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MLMIC CMO Dr. John Lombardo: The Importance of Maintaining Perspective When Facing a Jury Trial

In a message from MLMIC Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Lombardo, Dr. Lombardo discusses the instance of a malpractice case that goes to jury trial, including words of reassurance and insights from his own experience. Read his note, which serves as an introduction to the Q1 2023 issue of The Scope: Dental Edition.

MLMIC Hotline Offers 24/7 Legal Support

MLMIC is pleased to offer a hotline for legal support 24/7. Policyholders can access this important service via phone or email.

Doctors Tell Medscape How They Survived Being Sued

While there’s no getting around the intense emotions involved in being sued, a solid support system makes a big difference. This includes not only family, friends and colleagues but also skilled legal counsel.

Are You Using All of Your MLMIC Benefits?

MLMIC has successfully defended more NY physicians than any other NY medical liability insurer. This level of protection is always there in case you need it, but did you know we also offer a host of additional benefits and resources that can help you in your daily practice.

Michael J. Schoppmann Joins MLMIC’s Service Company

MLMIC announces the appointment of Michael J. Schoppmann, Esq. as President of our service company subsidiary. Schoppmann’s long history of protecting doctors in New York State will contribute to the superior protection, sound defense and active risk management we offer all of our insureds.

Majority of Physicians Report Lawsuits Came as Complete Surprise

Medscape data offers some perspective related to medical liability and malpractice litigation.

How Quality Legal Counsel Makes a Difference in the Claims Process

From beginning to end, the claims process (which may or may not be resolved in a trial) is long and can be quite grueling. However, it can make a difference to have confidence that you’re in attentive and capable hands.

Surprise Visits from Government Investigators and Agents

It can be quite unsettling to have a government investigator appear unannounced in your office demanding copies of patient records or even an interview with you or your office staff.