Malpractice Case Review: The Pitfalls that Drive Professional Liability Claims

Healthcare organizations face increasing challenges in managing risk while maintaining exceptional patient care. Drawing on more than 50 years of experience defending healthcare professionals and analyzing New York malpractice trends, MLMIC and HANYS upcoming educational session will provide valuable insights into the claims that frequently result in medical professional liability litigation.

This one-hour webinar will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12pm. During this program, Joyce McCormack, Senior Risk Management Consultant, and Mirsade Markovic, Senior Attorney at MLMIC Legal, will examine high-exposure malpractice claims and share practical strategies organizations can implement to reduce risk and improve patient safety.

Through real-world case studies and risk management analysis, participants will gain a deeper understanding of common causes of loss, the critical role of accurate and thorough clinical documentation and key lessons learned from actual malpractice claims. Attendees will also explore actionable approaches to strengthening risk management programs and minimizing potential liability exposure across their organizations.

Whether you are a healthcare leader, risk manager, quality professional, or frontline provider, this session offers valuable guidance to help protect patients, support staff, and foster a culture of safety.

Open to HANYS members and non-members, this program provides an opportunity to gain experience from industry experts and apply proven risk management principles to today's evolving healthcare environment.

Register here.