibility to one physician, 23% to another, and 1% each to two remaining physicians. The award of $68.8 million was made up of $50 million for pain and suffering, $15 million for future medical expenses, $2.9 million for past expenses, and $750,000 in lost earnings capacity.