Category: Michigan
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Lawsuit Alleges Detroit Hospital Lost Patient’s Skull Fragment, Offered $25 Gas Card as Compensation
A Detroit hospital is facing a medical negligence lawsuit after allegedly losing a stroke patient’s skull fragment and offering the family a $25 gas card as compensation. The case raises serious questions about hospital accountability, patient safety protocols, and how medical systems respond when life-altering mistakes occur.
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A New Abuse and Neglect Court Comes to Michigan — and Why Wisconsin Should Pay Attention
St. Joseph County, Michigan, is launching a $60,000 specialized Abuse and Neglect Court in 2026 to address child welfare cases linked to parental substance abuse. This family treatment court model focuses on accountability and quick family reunification while raising concerns about access to resources and due process, prompting broader implications for neighboring states like Wisconsin.
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