Yes, after filing a medical malpractice lawsuit, you are actually required to send a copy of the lawsuit to the Department of Health and, if the lawsuit involves a medical facility, the Agency for Health Care Administration. The Department of Health or the Agency for Health Care Administration may potentially decide to take disciplinary action against the doctor or hospital whose medical malpractice or negligence caused your injury. This requirement is based on Florida Statute 766.106.
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