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In July 2024, the Michigan Supreme Court clarified the rule for who can be an expert in a medical malpractice case. The medical expert rule, MCL 600.2169, was last interpreted by the Court in 2006 in Woodard v. Custer. In its most recent decision, Stokes v. Swofford, the Court held that Woodard was wrongly decided in part because it had inappropriately imposed restrictions on experts beyond the statutory language. Read more about this decision on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gDFMHzFa

When a family member or close friend dies in car accident or medical malpractice incident, did you ever wonder who receives the money paid by the wrongdoer? Under Michigan's Wrongful Death Act, the money goes to the family. Here is a helpful diagram of family members who might receive money (they are called "interested persons"):

In a 2023 analysis of malpractice lawsuits, it became clear certain types of physicians (among 22 different specialties) are more likely to be sued for medical errors. See the results in the graph below. You can read more about statistics of lawsuits against medical professionals on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eugBBVn6.?

Most people in Michigan don't know that for medical malpractice injuries and deaths, our state lawmakers put unfair limits (caps) on reimbursements that victims can recover - no matter how bad your injuries are. Here is a useful chart that shows the damages that are allowed.

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How Are "Pain Scores" Used In Personal Injury Cases? Automobile accident claims and their victims are unique; however, the specific “manifestations” of pain and suffering might include: ? The physical pain and discomfort caused by auto accident injuries; ? The physical pain and discomfort resulting from necessary medical treatment to treat those injuries; ? The negative impact of the physical pain, such as loss of sleep, anxiety, and depression; and ? The impact of injuries and limitations on the claimant’s life, like the loss of enjoyment of life, limitations on social/family life, and the inability to pursue hobbies and pastimes. Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ese49piM