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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 […]

High-Severity Dental Liability Case Study: Oral Cancer

A 47-year-old male presented to his dentist with a sore on the inside of his cheek which, months later, was discovered to be oral cancer and led, unfortunately, to the patient’s death. A lack of proper documentation in the dental record and patient noncompliance led to this settlement.

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.

Claims Made vs. Occurrence: A Closer Look at Coverage Forms

There are two forms of medical professional liability coverage: claims made and occurrence. It is important to understand the difference between these two types of policy when deciding on coverage. Healthcare practitioners who opt to purchase a claims made policy should also be familiar with Tail and Nose Coverage.

June 2024 Events for New York Physicians

MLMIC is starting off the summer months with a bang, supporting several events throughout New York, including a golf outing!

May 2024 Events for New York Physicians

MLMIC hopes to see you at this month’s events for physicians and healthcare professionals across New York State!

April 2024 Events for New York State Physicians

Come join MLMIC at these events for physicians and healthcare professionals across New York State this spring!

December 2023 Events for New York Physicians

There are lots of exciting holiday festivities on our calendar! Take a look at where the MLMIC team will be this December!

November 2023 Events for New York Physicians

Check out our plans to see where MLMIC is headed in November!

M2 to Sponsor AHRMNY’s Fall Educational Conference and Reception October 29-30

M2 Liability Solutions is thrilled to sponsor AHRMNY’s Fall Educational Conference and Reception on October 29-30, 2023, in Saratoga Springs.