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MLMIC Announces the Passing of Founder Donald J. Fager, Esq.
MLMIC looks back on the life and contributions of founder, friend and colleague, Donald J. Fager, Esq.
An Urgent Legal/ Legislative Update from MLMIC
MLMIC Chief Medical Officer John Lombardo, MD, FACS, shares an update on the Grieving Families Act.
What Recent “Nuclear” Verdicts May Mean for Medical Liability in New York
MLMIC examines recent nuclear verdicts across the country and analyzes how these jury awards over $10 million may impact medical liability, especially in New York State.
The Impacts of Health Literacy and Cultural Competence on Patient Care
MLMIC discusses how to mitigate risk associated with patient communication.
Considerations for Selling or Closing a Medical Practice
MLMIC outlines basic procedural principles and legal concerns associated with selling or closing a medical practice.
Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage in New York
Attorneys at Martin, Clearwater & Bell discuss the basic components of medical malpractice insurance coverage.
The Importance of Properly Documenting Patient Interactions
“High quality” documentation – including physician notes that are timely, precise and complete – can promote patient safety and may limit liability exposure.
Risk Management Tip: Documentation Considerations for EHR Open Notes
Considering increased patient access to their own health information, the following strategies can help physicians promote patient understanding of and engagement with their EHR.
HANYS Webinar: Current Medical Professional Liability Trends and Anticipated Changes
This March 9 webinar, presented by HANYS, will discuss current trends in medical professional liability.
Risk Management Checklists for Dentists: Patient Safety
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists on patient safety, including guidance on managing equipment for patient care and safely caring for patients of size in the office practice.