Ex-MSU Doctor Arpit Saxena Accused of Sexually Assaulting Patients

If you were sexually assaulted by ex-Michigan State University doctor Arpit Saxena, you may be entitled to sue for pain and suffering compensation and money damages from Dr. Saxena and any other individuals or medical facilities who allowed your assault to occur.

Former Michigan State University resident physician, Arpit Saxena, 39, was arrested in Atlanta, Georgia in September 2026 after MSU police investigated reports that he sexually assaulted two women during medical appointments.

According to the MSU Department of Police and Public Safety, he faces three counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct and one count of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. MSU has dismissed him.

Investigators are asking anyone who was his patient between July 1, 2024 and April 7, 2025 to come forward.

If you were a patient of Dr. Saxena during that time period, or at another time, and he sexually assaulted you, the experienced attorneys at Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers® can help you.

We are here for you whenever you need us.

Call Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers® now at 855-542-0661 for a free, confidential consultation. Available 24/7. No cost, no obligation. You can also text 855-612-7671.

What happened in the Arpit Saxena case?

MSU police say the investigation started on April 3, 2025, when officers responded to the MSU Health Care facility on Hagardon Road for a sexual assault complaint. The woman who reported it told police and a social worker that Saxena assaulted her while he was examining her.
During that investigation, a second woman came forward and reported that Saxena had also assaulted her during an appointment.

MSU police submitted the case to the Ingham County Prosecutor’s Office on August 28, 2026. The prosecutor’s office issued charges on September 3, 2026, which led to Saxena’s arrest in Georgia. He was booked into the Clayton County Jail in Jonesboro, Georgia, and is awaiting extradition to Michigan. The criminal investigation remains open.

MSU issued a statement, according to CBS News:

• “Patients deserve to be treated with dignity, respect and professionalism, and we regret that this trust was broken. We are deeply sorry for the harm this has caused and apologize to those affected by this abuse. We understand the impact these acts have on members of our community, and we extend our empathy and care.”

Can I sue if I was sexually assaulted by ex-MSU doctor Arpit Saxena in Michigan?

Yes. In Michigan, survivors of sexual abuse by a physician can bring a civil lawsuit against the doctor. In many cases, it is also possible to pursue the hospital, clinic or medical practice when the facts support that the institution failed to protect patients.

Institutional claims are highly fact-specific. They turn on the relationship between the doctor and the facility, what the facility knew or should have known, what safeguards existed, and how those failures allowed the abuse to happen. An institution is not automatically responsible for every intentional act of a doctor simply because the doctor worked there. Responsibility depends on the employment and agency relationship and on what the facility did, or failed to do, to prevent foreseeable harm.

That is why these cases require investigation, not assumptions. Internal complaint logs, credentialing files, supervision records, chaperone policies, staff schedules and prior reports are often where institutional liability is proven. Those records sit inside the institution. Getting them takes formal legal pressure.

How long do I have to file a sexual assault lawsuit against Ex-MSU doctor Arpit Saxena in Michigan?

The Michigan statute of limitations to sue for criminal sexual conduct is 10 years. (MCL 600.5805(6)). It is not necessary that a criminal prosecution be commenced, or that a conviction be secured. You do not have to wait for a verdict against Saxena to protect your own claim.

What damages can I recover in a sexual assault lawsuit against Ex-MSU doctor Arpit Saxena?

A civil case against a doctor or an enabling institution can include both economic losses and noneconomic harm. Michigan’s model jury instructions recognize categories that include:

• Physical pain and suffering (M Civ JI 50.02)
• Mental anguish (M Civ JI 50.02)
• Fright and shock (M Civ JI 50.02)
• Denial of social pleasure and enjoyments, often described as loss of enjoyment of life (M Civ JI 50.02)
• Embarrassment, humiliation or mortification (M Civ JI 50.02)
• Reasonable expenses of necessary medical care, treatment and services, including therapy and counseling (M Civ JI 50.05)
• Past and future lost wages
• Other documented out-of-pocket costs, such as prescriptions and transportation to treatment

The size of a recovery tracks the quality of the proof. Documenting every way the abuse affected your health, your finances and your daily life is what makes a damages demand credible.

Why timing matters more than you think

These cases are evidence-sensitive. Some of the most useful proof exists only for a short window: appointment records, clinic communications, internal logs, staff schedules, and any video from common areas.

Early legal help also reduces the chance that you are pushed into statements, releases or internal reviews designed to control the narrative rather than protect you. Risk management departments and insurers move fast after an allegation becomes public. A survivor with no lawyer is the easiest person in that process to pressure.

You do not need to have every answer to make the call. You need someone protecting the record while you decide what you want to do.

Call Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers® now at 855-542-0661. The consultation is free and confidential, and there is no obligation to hire anyone.

Why survivors choose Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers®

Not every personal injury firm is built for a case like this one. Claims against doctors and the institutions behind them are defended aggressively, and the defense has a strong incentive to minimize exposure. Here is what sets this firm apart:

• Focused experience in sex abuse and institutional accountability cases. This is not a side practice. The firm concentrates on sexual abuse claims, including abuse by professionals in positions of trust and the institutions that failed to protect patients. Look for that focus in any attorney you interview.
• Fast evidence preservation and investigation. The team moves quickly to secure time-sensitive records before they disappear, including clinic documentation, communications, witness statements and expert review. Which means your case is built on proof, not on memory alone.
• Privacy protection built into the strategy from day one. Michigan court rules allow targeted confidentiality measures. Upon a finding of just cause, a court may order that personal identifying information be made confidential (MCR 1.109(D)(9)(b)(vii)). Sealing records requires a finding of good cause that identifies and specifies the grounds, and that there is no less restrictive means to protect the interest asserted (MCR 8.119(I)(1)(b) and (c)). Your lawyer should be planning for this before the first filing, not reacting to a disclosure after the fact.
• Identifying everyone who may be liable. The physician is one defendant. Supervising staff, the practice, and the institution whose policies allowed the conduct to continue may be others. Pursuing all responsible parties is often what changes the value of a case.
• Litigation-ready posture that increases leverage. If a fair settlement is not offered, the firm files suit and uses formal discovery to compel documents, testimony and admissions that cannot be obtained any other way. Defendants settle differently when they believe a case will actually be tried.
• Clear communication and survivor-centered support. You get respectful, consistent updates so you can make decisions with control and confidence at every stage. The firm returns calls and emails, and answers questions as they come up rather than leaving you waiting.
• No upfront cost to talk, and transparent fees. Consultations are free. Many cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, which generally means the attorney fee comes out of a settlement or verdict rather than out of your pocket. Michigan requires contingency agreements to be in writing with a copy provided to the client (MCR 8.121(F)), and attorneys are prohibited from charging an illegal or clearly excessive fee (MRPC 1.5(a)). You should always get fees and litigation costs explained in plain language before you sign anything.

Attorney Tim Holland and the team at Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers® work with survivors across the state from their office at 30101 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 155, Farmington Hills, MI 48334.

Frequently asked questions from survivors

Do I have to report to the police to file a civil case?

No. A civil claim can proceed independently. Michigan’s 10-year CSC limitations provision does not require that a criminal prosecution be commenced or that a conviction be secured.

Will my name become public?

Protecting your privacy is part of the case plan from the start. Michigan courts have tools to limit disclosure of identifying information when there is just cause. Your attorney can explain what is realistic in your specific situation before you commit to anything.

What if I am not sure I have a case?

Then you are the person a free consultation is designed for. You will get a straight answer about your options, your deadlines and what evidence may still exist. There is no cost and no obligation.

What if my appointment was outside the July 2024 to April 2025 window?

Talk to an attorney anyway. That window is what criminal investigators have publicly asked about. It does not define the scope of civil liability.

Do I have to talk about what happened right away?

No. You can share what you are comfortable sharing, at your pace. Nobody will push you to relive details you are not ready to discuss.

Were Sexually Assaulted By Ex-MSU Doctor Arpit Saxena In Michigan And Need A Lawyer? Call Our Attorneys Now For A Free Consultation!

You do not have to face the aftermath of sex abuse alone. Let Tim Holland and his experienced and skilled team at Michigan Sexual Assault Lawyers® provide the guidance, support, and legal expertise you need in your case against a doctor. With a proven track record of holding perpetrators accountable and helping survivors pursue justice and compensation, we are here to give you peace of mind while assisting you in reclaiming your life.

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