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Category: Hospitals

Strategies for Patient Safety: Cancer Prevention Awareness and the Reality of Diagnostic Risk

Our latest Strategies for Patient Safety explores the critical intersection between cancer prevention awareness and the persistent challenge of diagnostic risk in ambulatory care.

From Knee Replacement to Amputation: Why Proper Documentation is Crucial in Medical Procedures

Our experts explore a case where a 59-year-old woman developed compartment syndrome after knee surgery, ultimately resulting in an amputation. Although the jury ultimately sided with the providers, the case exposed significant documentation and communication failures by the orthopedic team.

Creating Safer Workspaces: It’s Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month

April is Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month, and MLMIC is sharing strategies to help prevent disruptive behavior and foster a culture of respect.

Elevate Your Practice: Curated Insights for Your Medical Office

We’ve meticulously compiled a selection of vital articles, providing you with clear, concise summaries and direct access to the most impactful industry news and analysis. Think of this as your essential guide to staying sharp and comprehensively informed.

Case Study: Credentialing Calamity

When a surgical center failed to verify that its physician was licensed and insured, a routine cosmetic procedure ended in necrotizing fasciitis. And a costly settlement. Read our latest case study to see how credentialing gaps put both patients and practices at risk, and what your facility can do to stay protected.

The Role of Language Barriers in Medical Liability Claims

More than 30% of New York’s population speaks a language other than English at home. MLMIC’s data reveals a higher frequency of payments in claims where a language barrier is identified versus claims with no language barrier. Cultural considerations, a lack of appropriate resources and care environment can all contribute to claims associated with non-English-speaking […]

Open Bar: A Medical Malpractice Action in New York State Supreme Court

In this edition of Open Bar, we continue our series on New York medical malpractice litigation, diving into what happens after a Complaint is filed. From pre-Answer motions to discovery demands, there’s a lot at stake — and knowing the process can make all the difference.

Strategies for Patient Safety: Provider-Patient Communication Failures

New benchmarking data from cases closed between 2014–2024 reveals that communication failures in healthcare are rising, now appearing in 40% of malpractice cases and often resulting in high indemnity payments.

Elevate Your Practice: Curated Insights for Your Medical Office

We’ve meticulously compiled a selection of vital articles, providing you with clear, concise summaries and direct access to the most impactful industry news and analysis. Think of this as your essential guide to staying sharp and comprehensively informed.

CME Day at the 2026 MSSNY House of Delegates

Join MLMIC and MSSNY on March 26, 2026, for a full day of CME webinars covering AI in healthcare, language barriers in medical liability, and the latest healthcare law updates. Earn valuable credits while staying ahead in an ever-changing medical landscape.