Publications & Resources

A Case Study: Accidental Ingestion of a Surgical Instrument in the Dental Chair

In this case study, a dentist faced a lawsuit after a surgical screwdriver was accidentally ingested by a patient during an implant procedure. The case highlights critical issues such as the lack of informed consent documentation, the dangers of unrecorded text message communication and the improper prescription of pain medication, leading to a settlement.

Patient’s Failure to Obtain Pre-Procedure Testing Results in Serious Injury

MLMIC’s latest case study highlights the serious risks of skipping pre-procedure testing due to patient refusal and emphasizes the importance of clear documentation and following standard care protocols to help prevent complications.

November 2019 Case Review Now Available Online

The November 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of thorough, accurate and timely medical record keeping.

MLMIC Launches Case Review Podcast Examining New York State Medical Professional Liability Cases

The July 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting how questions related to communication and informed consent impacted two separate medical liability cases in New York.

Case Review Describes Factors Leading to Summary Judgement, Settlement

The March 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting factors that contribute to a summary judgement in one case and a settlement in another.

Case Studies Highlight Consequences of Procedural Deviations and Communication Failures

The Fall 2018 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review describes how lack of communication impacts patient care, including diagnostic errors and treatment delays.

Case Studies Show How Lack of Communication Can Impact Patient Care

The Summer 2018 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the role of provider communication in dealing with noncompliant patients and making timely diagnoses.

Case Studies Highlight Importance of Veracity, Communication and Detailed Medical Histories

The March 2018 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of veracity, communication and detailed medical histories.

Case Studies: Impact of Inadequate Staffing and Deviations From Standard of Care

The November 2017 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies involving inadequate staffing and deviations from the standard of care.

Summer 2017 Case Review Now Available

The Summer 2017 edition of Case Review – a review of case studies for MLMIC-insured physicians and facilities – is now available for reading online.