Author Archives: Stephen B. Goethel

Errors with high-risk medications all too common

Preventable medication errors affect some 7 million people in Michigan and across the U.S. every year. Worldwide, between…

$17 Million Medical Malpractice Verdict for Paralyzed Patient Against Sparrow Hospital

The firm has been representing our client in this surgical and hospital negligence claim where our client became…

Calculating lost wages in a car accident claim

It is true that accidents do happen, but some accidents can be life impacting. A car accident can leave you…

Guiding you through a medical malpractice action

Going to the doctor or medical specialists is fairly routine in society. With advancements in medical science and…

What happened to cause your baby to suffer a brain injury?

Data from the American Journal of Neuroradiology indicates that lack of oxygen affects as many as two to…

Ann Arbor firm fights for those affected by catastrophic injuries

Last week on the blog, we discussed the first steps that should be taken when treating a spinal cord…

The first steps in treating a spinal cord injury

In the blink of an eye, an innocent motorist can be rocked by a collision caused by a…

It shouldn’t be too much to ask for Michigan residents to want competent care from the medical professionals…

Marijuana may increase risk of motor vehicle accident

Michigan recently legalized the recreational use of marijuana, which is inline with the decriminalization that is occurring across…

Vehicle crashes are a major cause of spinal cord injuries

On Behalf of Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC | Aug 15, 2019 | Uncategorized You may know someone with a…

Studies: diagnostic errors common cause of medical malpractice

It happens to just about all of us. We start experiencing some sort of symptom, whether its pain…

Teen drivers cause many nighttime car accidents

Parents of teenagers know that teaching them to drive can be a scary experience. These young drivers are…

Michigan doctor allegedly reused disposal medical devices

Many Michigan residents are anxiety-ridden when they have to go to the doctor. Their fear is often based…

Truck accidents continue to plague our roadways

Semi-truck accidents remain a problem across America. In fact, data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that in…

Texting and Driving Guide

Here is an update to our blog post from last summer. Texting and driving still far to common. As…

Common ways a negligent surgeon can hurt you

Getting surgery is scary. Whether it is a minor hernia surgery or major brain operation, it is always…

Wrongful death damages are open to legal argument

The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one is nothing short of tragic. The heartache can be…

Our firm aggressively advocates for medical malpractice victims

As scary as it may sound, no one is immune to the dangers posed by medical malpractice. Newborn…

How negligence presents itself in motorcycle accidents

With the weather starting to slowly warm up, more and more Michigan residents will hop on their motorcycles…

Study highlights medical malpractice involving children

Children are amongst the most vulnerable amongst us. One reason for this is because they are less able…