Henry Ford Hospital Reaches $125 Million Sexual Abuse Settlement

Historic $125 Million Hospital Sexual Abuse Settlement

Henry Ford Hospital has agreed to a $125 million settlement to resolve claims from approximately 8,200 patients alleging sexual abuse and secret recordings by Dr. Oumair Aejaz between 2018 and 2024.

Settlement Structure

The settlement includes a two-phase compensation system:

Phase 1: Baseline Payments

• $5,000 baseline payment for affected patients
• Available to all verified claimants

Phase 2: Enhanced Compensation

• Up to $2 million for cases involving proven recording plus physical contact
• Higher compensation based on severity of abuse documented

The Allegations

Patients alleged that Dr. Aejaz:

• Committed sexual abuse during medical examinations
• Made secret recordings of patients
• Violated patient trust and medical ethics over a 6-year period

What This Means for Victims

This settlement demonstrates that:

• Hospitals can be held accountable for physician misconduct
• Victims of medical sexual abuse have legal recourse
• Substantial compensation is available for those harmed

Were You Affected?

If you were a patient at Henry Ford Hospital between 2018-2024 and believe you may have been victimized, you may still have legal options. Contact a legal professional for a confidential consultation.