OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Prompt reporting of incidents or claims and lawsuits is the key to a successful defense. Failure to report a lawsuit in a timely fashion could result in a default judgment in favor of the plaintiff.
• Consult with MLMIC before releasing records or other information that may be or is possibly related to professional medical malpractice litigation. Do not in any way alter your record.
• Do not contact the patient’s attorney or the patient himself. You may believe that you can dissuade the parties from pursuing the action, but this is rarely the case.
• Limit your contacts concerning the case to the MLMIC representative and/or your appointed defense counsel.
• Be an active participant in your defense. Be prepared to set aside the necessary time to meet with MLMIC representatives and your defense counsel to review your care and treatment and discuss defense strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions - Physicians

Frequently Asked Questions - Dentists