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Jackson Memorial Hospital nurse sues hospital, county for $5 million after brutal attack by patient
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Litzy Grijalba , as published by WSVN 7 News
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the incident and the lawsuit can be found through WSVN 7 News, which has reported on the nurse's experience and the subsequent legal action. A nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital is suing the hospital and county for $5 million after being attacked by a patient.
A nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital is suing the hospital and county for $5 million after being attacked by a patient. The incident occurred on May 30 and left the nurse, Yanira Eguileor, requiring medical attention herself. Details of the attack are limited, but it is known that Eguileor is still recovering from her injuries.
The lawsuit seeks $5 million in damages. Further information about the incident and the lawsuit can be found through WSVN 7 News, which has reported on the nurse's experience and the subsequent legal action.
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Category: safety Published: July 10, 2026 Source: WSVN 7 News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital is suing the hospital and county for $5 million after being attacked by a patient. The incident occurred on May 30 and left the nurse, Yanira Eguileor, requiring…
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