Rodgers v. Matthiesen, Wickert & Lehrer, S.C. Corp.

**What Happened** This case involved a dispute between a patient and Dr. Lewkowiez regarding electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatments. The patient claimed that the ECT treatments were performed negligently, causing significant memory loss and other damages. **What the Court Decided** A jury found Dr. Lewkowiez liable for medical negligence in how the ECT treatments were administered. They awarded the patient $625,177 in actual damages to compensate for the memory loss and other harm caused by the improper treatment. When Dr. Lewkowiez appealed, asking the higher court to overturn the jury's decision, the appellate court refused and upheld the original verdict. **Why This Matters for Workers** While this appears to be a medical malpractice case rather than a traditional employment dispute, it demonstrates that professionals can be held personally accountable for negligent conduct that harms others. For healthcare workers and other professionals, this case reinforces that proper training, following established protocols, and maintaining professional standards are crucial. When professionals fail to meet accepted standards of care, they can face significant financial liability for the damages they cause.