Bringing a child into the world is a momentous occasion filled with joy and anticipation. However, when a birth injury occurs, the consequences can be devastating, not just for the newborn but for the entire family. In this article, we will explore the profound and often lifelong impact of birth injuries and the legal avenues […]
Learn More >Parents struggling with birth injuries often encounter all kinds of strange, new legal terms. This can add confusion to an already stressful situation, and it might seem frustrating to decipher this “legalese” when all you really want is to pursue justice on behalf of your injured child. Fortunately, terms like “personal injury,” “medical malpractice,” and […]
Learn More >Perhaps the most tragic aspect of a birth injury is the fact that the victim never gets a chance to live a normal life. From the very moment they come into the world, the infant suffers from health issues. These issues often continue well into adulthood, and in many cases, patients die knowing that their […]
Learn More >Introduction: Cerebral palsy is a life-altering condition that can result from birth injuries caused by medical negligence. If you find yourself facing the challenges of caring for a child with cerebral palsy due to medical malpractice, seeking the assistance of a cerebral palsy lawyer is crucial. In this article, we’ll guide you through what to […]
Learn More >Understanding Infantile Spasms: A Guide for Parents Introduction: As joyful as the arrival of a new baby is, it’s essential for parents to stay vigilant about their child’s health. Infantile spasms, a rare but serious form of epilepsy, can be a cause for concern. In this article, we’ll delve into what infantile spasms are, their […]
Learn More >Brian Chandler, a Traverse City chiropractor has been arrested on two felony counts of criminal sexual conduct in the fourth degree. The victim, his patient, filed a report in September, which was investigated by police and resulted in his arrest. There very well may be other victims. Healthcare providers are placed in a position of […]
Learn More >Birth trauma is one of the top causes of cerebral palsy. It can occur when the baby experiences a lack of oxygen or blood flow to the brain during delivery, or when there is physical trauma to the baby’s head or body during the birthing process.
Learn More >General error in treatment is the top medical malpractice category, followed closely by diagnosis errors and surgical errors. Our firm in particular commonly sees malpractice related to women’s health, including obstetrics and gynecology. Errors related to the administration of medication, anesthesia, and monitoring of a patient are also common, but there are a plethora of medical malpractice instances that are important to be aware of.
Learn More >It may seem simple to decide what is or isn’t negligence, but medical malpractice cases require experienced and skilled attorneys to help you navigate the legal process and acquire the damages you deserve. Medical malpractice is defined as “any act or omission by a physician during treatment of a patient that deviates from accepted norms […]
Learn More >In a perfect world, a client feels that the settlement was reasonable and that he was fairly compensated for his injuries. However, there are times when a client might second guess the path his lawyer took towards that final settlement. In many cases, a client’s buyer’s remorse is simply that. There is not a viable […]
Learn More >A group of Spectrum Health medical residents was recently exposed by local media photographing, and commenting on, patient’s body parts during surgery. They were taking photos of organs removed, while the patient was unaware and still on the surgery table and captioning them as a “Price is Right” game on Instagram.
Learn More >Twice as many people in Michigan die from drug overdoses than from car accidents. Let the gravity of that statistic sink in for a moment. Twice as many. And even more startling –about 80% of heroin users previously misused prescription opioids. So it is not surprising to find that Michigan has the tenth highest per capita opioid prescription rate and […]
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