In this fourth, and final, article around the psychology behind successful project implementation, Sunlight Simplify looks at the role of communication and best practices for communication during implementation of a new technology solution.
By Jacquie Shapiro
The reliability of an expert’s opinion is a common point of dispute in MPL actions. This article examines the Michigan Supreme Court’s opinion in the role of published medical literature when assessing the reliability of a standard-of-care expert’s testimony.
By Michael J. Cook
By Mat Winter and Dr. Brittney Murray
A review of state legislative MPL actions in 2024 and a look ahead on what to expect in 2025, including damage cap-related bills, wrongful death expansions, and third-party litigation funding limitations.
By Michael C. Stinson
A new article from The Doctors Company examines how an incidental finding may lead to patient harm and result in a malpractice claim. Addressing follow-up as a systems issue can reduce risks for practitioners and organizations.
By Daniel Kent Cassavar, MD, MBA, Jacqueline Ross, PhD, RN, CPAN, and Angela Jordan, RN, MHSc
The most recent DSP Highlight spotlights the impact of noneconomic damage caps on MPL claims. The MPL Association found that lower caps effectively control claim costs, while higher caps often have a smaller/lesser impact.
11/27/2022: Due to a local power outage, the MPL Association’s phone system is currently offline. For email addresses, please see the Staff Directory.
As we approach the culmination of the biannual event known as “the most important election of our lifetime,” it is an opportune moment to assess what this election has in store with regard to the medical professional liability community.
MPL industry government relations experts offer a whirlwind tour of the 2024 election results and what that may mean for MPL stakeholders.
MPL Association Announces Cooperative Agreement with APCIA
The MPL Association is pleased to announce a new cooperative agreement between the Association and the American Property Casualty Insurance Association to enhance both entities’ government relations efforts. Read more!