Articles posted by Erik Leander

The American Tort Reform Foundation (ATRF) issued its 2021/2022 Judicial Hellholes report in December last year. The annual release documents abuses of the civil justice system in jurisdictions the pro-tort reform group says are among the most unfair and out-of-balance in the nation.  The ATRF is a branch of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), […]

If you’re not concerned about the possibility of your practice being RAC audited, you should be. And if you don’t currently carry Medical Billing Errors & Omissions Liability Insurance, now is the time to consider it. Below, you will see what RAC audits are and how to protect your practice with the right insurance. What […]

The Louisiana Court of Appeals decision that COVID-19 immunity cannot be considered during medical review panel proceedings has significant implications for healthcare providers. This ruling increases liability exposure during the panel process and highlights the importance of strong medical malpractice insurance. As providers face heightened risks in navigating medical liability cases, comprehensive malpractice coverage becomes […]

The North Carolina Supreme Court recently overturned a 90-year-old precedent that shielded nurses from medical liability when working under a physician’s supervision. In the Connette v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority case, the court ruled that nurses, including CRNAs, are now liable for their actions in medical malpractice cases. This decision significantly impacts nurse liability and highlights […]

For medical professionals, choosing a malpractice insurance provider isn’t just about finding the right coverage—it’s also about choosing a reliable insurer. An “A-rated” insurance company, typically designated by independent rating agencies like AM Best or Demotech, represents a high level of financial stability and reliability. These ratings signal that the company has the financial resources […]

When faced with a medical malpractice claim, a physician’s most important line of defense is the medical record of their interactions with the patient. A properly maintained medical record system serves as a golden shield, providing evidence that the physician adhered to best practice standards throughout the patient’s care.  Conversely, a medical record altered after […]

Medical directors hold a unique role in healthcare settings, often overseeing clinical operations and providing guidance on medical procedures and policies. However, this responsibility comes with increased liability risks that are not typically covered by standard physician malpractice insurance. Medical director insurance is designed specifically to address these unique exposures, ensuring that physicians in these […]

The demand for weight loss procedures is growing, with Americans increasingly seeking solutions for long-term weight management, from bariatric surgeries to newer treatments like semaglutide injections such as Ozempic. The increased demand brings heightened risk: Complications can arise, results may vary, and patients’ expectations can often be misaligned with outcomes. That is why malpractice insurance […]

Physicians’ Reciprocal Insurers (PRI) launched EmPRO Insurance Company on September 15, 2020, to provide medical professional liability (MPL) insurance in New York. EmPRO, administered by PRIMMA LLC—PRI’s attorney-in-fact—aims to offer physicians a stable insurance solution supported by PRI’s financial resources.  Initially focused on New York, EmPRO has since expanded to cover additional states in the […]