When a person needs medical attention, they are at their most vulnerable and deserve the highest level of compassion and care. Psychiatric patients, especially minors, are particularly fragile and should be a given that extra attention and supervision. Precautions...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
Recovering from tragedy following a farm accident
Silos are a common fixture in farms across the country. Most of us know them to be a practical way to store grain through the seasons. Some of us even view them as a thing of beauty. But many of us aren't aware of the hidden dangers buried in a silo.Silo accidents are...
How might a birth injury impact the entire family?
A woman in labor counts on her medical team to keep her and her baby safe throughout labor and delivery. One thing that can happen in some cases is that the baby doesn't get sufficient oxygen during the process. This can lead to serious issues when the baby is born,...
Do you have a medical malpractice case?
Medical malpractice cases are often difficult to take to court. It can be tricky to complete discovery and gather enough information to form a case against a medical professional.In some cases, you may think that you have a medical malpractice issue when actually,...
McKeen Attorneys Successfully Argue to Keep ER Physician and Nurses on Case
On May 13, McKeen and Associates attorney, J Kelly Carley, successfully argued against an attempt by Sparrow Hospital to have its emergency room physician and nurses dismissed from a pending lawsuit. The case, filed by McKeen Law Firm in Ingham County, alleges...
Should businesses be immune to lawsuits during a pandemic? Voters say no.
As the world is responding to the daily challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the government faces critical decisions that weigh public health against economic resilience. Congress is currently battling with the question of whether to grant companies immunity...
Raising a child with cerebral palsy
If your child has recently been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed. You probably have many questions running through your mind – and may be wondering how to successfully parent your child with this condition.Raising a child...
Wrongful death claims arise from nursing home negligence
Admitting a loved one to a nursing home is often a decision that's fraught with sadness and negative emotions. It can cause a family rift in some cases when a person who clearly needs a heightened level of care and supervision balks at the transition from independent...
McKeen & Associates Prevails in Key Court of Appeals Decision
On April 23, 2020, McKeen & Associates attorneys , Kenneth Lee won a landmark decision in the Michigan Court of Appeals in the case of Laveta Anderson v The Wellness Plan, et al, Oakland County Circuit Court Case No. 16-154143-NH.Our...
Michigan nursing homes hit hard by COVID-19
Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities across Michigan have become a hotbed for the coronavirus as the state attempts to put safeguards in place for vulnerable and elderly residents.As of April 24, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services...