Publications & Resources
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Medical and Legal Expertise Fail to Prevent Excessive Verdict
An ER visit for calf pain led to an amputation and lawsuit. Despite expert support for the care provided, the jury issued an excessive verdict — showing that even strong defenses can’t always prevent unfavorable outcomes.
Open Bar: The Proper Use of Service Animals
Medical practices must understand service animal rules under the ADA and New York law. Learn what’s allowed to ensure compliance and protect patients.
Elevate Your Practice: September’s Curated Insights for Your Medical Office
MLMIC’s September roundup highlights what matters most for your practice — from rising malpractice payouts and AI governance to updates on male birth control, cancer risk and cybersecurity.
In this two-part episode of The Verdict, attorney Jonathan Erman joins host Tammie Smeltz to unpack Department of Health investigations and the role of the patient-physician relationship.
The Scope: Navigating the Pitfalls of Patient Texting
MLMIC is excited to debut the first combined issue of The Scope for both medical and dental providers. The Q3 2025 edition explores the risks of patient texting, a credentialing case study, a dental case gone wrong, and more.
The Verdict: Legislative Updates with Morris Auster, Esq. and Marc Craw, Esq.
In the latest episode of The Verdict, host Tammie Smeltz speaks with Morris Auster of MSSNY and Marc Craw of MLMIC about key takeaways from the 2025 Legislative Session.
Strategies for Patient Safety – Addressing the Persistent Risk of Missed and Delayed Diagnoses
Missed and delayed diagnoses remain a persistent patient safety risk. Candello’s latest report highlights data-driven strategies, such as ambulatory safety nets and improved documentation, to help healthcare providers close gaps, reduce malpractice risk and strengthen patient care.
Case Study: When Standing Orders are Disregarded
MLMIC’s latest case study shows how disregarding standing physician orders during post-operative care led to reinjury, infection concerns, additional procedures and ultimately litigation.
From the Heart: My Experience with a Medical Malpractice Case
MLMIC’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. John Lombardo, opens up about his own medical malpractice case and the lessons learned—providing essential advice for physicians practicing in New York.
Elevate Your Practice: Curated Insights for Your Medical Office
Stay informed with MLMIC’s August highlights — covering CRISPR advances, early preeclampsia detection, rising antifungal resistance and life lessons from the bedside.