The criticalness of the medical field does not provide room for errors. A single mistake can lead to life-threatening consequences. Unfortunately, errors occur in this industry, and to make it worse, in the operating rooms. In the U.S., at least 4,000 surgical errors...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
Medical negligence can cause babies to become blind at birth
The arrival of a new baby should bring the entire family great joy. We trust in doctors and nurses to deliver babies safely, which is usually the case. Sadly, there are times when professional negligence leads to a significant injury or birth defect, such as blindness...
Celebrating 40 Years
I find myself astonished at the fact that I am soon to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of going into the private practice of law. It is amazing at how time flies. As the saying goes the days are long but the years are short. I began my practice with the goal of...
Teaching med students to speak up when errors happen
It is not a secret that medical students receive very little training regarding both how to identify when an error is occurring and how to react when medical errors do occur as patients are being treated. Thankfully, over the past few years, some institutions have...
Infant formula could sicken your premature baby
German chemist Justus von Leibig introduced his specially crafted baby formula in the late 1800s. Consisting of cow’s milk and a blend of wheat and malt flour with a dash of potassium bicarbonate, it ensured nutrition for babies who did not breastfeed. Today, infant...
How might smartphones lead to medical errors?
Smartphones have inspired fantastic advantages, allowing individuals to stay in contact wherever they are. Yet, for all their benefits, there are significant disadvantages to smartphone use in certain contexts. One you might not have considered is their ability to...
Sports injuries and medical malpractice: What you should know
Humankind has always had a fascination with contact sports – and there’s no denying that they can be dangerous. Broken bones, torn muscles and head injuries are common, whether an athlete is a boxer, a hockey player, a football star or a mixed martial arts (MMA)...
4 Cases That Exemplify Our Work
At McKeen & Associates, P.C., we take on challenging cases that require an expert level of understanding of the medicine at issue. We do this to ensure the maximum amount of compensation for our clients who have suffered from medical negligence. Below are some of...
What are the signs of heart attacks in women?
When someone comes to the hospital with the belief that they are having a heart attack, the doctors are going to consider their symptoms and make a diagnosis. As such, it’s important that the doctor knows exactly what those symptoms mean and doesn’t misdiagnose the...
How can you prove medical negligence?
You cannot always get the results you hope for when you undergo medical treatment. While doctors generally do their best to give you the treatment you need, each person’s body is unique. Hence treatment that works for 90% of patients might not work out so well for...