Infant short bowel syndrome (SBS) means a baby cannot absorb enough nutrients because part of the small intestine is missing, not working properly or had to be removed. Some babies are born with this condition, but it can also develop after emergencies such as...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
What are the dangers of a wrong diagnosis?
Many people make regular visits to their doctors, especially when they are feeling ill or have developed some kind of medical symptom. After a few examinations and lab tests, a doctor can typically diagnose the medical condition a patient is experiencing. The doctor...
The unspoken insurance gap
In Michigan, many people just use the baseline state requirements for car insurance. They believe that this means they are going to be covered if they are ever involved in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. However, this can create some issues if they...
Holding Michigan psychiatric hospitals accountable for patient abuse
Families place enormous trust in psychiatric hospitals. These facilities are expected to provide care, treatment and protection for individuals who may be experiencing some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. When that trust is broken through patient abuse,...
3 signs of long-term care resident dehydration and malnutrition
Adults in nursing homes are often completely dependent on caregivers. They cannot cook or even get out of bed to go to the bathroom without support. Most of the time, workers at nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are diligent about meeting the needs of...
The fatal flaw in Michigan site safety: Why “unavoidable” construction falls often aren’t
Falls remain a common hazard in construction sites, resulting in severe injuries and fatalities. These include falls from a roof edge or through a roof opening, from a ladder and from a scaffold. Unfortunately, the frequency of falls leads to some insurance companies...
Addressing abuse at mental health and long-term care facilities
Mental health facilities may serve as temporary or even long-term residences in some cases. Minors and vulnerable adults experiencing psychological challenges may require around-the-clock care and monitoring to ensure their safety. When abuse occurs at a residential...
Why do some personal injury claims end up in court?
As a victim of negligence in Michigan, you probably expect the insurance process to be straightforward. You file a claim, get a fair offer and move on. That’s the ideal version most people have in mind when they first report an accident or injury. Unfortunately, the...
Waking Up During Surgery: Anesthesia Awareness Guide
Waking Up During Surgery: How Anesthesia Awareness Happens, Why It Can Be Devastating, and What You Should Know You are told to count backward from ten. Somewhere around seven, the world fades. The next thing you are supposed to remember is a nurse gently calling your...
Pressure ulcers are preventable injuries in long-term care
Residents in long-term care facilities sometimes have mobility issues that can lead to needing to use wheelchairs or becoming completely bedridden. When those occur, it’s critical that the staff members ensure that they’re providing the residents with the mobility...