October 2026
How Medical Providers Can Defend Themselves Before They Get Sued: The Risk Management Edition
FBMJ Partner Sarah Cherry and Nurse Paralegal (soon to be attorney) Jessica Creekmore presented in a webinar to the Michigan Society of Healthcare Risk Management (MSHRM), on “How Medical Providers Can Defend Themselves Before They Get Sued: The Risk Management Edition.” Over 115 risk managers, medical providers, and attorneys attended the... READ MORE
August 2026
Ernest v. Brown, Analysis, Limitations, and Practical Application
For nearly two decades, Michigan courts operated under a settled understanding of how, in medical malpractice actions, the wrongful death saving provision interacted with notice of intent tolling. On July 29, 2026, the Michigan Supreme Court upended that framework in Estate of Ernest v. Brown, No. 168462 (Mich. July 29,... READ MORE
August 2026
Randall A. Juip Named to Inaugural Michigan Lawyers Weekly Legal 250
Congratulations to Randall A. Juip on being selected to the inaugural Michigan Lawyers Weekly Legal 250 in the Medical Malpractice – Defense category. This recognition honors distinguished attorneys across Michigan who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their respective practice areas. Randall’s inclusion reflects his decades of dedication to defending healthcare... READ MORE
August 2026
FBMJ Attorneys Recognized in the 2027 Editions of Best Lawyers® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
We are proud to announce that several of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® (2027 EDITION) – Carole S. Empey: Medical Malpractice Law, Defendants– Carlos Escurel: Medical Malpractice Law, Defendants–... READ MORE
August 2026
FBMJ Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
We’re proud to announce that FBMJ attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 Michigan Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists. Congratulations to the following attorneys for this well-deserved recognition. 2026 MICHIGAN SUPER LAWYERS® – Carole Empey– Carlos Escurel– Joseph McGill– Anthony Pignotti– Randall Juip– Brian Richtarcik– Kim Sveska– Brian Whitelaw 2026 MICHIGAN RISING STARS –... READ MORE
July 2026
Joseph P. McGill Invited to Participate in the International Ideas Lab on Rule of Law and Judicial Independence and Integrity
We are proud to congratulate FBMJ Member Joseph P. McGill on his invitation to participate in the International Ideas Lab on Rule of Law and Judicial Independence and Integrity, co-hosted by the German Marshall Fund of the United States and Mitchell Hamline School of Law. The invitation recognizes Joe’s leadership... READ MORE
July 2026
FBMJ Attorney Chloe Schumacher Presents on Medical Record Documentation Best Practices
Clear, accurate medical documentation is essential to patient care—and it can also play a critical role when care is later reviewed in legal proceedings. We were pleased to have Chloe Schumacher present at Oaklawn Hospital on the dos, don’ts, and best practices of medical record documentation. Drawing on her experience defending... READ MORE
July 2026
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip Welcomes Former Chief Judge Sean Cox
Former Chief Judge Sean Cox of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan recently served as the featured speaker at Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip’s monthly professional staff meeting. Judge Cox, who retired from the federal bench in 2025 and now serves as a mediator and arbitrator with... READ MORE
July 2026
Sarah Cherry Published in Michigan Defense Quarterly on Res Ipsa Loquitur
We are proud to share that FBMJ Partner Sarah Cherry has authored an article in the 2026 edition of Michigan Defense Quarterly. In “Res Ipsa Loquitur: Does it Really ‘Speak for Itself’ or are Plaintiffs Using it to Shift Their Burden of Proof?” Sarah examines the increasing use of the... READ MORE
June 2026
Anthony Pignotti and Randall Juip Win No-Cause Verdict for Clients in $135 Million Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip PLLC Members Anthony Pignotti and Randall Juip, successfully obtained a verdict of no cause of action in favor of their clients in a recent medical malpractice trial in the Washtenaw County Circuit Court. After a two-week-long trial in which the Plaintiffs sought $135 million in... READ MORE