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Politics Are Key Factor in Policy Progress

As we approach the culmination of the biannual event known as “the most important election of our lifetime,” it is an opportune moment to assess what this election has in store with regard to the medical professional liability community.

Addressing Medical Damages in a Destabilized Healthcare Environment

Join us for a new webinar on Tuesday, September 23, at 12:30 p.m. (ET). Free for members and partners!

The MPL Association Elects Board Chair and Appoints Officers

J. Michael Conerly, MD, FACS, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer of LAMMICO, has been selected to serve as the Association’s Chair of the Board of Directors.

Inside Medical Liability

Fourth Quarter 2019

 

 


New Data from the Data Sharing Project
Medication Error (2008–2017)

New data from the DSP provides additional MPL cause of loss information. An ideal example is the allegation of medication error. Beginning in 2016, we are now identifying various issues and factors surrounding medication errors.
2016 - 2018
Avg. Indemnity: $346,000
Avg. Defense: $52,000