A:In short, yes. While Michigan law holds that you can only sue a hospital for medical negligence when an employee was negligent, the definition of “employment” can vary depending on context. For example, if the surgeon who caused a medical error has an ongoing contractual relationship with the hospital, it could be argued that the hospital did not take appropriate precautions to protect your safety. After all, hospitals and other medical facilities are responsible for ensuring that their employees uphold the standard of care – and failure to do this can result in serious consequences for patients. Whether a hospital was negligent in its hiring of a new doctor (by failing to conduct a background check, for instance) or failed to properly train its employees, our firm can help you take legal action.