There is a growing trend emerging toward the use of mediation as a tool for resolving medical malpractice lawsuits. Join me as I explore the process of mediation as well as pros and cons for physicians and other healers facing a lawsuit.
Emotional Self-Management for Physicians On Trial - Pt II
Previously, we explored the challenges of managing fear and anger in the midst of a medical malpractice trial. Today, I want us to shine a light on the more pleasant topic of the positive emotions. Believe it or not, you may experience moments of clarity, calm, certainty, joy and relief in the courtroom, too. And that's a good thing! However, your way of expressing those emotions is no less important to your success as a defendant as your management of the negative ones.
The 8 Stages of a Medical Malpractice Trial
Although most medical malpractice lawsuits in the United States resolve by dismissal or settlement, roughly 10% go to trial. For many physicians, the idea of being on trial is frightening and the process stressful. As in every life situation, though, having more information can help to reduce the fear factor. So today, let’s kick off a series of posts related to going to trial. We’ll start by outlining the process of a medical malpractice trial.
The National Practitioner Data Bank -- 6 FAQs
Physicians facing a medical malpractice lawsuit frequently worry about the effects that being sued may have on future credentialing and licensing processes. One source of that worry for US physicians may be the National Practitioner Data Bank, though few of us really understand what the NPDB does. Today, let’s clear up that confusion by answering six FAQs regarding the National Practitioner Data Bank.
What Is a High-Low Agreement?
Medical malpractice lawsuits can be scary for physicians for lots of reasons. High on the list is the fact that most of us know very little about the process. Excellent med mal defense lawyers have a variety of tools for navigating towards the best possible outcome. One of those tools is a high-low agreement. Today, we ask, just what is a high-low agreement?
3 Solutions: When a Physician-Med Mal Defense Lawyer Relationship Goes Wrong
Now and then, I hear from a physician whose experience with their medical malpractice defense attorney was or is less than ideal. How frustrating! On the one hand, they’re in unfamiliar territory, and on the other, they lack confidence in the person who’s to lead them through it. As we wrap up this series on your relationship with your attorney, let’s ask: what can you do if your relationship with your med mal defense lawyer just isn’t working well?
Your Med Mal Defense Attorney: The Expert You Need
What do you know about the role of your medical malpractice defense attorney? Today, I kick off a series of posts on the work med mal defense attorneys do and the relationship that a physician-defendant might form with one. Understanding what med mal defense lawyers do can facilitate the process for you, propelling you toward greater confidence and success.
