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Stephen B. Goethel

Stephen B. Goethel is a partner at Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC in Ann Arbor, Michigan. For more than 45 years, he has focused his practice on personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1979, he earned his J.D. from Detroit College of Law and his B.A. in Business from Michigan State University. Mr. Goethel has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers and has received numerous professional awards for his advocacy in medical malpractice cases.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Stephen B. Goethel

How negligence presents itself in motorcycle accidents

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

With the weather starting to slowly warm up, more and more Michigan residents will hop on their motorcycles…

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Study highlights medical malpractice involving children

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

Children are amongst the most vulnerable amongst us. One reason for this is because they are less able…

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When a car accident causes spinal cord injury and paralysis

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

One of the most serious injuries you can get from a car accident is a spinal cord injury.…

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Surgical error leaves woman with need for life-long dialysis

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

When a patient is required to undergo surgery, there are many concerns, such as mistakes being made. Most,…

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Injured in an accident? Consider if vicarious liability applies

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

Semi-trucks seem to be a constant presence on most of Michigan’s roadways. Even roads that appear to be…

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Investigation shows medical malpractice during birth common

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Last Modified on Mar 24, 2023

The birthing process should be one that is filled with joyous anticipation. While this is the case for…

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Legislators propose bills to curtail distracted driving

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

There’s no doubt that distracted driving continues to pose a threat to Michigan’s motorists. Oftentimes, this distraction is…

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What family members should know about wrongful death claims

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

When the loss of a loved one occurs due to the negligence of another party, the family naturally wants…

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Failure to diagnose leads to advanced cancer

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

At some point in our lives, all of us will experience symptoms that are consistent with one medical…

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Michigan firm aggressively standing for car accident victims

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Last Modified on Feb 08, 2025

Recently, this blog discussed a recent pedestrian accident that left a local woman with serious injuries. Sadly, these types of…

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Pedestrian accident leaves student in critical condition

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

Walking near Ann Arbor’s roads can be devastatingly dangerous. In the blink of an eye, an errant driver…

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Study shows stress contributes to surgical errors

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Last Modified on Nov 14, 2022

Most Michigan residents trust their doctors. However, they may not realize that medical errors cause up to 440,000…

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Yearly car-crash TBI statistics may be higher than reported

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Last Modified on Jun 19, 2025

A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury that frequently results from a car crash. However, TBI is known as…

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How is lung cancer diagnosed?

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

Cancer is a word that nobody wants to hear. Sadly, though, many Michigan residents find themselves inflicted with…

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The high incidence of medical malpractice

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

Ask anyone to name the top three diseases for catastrophic injury or death in the U.S. Most of…

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Drugged driving may become bigger problem in Michigan

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Last Modified on Jun 19, 2025

With the recent legalization of marijuana in Michigan, drivers now have an additional thing to worry about when…

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Medical malpractice: the importance of informed consent

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

Preparing to receive medical treatment in Michigan can be scary. Some treatments are relatively minor, but others can…

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Truck maintenance can increase car accident risk

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Last Modified on Jun 03, 2022

Semi-trucks are an important part of the nation’s economy. These big rigs and their drivers are tasked with…

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Common holiday injuries and public safety

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Last Modified on Feb 08, 2025

Injuries happen every day, and during the holidays, the number of accidents increases. While some accidents occur due…

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Common defenses to medical malpractice claims

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Last Modified on Jun 09, 2022

Although most Michigan medical malpractice cases result in settlement, those who have been harmed by hospital negligence need…

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