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Kimberly VanSlembrouck v. Dr. Andrew Helperin
Date: 10-21-2011
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Judge: Rudy Nichols
Court: Circuit Court, Oakland County, Michigan
Plaintiff's Attorney: Geoffrey Fieger
Defendant's Attorney:
Description:
Kimberly VanSlembrouck, individually and as next friend of Markell VanSlembrouck, a minor, sued Dr. Andrew Helperin on a medical negligence (medical malpractice) theory claiming that her child suffered brain damage and a broken clavicle and is a quadriplegic, requiring around-the-clock care. Plaintiff claimed that Dr. Helperin should have preformed a C-section to deliver her child rather and attempt a vaginal delivery.
Defendant denied wrongdoing and claimed that Markell's problems were genetic in nature and not the result of substandard care.
Defendant denied wrongdoing and claimed that Markell's problems were genetic in nature and not the result of substandard care.
Outcome:
Plaintiffs' verdict for $130 million.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Defendant's Experts:
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About This Case
What was the outcome of Kimberly VanSlembrouck v. Dr. Andrew Helperin?
The outcome was: Plaintiffs' verdict for $130 million.
Which court heard Kimberly VanSlembrouck v. Dr. Andrew Helperin?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Oakland County, Michigan, MI. The presiding judge was Rudy Nichols.
Who were the attorneys in Kimberly VanSlembrouck v. Dr. Andrew Helperin?
Plaintiff's attorney: Geoffrey Fieger.
When was Kimberly VanSlembrouck v. Dr. Andrew Helperin decided?
This case was decided on October 21, 2011.