The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that hospitals are vicariously liable for the negligence of non-employee doctors working in a hospital, where the patient arrives at the hospital through the emergency room; even if there is a consent form generally disclaiming that...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
When doctors keep practicing amid serious misconduct claims
Physicians accused of serious misconduct may keep treating patients while complaints or legal claims are pending. A physician may keep a valid license during this time. Patients may not know that concerns about their provider are under review. This can make informed...
When does a slip and fall become a legal claim in Michigan?
A slip and fall on someone else’s property does not automatically create liability in Michigan. Certain legal requirements, such as the dangerous condition and the circumstances surrounding the accident, must be met to hold the property owner liable. Understanding...
Could you be billed for a medical debt you do not owe?
Receiving a bill for care you never got or for an amount you do not owe can be confusing and stressful. A recent federal class-action lawsuit filed against Corewell Health and its collection agency, DCM Services, highlights how patients can face aggressive collection...
Can elopement cause a nursing home injury lawsuit?
When a nursing home resident leaves the facility without proper supervision, the danger can begin within minutes. A resident with dementia or a history of wandering could enter traffic, fall on unsafe ground or remain outside in extreme weather. This situation, known...
McKeen & Associates Earns Recognition Among Michigan’s Top Legal Professionals
McKeen & Associates is proud to celebrate three distinguished honors recently awarded by Michigan Lawyers Weekly, one of the state's premier legal publications. In its prestigious Michigan Leadership 250 list, which recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated...
What to do when your prescription drug is suddenly recalled
If your prescription drug is suddenly recalled, take the notice seriously and check whether your medication is affected. The next steps you take can help protect your health and preserve records if you later need to ask questions about a possible claim. Check the...
McKeen & Associates Named a 2026 Best Law Firm; Nine Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers Recognition
DETROIT, Mich.– XX, 2025 - McKeen & Associates has been named a 2026 Best Law Firm for Plaintiffs Medical Malpractice Litigation and Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation by Best Lawyers, one of the legal profession's most respected peer-review publications. In...
Super Lawyers Recognizes Eight Mckeen & Associates Attorneys; Names Mckeen To Top 10 And Top 5 Lists
DETROIT, Mich. – McKeen & Associates is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers, the peer-reviewed attorney rating service that honors outstanding lawyers based on professional achievement and peer recognition. The...
What if your doctor didn’t tell you about a recall?
Finding out that a medical device has been recalled can be unsettling, especially if the news comes from a report or public announcement instead of a health care provider. A recall does not automatically mean a doctor or hospital was negligent. However, if a delay in...