July 15, 2021
The penalties of deception can be much worse than medical negligence.
June 29, 2021
James M. Shwayder, MD, JD delves into his Legally Speaking column from the May issue of Contemporary OB/GYN®.
June 10, 2021
We estimated that the likelihood of a defense verdict was essentially a 50/50 proposition.
May 14, 2021
What was to blame for this fetal demise?
April 13, 2021
This case illustrates how a clear explanation and empathy for the patient’s concerns may have avoided litigation altogether.
March 18, 2021
This case illustrates how a clear explanation and empathy for the patient’s concerns may have avoided litigation altogether.
February 15, 2021
Taking all facts into consideration, contemplate the course of action you would have taken under the circumstances presented here.
December 29, 2020
General surgeons and ob/gyns are the most likely physicians to get sued, according to data from the American Medical Association’s 2016 Physician Practice Benchmark Survey.
December 21, 2020
Allegations in this case include negligence in performing a McRoberts maneuver and unnecessary vacuum-assisted extraction.
November 16, 2020
This case presents a unique dynamic involving certified nurse midwives; following protocols enhanced defensibility.