Emergency Room Errors

Michigan Emergency Room Error Claims

Emergency rooms are high-pressure environments where split-second decisions can mean the difference between life and death. While ER physicians face genuinely difficult conditions, that does not excuse negligent care that causes patients unnecessary harm. When emergency room doctors, nurses, and staff fail to meet the standard of care, Koussan Law holds them accountable.

Common Emergency Room Errors

ER malpractice takes many forms: failure to diagnose heart attacks, strokes, or pulmonary embolisms; premature discharge of patients who are still in critical condition; failure to order necessary tests or imaging; misreading lab results or X-rays; medication errors including wrong drug, wrong dose, or dangerous drug interactions; failure to recognize and treat internal bleeding; and inadequate monitoring of patients awaiting treatment.

Michigan Law and ER Malpractice

Emergency room malpractice claims in Michigan are governed by the same medical malpractice framework under MCL § 600.2912a. One important consideration is MCL § 600.2912d, which provides that in an emergency situation, the standard of care is measured by what the provider should have done given the emergency circumstances — but this does not eliminate the duty of care. Gross negligence in an ER setting is still fully actionable. Michigan's notice of intent requirements and affidavit of merit standards apply to all ER malpractice claims.

Acting Quickly After ER Negligence

If you suspect you received negligent care in a Michigan emergency room, time is critical. Medical records must be preserved, and Michigan's statute of limitations for medical malpractice begins running from the date of the negligent act. Contact Koussan Law at (313) 800-0000 as soon as possible to protect your rights.