Publications & Resources

Case Study: A Delay in Diagnosis and “Admission Against Interest” Results in an Early Settlement

A delayed cancer diagnosis led to severe consequences for a 46-year-old patient. Despite repeated visits, crucial testing was postponed, resulting in metastasis and an early settlement.

Informed Consent Regarding Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction: Who Makes the Final Decision?

MLMIC experts investigate a case in which informed consent and surgeon responsibility were lacking, highlighting the critical need for doctors to prioritize patient safety over patient insistence on procedures.

How Medical Negligence Led to a Patient’s Suicide: Case Study

In this case study, MLMIC explores a malpractice case where a 38-year-old man’s back pain and addiction were mishandled, resulting in a tragic outcome.

Failure to Timely Diagnose Testicular Torsion: Case Study

In this case study, MLMIC highlights how diagnostic delays can occur despite multiple evaluations. A 14-year-old was misdiagnosed with epididymitis rather than left testicular torsion, leading to a lawsuit and loss of the testicle.

Case Study: Lost Medical Records Result in a Severe Allergic Reaction to Bactrim

MLMIC’s Tammie Smeltz shares a case study that highlights the importance of proper documentation and the risks of “curbside consultations” for sulfa allergies.

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.

Case Study: Delay in Diagnosis and Treatment of a Retroperitoneal Sarcoma

A 65-year-old patient complained of left-sided abdominal pain for several years. In 2016, the patient underwent a CT scan, and a MLMIC-insured radiologist found no significant findings. More than three years later, a large mass was discovered, and the patient brought a lawsuit against several parties, including the radiologist, for not finding it earlier. Read what happened and our analysis of the case.

Undiagnosed Oral Cancer and a Faulty EDR System

In this case, a 36-year-old patient alleged that a dentist and his professional corporation failed to diagnose and treat a lesion on the side of the tongue resulting in a delayed diagnosis of oral cancer.

“The Scope:  Medical Edition” Examines Challenges to the Healthcare Resource Supply Chain

The newest issue of The Scope: Medical Edition, MLMIC’s risk management publication, is now available online and offers the latest health, legal, risk management and insurance information.

Case Study: A Wrongful Birth Case

In this case, a 25-year-old female alleged that, during her pregnancy, she was not fully informed that her infant would suffer birth defects. A legal and risk management analysis of the case indicates that failure to provide this patient with test results in a timely manner led to serious consequences.