Meet Medical Malpractice Lawyer Richard M. Shapiro

Meet Tampa Bay Medical Malpractice Lawyer Richard M. Shapiro

For over three decades, medical malpractice lawyer Richard M. Shapiro has been working to defend the rights of injured individuals, children and families due to medical malpractice. Throughout his career, Richard has become a formidable adversary in the field of medical negligence. He takes pride in focusing a large portion of his legal practice to representing children injured by negligent healthcare. These children make up more than 90 percent of his client base.

Medical Malpractice Lawyer with a Respect for Doctors and an Understanding of the Medical Community

Raised in a family of highly respected medical professionals, Richard has spent his entire life in and around the health care community. In the beginning of his career, he spent time working as a research assistant for his father, Dr. Robert Shapiro, at one of Yale University’s primary teaching hospitals.

When Richard transitioned to law, he held true to his medical roots by focusing his practice on issues related to healthcare. Specifically, he helps medical malpractice victims of paralysis, blindness and birth injury cases. As an experienced retinopathy of prematurity lawyer, he is one of only a few attorneys nationwide who can effectively represent victims of baby blindness caused by retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). This occurs when doctors fail to screen, monitor and provide adequate treatment for this curable condition.

Knowledge, Experience and a Proven Record of Success

Richard has been recognized in Who’s Who in American Law. He has also received national recognition in trial advocacy. As an AV Preeminent® rated lawyer, he achieved the highest rating for ethical standards and professional ability as voted on by other attorneys.

Richard graduated with a B.A. from the University of South Florida and received his J.D. from the Southwestern University School of Law. He is currently on the Board of Governors for the American Association for Justice after spending years in that post for the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Richard has also served as President of both the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and the Southern Trial Lawyers Organization.

Call Tampa Medical Malpractice Lawyers You Can Rely On

While the firm receives hundreds of inquiries annually, the Shapiro Law Group only takes on a select number of cases that they strongly believe in. This allows our medical malpractice lawyers to devote their full focus and effort into each case. Therefore, we can uphold rights and provide support for victims in these lawsuits for medical negligence.

The Shapiro Law Group works on a contingency fee basis. This means the firm will advance all the initial court costs so you pay nothing up front. Our clients only pay attorney fees and costs if their cases result in favorable outcomes. Call (800) 258-HELP or fill out our online contact form for a free consultation with our Tampa medical malpractice attorneys.

What Our Clients Say

“My dad lost his fingers on one hand due to malpractice after a successful surgery that did not involve fingers. For months we were told it was because of debris in his blood. It was not. Mr. Shapiro and his associates were relentless in getting the medical records until the "missing" page was sent. Then they had the hard and arduous job of finding a doctor willing to testify. An informative video and audio with the doctor's testimony was presented. Case closed. Because of their due diligence, a satisfactory settlement was reached. Mr. Shapiro's law firm worked hard, were extremely thorough, professional, and kept in constant communication throughout the whole stressful ordeal. Mr. Shapiro still remembers my parents and keeps in touch with my mom, even after 15 years have passed. That alone is impressive.”

Patti A.

“The Shapiro Law Group represented our daughter, family, and reputation in winning our daughters case that was due to a catastrophic injury. We interviewed many lawyers and felt Mr. Shapiro would ultimately do what was best for our family. Being involved in a lawsuit is very difficult, emotional, and exhausting. If it weren’t for the Shapiro Law Group fighting for our daughter and family, I don’t know where we would be now. They are very thorough, knowledgeable, and know what needs to be done. Lawsuits can take a very long time, and we knew that Shapiro Law Group would not give up. They did whatever was necessary to help our daughter. We can’t thank Mr. Shapiro enough for all he has done for so many! During a very difficult situation in our lives, the Shapiro Law Group went above and beyond in guiding our family in helping our daughter. We would highly recommend this firm. Thank you,”

Stephanie P.

“Attorney Richard Shapiro was able to provide me with very knowledgeable and competent legal expertise to resolve my case.”

D. Harrison