Publications & Resources

Legal Net, Huge Settlement

Repurposed from The Scope, Third Quarter, 2026 Examination and Treatment A 33-year-old patient was transported by EMS to the Emergency Department (ED) of a facility not insured by MLMIC Insurance Company complaining of body numbness with burning pain rated 10/10 in the arms and an inability to walk. The triage complaint was “numbness to the […]

Case Study: Treating Mental Illness — Best Practices Win the Day

When a young psychiatric patient attempted suicide following a hospital discharge, it led to a $5 million lawsuit questioning whether her risk had been properly evaluated. MLMIC’s recent case study examines the role of thorough documentation and clinical judgment in defending psychiatric malpractice claims.

Testes, a Tumor… and Two Negligent Physicians

Empowering your patients to be active members of their healthcare team is a crucial step to providing coordinated care. Engaged patients are more likely to adhere to treatment from multiple providers.

Weight Loss Medication Trends – Panaceas…or Pitfalls?

Recent lawsuits involving popular weight loss drugs have highlighted legal risks for prescribers. Providers must document informed consent, prescribe within appropriate guidelines, and continuously monitor patients to meet standard of care requirements.

Case Study: A Disastrous Outcome Despite Appropriate Treatment

This case dives into the story of a 38-year-old psychiatric patient at the MLMIC-insured hospital. Ultimately, the case ended in tragedy, and it was up to a jury to decide whether the treatment deviated from an acceptable standard of care. Read what happened.