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02/06/2026

We're excited to shine our employee spotlight on Bri Ringel! Bri manages our imaging center and has been with us for over 10 years. Learn more about her work, family, and love of antiques and Halloween!

At Sommers Schwartz, our people make the firm special. Every member of our team, whether in the courtroom or behind the scenes, plays an essential role in

02/04/2026

Preemies and medically fragile babies rely on skilled neonatal intensive caregivers. When NICU medical staff miss signs of distress, delay care, or fail to treat infection, the results can be devastating. Learn more about common types of NICU negligence and how Michigan families can pursue a medical malpractice claim for their child's injuries.

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialized hospital unit that provides lifesaving, stabilizing treatment to medically fragile newborns. It

02/02/2026

Shared decision-making aims to empower patients to participate in their own care choices. However, SDM can open the door to serious harm if doctors fail to fully explain the risks and alternatives. When a breakdown in communication leads to injury, patients may be able to pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit.

In the past, patients commonly accepted their doctor's recommendations about which treatment was right for them. In the past few decades, however, American

01/30/2026

If you are a survivor of sexual assault or abuse, you are not alone. You have options. You can seek justice while staying anonymous, protected, and in control. You’re a survivor. Your future is our fight. https://www.sommerspc.com/videos/you-are-not-alone-pursuing-justice-for-sexual-assault-survivors-lisa-esser-weidenfeller/

01/28/2026

Following months of preparation and two-and-a-half weeks of trial, the liability phase of the Edenville Dam failure litigation concluded today. Read more about the proceedings and the team of lawyers and legal professionals from several law firms who represented the plaintiffs.

Five years after the tragic and catastrophic dam failure, the civil suit for damages in the Michigan Court of Claims has ended. Read more.

01/27/2026

High-risk pregnancies require extra care and attention, especially in the third trimester. If prenatal malpractice injured you or your baby, learn how to pursue compensation.

High-risk pregnancies can cause extra stress and uncertainty. To ensure both mother and baby stay safe and healthy, their doctors, nurses, and care teams must

01/23/2026

Five additional sexual assault cases have been named against Sinai Grace nurse Wilfredo Figueroa-Berrios, bringing the current total to eight. The Wayne County Prosecutor told reporters she would not be surprised if that number rose.

If you believe you were sexually assaulted or experienced inappropriate conduct at Sinai-Grace Hospital, you deserve to be heard, believed, and supported. Contact us now for a free, confidential consultation.

Prosecutors have charged a Sinai-Grace Hospital ER nurse with multiple counts of sexual assault.

01/23/2026

A doctor at ProMedica Toledo has been indicted on voyeurism charges after allegedly placing a hidden camera in private staff areas. If you or someone you love has information related to these charges or allegations of abuse, we can help.

News has recently surfaced regarding alarming allegations at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. According to public reports, Advait Deshmukh, a resident physician

01/21/2026

Missing notes, late entries, or contradictions in a patient's chart can be a sign of negligence. Expert witnesses in Michigan medical malpractice cases rely on these records to demonstrate when a provider has violated the standard of care and how much a plaintiff's case is worth.

A patient's medical chart is one of the strongest pieces of evidence in a medical malpractice case. It provides a written record of a patient's symptoms, test

01/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Alexis Amy and Brittany Mackie! Their empathy, dedication, and passion for helping workers make them wonderful additions to the Sommers Schwartz team.

Sommers Schwartz is pleased to announce the addition of two exceptional associates to the firm’s growing Employment Law and Wage and Hour teams.

01/14/2026

We’re excited to feature Danelle Vanderbeke in this month’s Employee Spotlight! Danelle’s leadership, problem-solving, and commitment to her team make her an invaluable part of Sommers Schwartz. Learn more about her story:

At Sommers Schwartz, we take pride in recognizing the people who keep our firm moving forward each day. This month’s Employee Spotlight features Danelle

01/12/2026

Proceedings in the Edenville Dam failure class action litigation are underway. This morning, Sommers Schwartz’s Jason Thomson presented his opening statement on behalf of Michigan residents and property owners who suffered devastating losses when the dam collapsed in May 2020. Read about the catastrophe and the case here - https://www.sommerspc.com/?s=edenville