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What is Malpractice Tail Coverage? What options are available?
A brief video where a medical malpractice insurance agent explains what physician tail malpractice coverage is and the options that are available.

The Guide for Malpractice Insurance for Weight Loss Specialty Practices
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 […]

Medical Malpractice Lawsuit: What You Need to Know
Healthcare providers must understand the complexities of a medical malpractice lawsuit. Addressing these legal challenges protects your practice and reinforces your commitment to patient safety and professional integrity. This guide offers essential insights into the key aspects of malpractice lawsuits, assisting you in protecting your practice and maintaining patient trust. What Is a Medical Malpractice […]

Why Do You Need a Broker for Medical Director Insurance?
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 […]

Avoiding Medical Malpractice Coverage Gaps: Risks and Solutions
Medical malpractice insurance provides essential financial protection for healthcare providers, covering legal fees and settlements in the event of a malpractice claim. However, when there’s a gap in this coverage, physicians may find themselves exposed to significant risks. Avoid Gaps In Coverage with Cunningham Group What is a Gap In Med Mal Coverage? A “gap […]

Medical Records and Malpractice: Why Changes Can Hurt Your Defense
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 […]

International Malpractice Insurance: Why U.S. Doctors Need It?
With the rise of medical tourism, telemedicine, and global healthcare services, international malpractice insurance is becoming increasingly essential for U.S. physicians. Doctors who treat medical tourists, travel abroad for humanitarian work, or provide telemedicine services to foreign patients must ensure they have adequate coverage to protect themselves from potential legal claims. How International Malpractice Insurance […]

North Carolina Supreme Court Removes Precedent Shielding Nurses from Medical Liability Claims
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 […]

ATRF Judicial Hellhole Annual Report: Medical Liability Discussed
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), […]
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