An evolving area that used to be a general negligence claim, but now more than likely will require the filing of a medical malpractice claim, is that of nursing home liability. Generally if the action/inaction arose out of a medical relationship/treatment, then the claim must sound in malpractice. On the other hand, if the claim arises from simple non-medical related negligence, then the claim can be plead as a negligence claim. If the latter, the proofs are simpler and less expensive. If the former, there are stringent notice requirements and the proofs are much more strict and costly and there are "caps" on any recovery.

I have handled cases involving bed sores, bed rail strangulation, falls and patient abuse. Consult me as soon as possible regarding your loved one’s specific situation.
 

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Helpful Links:

http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_27863-47315--,00.html
(search and compare nursing homes in Michigan)

http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_46881---,00.html
(patient safety in a Nursing Home)

http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_27647---,00.html
(complaints against health professionals or facilities)

http://www.medicare.gov/NHCompare/
(Compare nursing homes)

http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-333-20201
(MCL section 333.20201 re: "Patients Bill of Rights)

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch/Know_Your_Rights_handout_FINAL-08-DCH-731_173347_7.pdf
(Know Your Rights)
 

 

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