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...
Detroit Medical Malpractice Law Blog
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...
2 causes of diagnostic errors
Misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis and missed diagnosis are not uncommon in the medical field. These diagnostic errors can lead to potential harm, disability, and, in some cases, death. Different factors contribute to diagnostic errors. Below are two of them: Cognitive...
The role of testing in preventing nursing home resident injuries
Nursing home workers cannot prevent all medical issues for the older adults who live at these facilities. Workers cannot control the decisions that individual residents make. They also have no control over the actions of visitors who might bring foods that contain...
5 steps to take when faced with a medical malpractice case
Experiencing a medical injury can leave you feeling frustrated, confused and unsure of your next steps. When the harm results from a medical provider's mistake or failure to follow proper procedures, it may be appropriate to consider a medical malpractice claim....
The risks of an implanted hip replacement failing
As people age, some of their joints may cease functioning properly. Underlying medical conditions, including arthritis and obesity, may increase the likelihood of people developing joint issues later in life. People dealing with joint issues may have extreme pain and...
Some drugs can have dangerous interactions
Many medications are safe to take on their own. As long as the proper dosage is administered, they typically have a positive effect on the patient. Even when there are potential negative side effects, most cases turn out fine without any negative ramifications. ...
The dangers of police chases: Injuries and deaths
Police chases can be thrilling scenes in movies, but in real life, they often lead to tragic outcomes. These high-speed pursuits can result in injuries and even deaths, affecting not only the suspects and officers involved but also innocent bystanders. As communities...