Malpractice

A look back at our top cases

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.

Cesarean delivery leads to unexpected outcome

November 16, 2020

This case presents a unique dynamic involving certified nurse midwives; following protocols enhanced defensibility.

Was this a failure to diagnose ovarian failure?

October 06, 2020

The outcome in this case underscores the need for solid documentation, especially when one of the defendants has passed.

Major vascular injury incurred at laparoscopy

September 24, 2020

An LVAH case underscores the importance of continuing education.

Was loss of ovary in this pediatric case avoidable?

August 26, 2020

This case involves an eight-year-old patient who originally presented with a chief complaint of right-sided abdominal pain and one episode of vomiting.

Medical malpractice claims, risk reduction tactics in obstetrics

August 19, 2020

In July 2019, a jury awarded $229.6 million in the largest medical malpractice verdict ever in the United States.

New malpractice risks brought on by the pandemic

August 12, 2020

COVID-19 has brought on plenty of change to all aspects of life, and obstetrics and gynecology is not excluded.

Shoulder dystocia: The unpredictable nightmare

July 09, 2020

This case involves induction of labor for a suspected large for gestational age (LGA) baby in a mother with a normal antepartum course.

Did delay in bladder repair cause urologic issues?

July 08, 2020

Allegations in this complex case include negligence in performing laparoscopic hysterectomy and delaying treatment of bladder injury.

Physician-patient relationship: Malpractice?

June 26, 2020

A new article on Medical Economics tackles a recently decided case in Minnesota that examined the doctor-patient relationship with a fine-toothed comb.