Publications & Resources

Strategies for Patient Safety — Data-driven Priorities in Ambulatory Care

As healthcare moves rapidly from hospitals to ambulatory settings, with a projected 5% growth by 2030, a critical challenge has emerged: ensuring patient safety keeps pace with convenience. While outpatient care is often more cost-effective, data shows that nearly 49% of malpractice claims now originate in these settings.

Open Bar: A Medical Malpractice Action in New York State Supreme Court (Part I)

In this edition of Open Bar, we cover the start of a typical medical malpractice action in the NYS Supreme Court. Follow the entire series to learn more about the journey of these proceedings.

Open Bar: A Medical Malpractice Action in New York State Supreme Court (Part I)

In this edition of Open Bar, we cover the start of a typical medical malpractice action in the NYS Supreme Court. Follow the entire series to learn more about the journey of these proceedings.

Open Bar: When Malpractice Hits Small Claims Court

In this edition of Open Bar, we address how to handle malpractice lawsuits filed in Small Claims Court. While these cases involve smaller financial amounts ($5,000-$10,000) and informal proceedings, they still require immediate notification to your insurer and professional legal representation and preparation.

Open Bar: When Malpractice Hits Small Claims Court

In this edition of Open Bar, we address how to handle malpractice lawsuits filed in Small Claims Court. While these cases involve smaller financial amounts ($5,000-$10,000) and informal proceedings, they still require immediate notification to your insurer and professional legal representation and preparation.

An Urgent Legal / Legislative Update from MLMIC

Below, MLMIC Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Lombardo shares news of Governor Hochul’s veto of the Grieving Families Act (GFA) New York Governor Kathy Hochul has just vetoed the Grieving Families Act (GFA), which would have provided new mechanisms for additional compensation to plaintiffs in wrongful death actions. Specifically, the legislation would have expanded the […]

The Verdict: The Jury’s Out – Uncovering the Truth About Trials 

Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, and Roy Kaufman, Esq., explore what really influences jurors in malpractice trials and how dentists can strengthen their defense.

Case Study: An Unaddressed Language Barrier

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

Case Study: Diagnosis Delay Results in Patient Expiration

A delayed pulmonary embolism diagnosis led to a patient’s death and a significant malpractice settlement. The case highlights the critical importance of timely intervention and effective communication in high-risk clinical situations.

Open Bar: How Should a Medical Practice Respond to a Parent’s Request to Amend a Minor’s Medical Record?

In this month’s Open Bar, MLMIC explores whether healthcare providers are required to respond in writing when a parent requests an amendment to their child’s medical record. Learn more about how HIPAA and New York State law govern these requests and the steps providers should take to address them.