Medical Malpractice

Hospitals are among the most profitable targets for ransomware attacks. The ability of their systems to work as they should can literally mean the difference between life and death.  There’s crucial monitoring equipment, of course. Further, the electronic health...

Medical workers have a duty to provide a standard of care that minimizes the risk of birth injuries during childbirth. When medical negligence occurs, severe birth injuries can result, profoundly impacting both a newborn and their family. Some of the birth injuries...

If you visit a doctor and they realize your diagnosis or treatment is beyond their skills, they are required to refer you to a physician with more specialized knowledge and skills. However, doctors don’t always refer patients when they should. If you’re ill or...

When a patient sees their doctor or seeks medical help at a hospital, they expect medical professionals to do everything in their power to uncover a patient's injury or illness. When this doesn’t happen, a patient can suffer from severe injuries and illnesses. As a...

On December 7, 2023, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the repeal of the law that protected drug companies from lawsuits. What is the law's history, and what does its repeal mean for medical malpractice lawsuits? Holding big pharma responsible Until December 7,...

Surgeons are tasked with executing some of the most delicate tasks in the world – operating on people. If everything goes to plan, a surgical procedure can help a patient recover and enjoy a quality life once again. If a mistake happens, however, a patient can sustain...

Throughout Michigan, healthcare organizations face a staffing crisis as nurses leave the profession while the government is considering implementing state-mandated nurse-to-patient staffing ratios. What does this mean for Michigan’s residents? Why is there a nursing...

For all health conditions, accurate diagnosis is the first step for recovery. During this stage, doctors can pinpoint what is wrong and determine the most appropriate treatment. If they fail to get a proper diagnosis, the patient might not receive the treatment they...

When a patient visits a healthcare professional, they go there to feel better. However, sometimes patients are harmed or injured in the professional’s care. Medical malpractice is negligence or unprofessional conduct that leads to this harm or injury. Common examples...