Publications & Resources

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.

A missed infection led to life-threatening complications for a young dental patient, resulting in hospitalization, multiple surgeries and lasting scars. This case highlights the critical importance of timely referrals, thorough follow-up and clear documentation in preventing severe outcomes and mitigating liability risk.

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.

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.

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.

MLMIC’s latest case study shows how a faulty EDR system and delayed follow-up led to a missed oral cancer diagnosis — underscoring the need for strong documentation, vigilance and timely referrals.

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.

As physician contracts become more complex, indemnification clauses are showing up more frequently — and not all are created equal. This month’s Open Bar explains how these clauses can affect liability exposure and why physicians should always review them with both legal counsel and their liability carrier.

An unaddressed language barrier and lack of documented informed consent resulted in a malpractice lawsuit and settlement after a routine extraction led to complications.

A 49-year-old woman with a history of multiple cosmetic procedures sought a midfacial lift she felt had not been corrected by a prior facelift. Despite a well-documented informed consent process and an initially smooth recovery, her dissatisfaction escalated. What followed raised concerns of body dysmorphic disorder and ultimately led to a lawsuit.