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...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
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...
What to know about hospital-acquired infections
A hospital-acquired infection (HAI), also known as a nosocomial infection, is an infection that a patient gets while or soon after receiving medical treatment. It happens in a healthcare setting. When negligence is involved in how a patient is being handled, the...
A heart attack misdiagnosis is more likely for women
There are some serious issues with the way that doctors diagnose heart attacks, especially in female patients. These issues are made clear by the fact that misdiagnosis rates are higher for women than they are for men. A misdiagnosis of a heart attack can be a fatal...
Doctor negligence has long-term consequences for newborns
Ask any expecting parent if they are hoping for a boy or a girl, and they will tell you that it doesn’t matter as long as the baby is healthy. For most of them, when the little one arrives, it’s cause for celebration. But for some, that celebration is tinged with...
Justice beyond the paycheck: Why every life deserves to count
By Brian McKeen, founder and managing partner, Michigan victims of medical malpractice have long been stymied in their pursuit of compensation for their losses due to blatantly unfair, and we believe, unconstitutional laws. A recent...