In a landmark ruling, the Dubai Courts have upheld a Dh1 million compensation award to a patient left permanently disabled due to medical negligence during a joint replacement surgery. The case, which has drawn significant attention, highlights the severe consequences of medical malpractice and the judiciary’s commitment to protecting patient rights. The patient underwent surgery on December 20, 2021, but soon after experienced excruciating pain and mobility issues. Despite corrective surgeries, including treatments abroad in Italy, the patient lost approximately 80% of the leg’s function. The Supreme Committee for Medical Liability concluded that the attending physician’s care deviated grossly from recognized standards, leading to permanent disability. The patient initially sought Dh20 million in damages, but the court awarded Dh1 million, dismissing appeals from both the hospital and the physician. The court emphasized the hospital’s joint liability, citing its supervisory authority over the physician. This ruling reinforces the importance of accountability in medical practices and sets a precedent for future cases of medical negligence in Dubai.