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Top Five Overlooked Evidence in Medical Legal Cases

  • Dr. Asfour
  • Apr 23
  • 3 min read

Updated: May 15

Praxis Med Experts provide objective insights to strengthen cases for both plaintiffs and defense in silicosis, malpractice, and COVID lawsuits. Led by Dr. Ramzi Asfour, our team digs into medical records to reveal details that reshape outcomes. These five stories—drawn from real and anonymized cases—show how overlooked evidence can shift a case and why thorough review is critical.


A Kidney Case Hinged on a Lab Trend


A plaintiff’s attorney targeted a hospital for kidney failure, citing one alarming lab value as proof of an acute injury. Praxis Med Experts uncovered a different story: months of labs showed a gradual decline in kidney function, predating the hospital stay. This trend weakened the plaintiff’s causation argument but could have strengthened a claim against earlier care providers. For plaintiffs, spotting trends can prove negligence; for defense, they deflect liability. Always check the full timeline.


A Silicosis Claim Redirected by Past Work


A silicosis lawsuit blamed a countertop shop for lung damage, with a seemingly airtight case. A Praxis expert found a hidden detail: five years in a foundry with prior silica exposure, unlisted by the plaintiff. This reduced the shop’s liability, but for plaintiffs, such histories could prove earlier negligence elsewhere. “Every job or dusty hobby matters,” the expert advises. Plaintiffs need full histories to avoid surprises; defense uses them to challenge workplace blame.


A COVID Case Shifted by a Family Note


A worker claimed his employer’s lax safety caused his COVID infection, building a strong case—until Dr. Ramzi Asfour’s team found a critical clue. An ambulance run sheet mentioned the plaintiff’s wife linking the infection to their son. Both the son and the wife denied having had COVID in their depositions. The son’s records confirmed he tested positive before the workplace exposure, making the case for the defense. Subtle notes could turn a case. “Read every chart note,” Dr. Asfour says.


A Cesarean Infection Exposed by a Record Gap


A new mother’s cesarean led to a severe wound infection, sparking a lawsuit. Dr. David Witt’s review found no preoperative antibiotics in the anesthesia record, despite CDC, ACOG, and IDSA guidelines. This gap helped the plaintiff win a jury award, though complete records could have supported the defense’s case for proper care. “Compare surgical records to standard protocols,” Dr. Witt advises. “A missed antibiotic dose can shift liability.” Plaintiffs use gaps to prove errors; defense needs complete records to confirm compliance.


A Pneumonia Misdiagnosis That Pointed Elsewhere


A malpractice claim accused a doctor of missing pneumonia, citing cough and fever. A Praxis expert noticed unexplained weight loss in the chart, suggesting cancer over infection. This redirected liability talks, but for plaintiffs, such symptoms could amplify damages. “Follow subtle symptoms like weight loss,” the expert says. “They reveal bigger issues.” Plaintiffs can use secondary symptoms to boost claims; defense can point to alternative causes.


Build Stronger Cases with Expert Insights


These stories show how details—lab trends, past jobs, chart notes, record gaps, or subtle symptoms—can make or break a case. Praxis Med Experts, with specialists like Dr. Asfour and Dr. Witt, help attorneys on both sides uncover critical evidence.

Have a case where one detail changed the outcome? Your insights, like those of Dr. Asfour and Dr. Witt, can guide attorneys to better outcomes. Share your story with Praxis Med Experts or contact us to learn how our medical witnesses can strengthen your case.


Disclaimer: This post provides general information. It does not constitute legal advice.

 
 
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