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Doctor Wins $2 Million Lawsuit After Being Fired for Lawfully Handling DEA Subpoena

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In a notable breach of contract and interference case concerning medical practice rights, Dr. T, an internal medicine specialist and co-owner of a concierge service in partnership with Dr. M, won a lawsuit against a large health system. The duo originally partnered with the health system in 2010, allowing them to provide 24-hour access to their patients and expand their practice while the health system supplied malpractice insurance, though without taking ownership in their practice. The conflict began in spring 2020 when Dr. T received a subpoena from the DEA requesting medical records of a … Read more

San Jose Doctor Sues Over Excessively Spicy Thai Appetizer, Case Heads to Jury Trial

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San Jose, Calif. – In a spicy twist, a lawsuit brought forth by a San Jose physician arguing she suffered internal burns from an extra spicy appetizer named Dragon Balls at a Thai restaurant in Los Gatos is gearing up for a jury trial next year. The legal challenge highlights the unusual and severe physical reaction the doctor claims to have endured after dining at the restaurant. The incident that spurred the lawsuit occurred when the doctor, whose specialty is pediatric care, visited the Thai restaurant with expectations of enjoying a regular meal. According to … Read more

$300 Million Verdict for Women in Case Against Virginia Children’s Hospital Doctor Accused of Abuse

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Richmond, VA — A Virginia jury has awarded $300 million in damages to a group of women who brought forward allegations of sexual abuse against a former doctor at a children’s hospital in Richmond. The significant verdict follows a troubling lawsuit that accused the pediatrician of numerous instances of misconduct spanning several years. The case centered around Dr. John Doe, whose real name has been withheld for legal reasons, who was employed at the hospital until his dismissal following the emergence of the allegations. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit, all former patients, claimed that Doe … Read more

Arkansas Eye Doctor Sued for Alleged Sexual Assault Disguised as Medical Exam

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Benton County, AR – A former Rogers eye doctor is facing legal action filed by a patient alleging sexual assault during what was supposed to be a routine eye examination. The civil lawsuit, which was lodged in Benton County Circuit Court on Sept. 19, accuses Dr. Robert Steven Baker of multiple charges including assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. According to legal documents, the patient, whose specific details have been withheld for privacy, was initially referred to Baker, a neuro-ophthalmologist, due to complications from myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the … Read more