The people we entrust to care for our loved ones get our full confidence. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be heartbreaking and in some cases even fatal. Families place their loved ones in nursing homes with the expectation of safety, dignity and...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
Contaminated drugs can put patients’ lives at risk
People who require medical care tend to assume that the prescription drugs recommended by their doctors are safe. After all, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) generally requires testing to validate that drugs are safe and more effective than placebos....
The Ongoing Crisis of Childbirth Behind Bars: Why Civil Justice Demands Better
A recent NBC News investigation, conducted in partnership with Bloomberg Law, has shed new light on a disturbing reality inside America’s prisons and jails: women giving birth alone, without medical assistance, and often in conditions that violate basic human dignity....
Michigan Patients Deserve Protection: Why Doctors Should Be Required to Carry Malpractice Insurance
Most Michigan patients assume their doctors are fully insured in case something goes wrong. Unfortunately, that isn’t always true. In Michigan, physicians are not required to carry medical malpractice insurance. We have seen firsthand how this loophole can devastate...
How long does it take to settle a medical malpractice claim?
A common concern among many victims of medical malpractice in Michigan is how long the claims process might take. It’s understandable, given the ensuing physical, mental and even financial toll of medical negligence. The answer is rarely straightforward because every...
4 things every medical malpractice claim must show
Not all medical malpractice claims are successful. What’s more, not every negative medical result is actually malpractice. Sometimes, things happen that simply cannot be anticipated or controlled. Medical malpractice claims can only succeed when a claimant can...
One mistake in the delivery room can last a lifetime
Every second in the delivery room counts. It’s a place where precision, timing and teamwork can mean the difference between a healthy birth and a tragic outcome. While doctors and nurses are trained to anticipate complications and act quickly to ensure a successful...
Errors or defects during spinal fusion can cause lasting harm
Spinal fusion surgery helps to stabilize the spine, restore function and relieve chronic pain. However, when medical professionals fail to meet the standard of care or defective implants (product liability) are used, patients can suffer life-altering consequences. ...
The risks that come with a delayed cancer diagnosis
A delayed diagnosis can be an issue for many different types of conditions. It delays the care that you need and can be an example of medical malpractice. This is especially true with a serious disease like cancer. The issue is that cancer can metastasize, or move...
3 hidden nursing home injuries that staff might try to hide
Nursing homes are trusted to provide comfort, safety and professional medical attention for older adults who can no longer manage daily life independently. Unfortunately, not every home lives up to that responsibility. A desire to avoid liability can lead some...